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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1935-06-13, Page 1ITABLISHED 1873 EXETER, ONT,, THURSDAY MORNING, JUNE 13th, 1935 SIXTY-SECOND YEAR This store will be closed Wednesdays at 12 o’clock noon, May 29th to Sept. 11th i DR. SCHOLL’S FOOT EXPERT TUESDAY, JULY 2nd Keep this date in mind if you have any foot troubles. If you know of others who are troubled with their feet let them know, as this ser­ vice of a special visit from headquarters is available only once a year Further announcement later. John Bull Work Boots at $2.69 SPECIAL—Better grade Farm Boots for men, made of high grade calf uppers, genuine bend out soles, will not go hard. For better grade, comfortable boots try a pair of these. New Suits for Men Sport Oxfords Get ready for July 1st now by selecting you?- new Suit- We have a very fine range of men’s suits, in dark colors, or in light shades for Summer wear, some with plain backs, and others with pleated backs; also black and white, and all white, or brown and white, Sport Oxfords from $2.75 to $4.50 a pair. Big **BU Brand Work Shirts Big B Brand Work Shirts are the best values we know of. These are extra full in size and triple stitched at seams. Prices 79c. to $1.00 in various materials- Summer Dresses New Dresses for house and street wear are arriving every few days. We have a large range to choose from and our prices are low. SEE our House-Dresses at 69c. and $1.00 each. We also handle the celebrated Martha Washington brand of Dresses. Splash-proof Silk Hosiery 79c a pr. The very newest in Ladies’ Silk Hosiery. Will not spot with rain. Pure Thread Silk, full-fashioned* Summer weight at 79c. a pair. Ladies’ and Children’s Spring Coats A few good styles left at real bargain prices. Get our prices on Linolewns, Rugs, Congoleums, Window Blinds, Etc. Axminster and Wilton Rugs at greatly reduced prices. Silk Crepe Wash Skirts—Cream color are the very latest for slimmer. Price $2. See our new All Wool Motor Rugs. Superior Chain Store Specials for Thursday, Friday, Saturday Royal York Coffee................ l ib. tin 33c Hillcrest Shortening, 1 lb. pkg. . . 2 for 23c Old Homestead Peas, No. 3 sieve per tin 10c Aylmer Tomato juice, extra large, 28 oz. tin........... Brunswick Sardines .........10c 4 tins 23c Jumble Pack Olives, large . . 18 oz jar 25c Benson’s Corn Starch...........per pkg. 11c Moonbeam Cheese, new style, pkg. cheese.............................................2 for 25c Sweet Mixed Pickles...........27 oz. jar 25c Home Grown Garden Peas for planting per lb-..................................................... 10c POULTRY—We will cull your flocks of laying hens and there is no charge for this ser- vice- The work is done by a thoroughly experienced culler. Phone 32 Jones & May rr HILL—-WILSON .. SUMMER NEEDS Climax Bug Killer Arsinate of Lead Arsinate of Lime Paris Green Bourdex Mixture Blu!e Stone Screen Doors .... $1.89 up Screen Windows . 30c. up Lawn Mowers . .. $5.75 up Sprayers ............... 20c. up Coleman Gasoline Stoves Oilstoves and Ovens Use KATAKILLA INSECTICIDE Wash for spraying fruit, flowers and vegetables » Conamin Cattle Spray Whiz for House Flies Garden Hoes Garden Shovels Now is the time to have your furnace cleaned and looked over THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL DRY MOP COMPLETE WITH HANDLE 39c. When painting your car ask for Neptolac Heavy Duty, for a good job Traquair’s Hardware I EXETER COUNCIL Monday, June II), 1935 regular meeting of the Muni- cuuncil was held with all mem­ present. The minutes of the A eipal betis meeting held May 27 were read and approved on motion of councillors Hern and Rivers, A letter was read from the office of the Municipal Board, Toronto confirming the Board’s decision re­ garding the Village of Exeter's ap­ plication undei' section 89 of “The Ontario Municipal Boards Act” for th© approval of the undertaking of certain capital expenditures for lo­ cal improvements according posed By-law No. 7, 1935. A deputation consisting <of Messrs. L. J. Pendiale, W. Co’ok and A. O. Elliott asked regarding suitable band uniforms. Councillors Morley and Hern were appointed a committee of the council to act with the members of the band ini this regard and with power. In regard to the location of the proposed cairn. Per m'otion of Rivers and Morley, that the com­ mittee’in. charge be given power to erect two cairns at the south end of Main Sreet within the corporation on the site agreed upon by the com­ mittee an'd council. Carried. The council agreed to build the bases on m'otio'n of Morley and Hern. Per Hern and Rivers that be given to local gas dealers the area of the new electric standards to have all gas placed back from the centre of the boulevard to the edge walk. Carried. The auditors' report read and accepted on Morley and Rivers. Repeated Complaints made to various members of the ■council that dogs are still roaming at large throughout the municipality doing damage to flowers and vege­ table gardens. The council kindly ask all dog owners to tie or pen the dogs up for at least two months. A letter was laid on he table by the Reeve from Mr, Patterson coun­ ty engineer, Goderich, in relation to the construction <of roadway surface adjacent to the pavement in Exeter stating that the amount of rebate coming to the village including this year was $973.30 and all the work involved may be covered by the re­ bate. The balance, if any may be carried forward and charged against next year’s rate, if council is agree­ able. The council will consult with Mr. Patterson at an early date. May month direct relief: >C. White $3.20; Southcott Bros., $13.54; Jones & May, $14.94; C. Tanton $2.60; Sylvanus Cann, $9.19; W. E. Middleton, $2.45; W. Cook $4.41; Exeter Village, $9.00; Wm. Hatter, $13.44; Frank C'oates $2.97; H. C. Rivers, $4.20; Th© People’s Cash Shoe Store, $<7.37; Browning’s Drug­ store, 69c.; W. S. Cole, 40c.; M. Walker 60c.; Chainway Stores $1.29 Harvey Bros., $14.15; R. MOtz, $5.- 64; H. Bierling, $9.75; H. ~ ” 71c.; W. C. Pearce, relief $5.75. B. W. Tuckey, trucking $62.50 and $1.05; Jones & 44c.; Robt. T. Purvis Co., late the A very quiet wedding was solemn­ ized at St, John’s United parsonage, Saturday evening June 8th at seven o’clock when Leona (A. Wilson, dau­ ghter of Mrs. Wilson and the late Robert Wilson, of Lobo, formerly of Fairfield, Stephen Township, be­ came the ibride of Richard Hill, of Crediton, second son of the Walter and Mary Hill. After ceremony a sumptuous wedding sup­ per was served at the home of the bride’s sister. Mrs. Alva Gray, Lon­ don township to the immediate fam­ ilies of both parties. Th© bride chose French blu© dress with navy coat and accessories. She is a general favorite as shown by the number of showers and the beautiful wedding gifts. They will reside ou the groom’s fine farm immediately south of the Unit­ ed Church at Crediton. to pro­ notice within light pumps of the side- for May was motion of Scarcity of Houses seter lias a scarcity of houses ih ie a good healthy sign. There several who. are at present deslr- ■of securing a .residence but find jry difficult to secure something is suitable. There Is an op­ unity for someone to do some ling. : Now Hydro Dine Eight and a half miles; of new hy­ dro lines tO' supply tho needs of eighteen, new customers will be con­ structed immediately from Granton to Prospect iHill. The work of con­ structing the lines will he under the supervision of the London Rural Hy­ dro Department. DIAMOND JUBILEE The Diamond Jubilee of the Union of the branches of Presbyterianism into the Presbyterian Church in Canada in 1875 was celebrated at Caven Presbyterian Church on Sun­ day morning. The front of the church was decorated with flowers of purple and gold and every one in attendance both at Sunday school and church wore a badge of the same co­ lons. It was also “Every Presbytei*- ian Go To Church Sunday,” and the auditorium was well filled. Rev. iS. Moore Gordon B.D., delivered an in­ spiring address on the subject “The True Church” stressing the fact that it was the spirit and not the form which really mattered and it was service and not selfishness which counted. A number of carloads at­ tended the Jubilee Rally at Knox Church, Goderich, in the afternoon and the evening service was with­ drawn. NEW BAND UNIFORMS The newly organized band for Ex­ eter will soon make their appearance in striking new uniforms of red coats, blue hats and white trousers. The municipal council have decided on the purchase of the new uniforms in conjunction with the band mem­ bers who are to supply the trousers. The order has already been placed. TALL WHEAT the Times-Advocate of fall wheat 2 inches tall, informed that ■of Usborne, Last week made mention measured 3 ft. week we are Clarence Johns, some wheat that measures 3 inches to the top of the head and with the leaves turned up it measur­ es nearly four feet. The crops are going ahead so fast that the straw that This Mr. has ft. 6 are going ahead so fast that (prospects are for some tall ; before the season is over. SWITCHING WIRES Gould officer TENNIS CLUB The Exeter Tennis Club met for reorganization in the chambers of the Canadian Bank of Commerce on Thursday evening of last week. The following officers were elected; Pres., Gordon Lamport; vice-pres. R. Dinney; Sec’y-Treas., Miss Greta Harness. Membership committee, Wm. Wilson, G, Brooks, Misses Pat Martin and Marion Gladman; tour­ nament Floody, fee for gents was placed at $3.00 and for Th© court in conjunction with the bowling green is being fitted up. Specials this week-end Hunts Chocolates and Bon Bons 50c lb. •—at — Grieve’s Sandwich committee, W. Kress, N. Jack Doerr, W. May. The ladies and students $2,00. ALMOST COMPLETED The work of (laying the new ce­ ment sidewalks on the Main Street through the business secion is near­ ing completion. With the fine weather of the past few days the workmen have made splendid pro­ gress. The new walks -are being laid with a rough surface and are somewhat higher than the old and as they are being .reinforced with, heavy wire fencing and with rod iron alongThe Public Utilities Commission ;___._2 „ are making progress in changing 1 the curbing"they should be very sub“ over the hydro lines from the Main - - street to the rear- of the stores through the business section. In the block from John to North street there are no wires at present cross­ ing the Main street. The main lines are already up at the rear of the stores and the change over is being made rapidly with Hittle interrup­ tion in the service. stantia'l. A number of new connec­ tions for the waterworks were made before the sidewalks were laid. EATABLES STOLEN A number of hiouses in Exeter were entered recently and the family pro­ visions were cleaned out. The thiev­ ing was the work of a transient who ©pent several days in this commun­ ity. Among the homes that were entered were those of W. E. Sanders, S. Fitton and Mrs. W. Hooper. In every case practically all of the eat­ ables available were taken and in­ cluded meat, bread and butter cakes, preserved fruits and jams, catsup, etc. Burnt matches were left lying about the house. The thiev­ ing was done when the occupants of the house were out. Entrance was made in most oases by a skeleton key. Valuables and in some cases money were left untouched. On Sun­ day, May 2 6 th a stranger was seen leaving the barn of Mrs. McCurdy, south boundary of Exeter and on ex­ amination it was found that he had slept in the barn and had left be­ hind a jar which was later identi­ fied as .having been taken from the home of Mr. Fitton. The stranger left town and no arrest has made. UNION SERVICES been “The Place of Better Food” — Smokers’ Supplies — Anniversary Services KIRKTON UNITED CHURCH ■..on..- Sunday, June 16th, 1935 Rev. G. A. Kersey, of Mitchell, will conduct services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Special music by the Sunday School under the leadership of Dr. C. A. Campbell. JARROT—ANDERSON Saturday morning, June 8th, was the scene of a quiet but pretty wed­ ding at the United church manse, Kippen, when: Olive M., eldest daugh­ ter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Anderson was united in marriage to James Eldon Jarrott, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Jarrott with Rev. Chandler of­ ficiating. Frances and Emerson An­ derson, sister and brother of the bride were theii* only attendants. The ■bride looked winsome in a silk form­ fitting gown of biege silk lace over peach satin. She wore hat to match with cessories in: white. She bouquet of Brierville roses. Follow­ ing the wedding dinner the happy couple left on a trip through Michi­ gan, the bride travelling in a Red- ingote suit of printed silk crepe with navy crepe coat and navy ac­ cessories to match. Upon their re­ turn they will reside on the groom’s fine farm west of Kippen. On Wednesday, June 19th A Meat and Strawberry Supper! will be served in the basement of the Church from 5.30 to 8 pan. followed by a program in the church shed by the “Ye Olde Tyme Village Quartette’* and Miss Dorothy Merril, piano­ accordionist, of Toronto (iGood accommodation rain or shine) Adults 50c.; Children 25c. C. A. Routly, Rev. C. L. Dewis, Supt. Pastor a picture other ac- carried a Sunday School ANNIVERSARY Thames Road United Church $39.79. May, oil material $137.83; G. F. Sterne & Sons, deli­ cate sOda, $33.62; Murray Dillon, reinforcing $348.11; Eaton, Clarke Co., Windsor, calcium chloride, $551.0 0; John Campbell, fence ma­ terial, $7.30; W. J. 'Beer, flashlight, $1.75; W. G. Simmons, sharpening grader. blade, $4.00; Mrs. Alice Cud- more, gravel $64.35; A. Traquair broom, 95c.; M. Walker, supplies fire truck, $18.68; B. W. Tuckey draying wood, $10.63; Public U. Commission, town hall water rate $1.3i5; street lighting, $165.21; park 'lighting, $4.25; Huron Lumber Co., lumber supply, $72.46; J. Stire labor, $26.62; E. J. Coombes, do., $25.37; w. Laverty, do $25.25; J. Hunkln, do $28.60; N. McDonald, do, $26.75; S. Winer, trucking, $103.- 50; H. Smith, labor $24,004 W- Cut­ bush, do $38.00; F. Bawden, do^ $41- 40; Fred Grundy, do., $50.00; L. Kirk, labor, $20.50; fencing at park $2..25; Chas. Little, de $20.50 and $i2.25; Robt, Brooks, do, $19.25; Chas. Waghorn, do, $20.50; W. Web­ ster, do, $20.25; C. Blanishard, do $19.00; B. PrescatJor, do, $19.62; J. Parsons, do, $15.37; Jos. Bradt, $19 N. Wells, do, $18.87; W. H. Harness de $27.50; D. R. Pym, do, $15.62; Geo. Andrew, do, $16.37; I. Ford do, $16.25; J. Chambers, do, $14.75 R. E. Davis, teaming, 35.72; W. Johns, do, $4.95; W. Baker, do $14.25; O. Winer, draying $92.00; F. Cole, labor, $5.75; W. Hodgert $5.50. Municipal supply accounts passed on motion of Morley and Roulston and carried. Walk account passed on motion of Rivers and Hern and carried. Adjournment by RoulstOm. J. Senion, Clerk Arrangements have been .made for the holding of union services by the Main Street and the James St. Unit­ ed church congregations for the sum­ mer months. It was decided to start the union services on the last Sunday in June, the 3 0th, and to continue them for, three weeks in July. During that time Rev. Mr. Elliott and the choir of the Main St. church will have charge of the ser­ vices. The first united service will be held in Main ;St. church in the morning and in the evening the ser­ vice will be held in James Street church. Services will alternate each Sunday. The last Sunday in July being Old Boys, services will be held in both churches when the pul­ pits will be occupied with Old Boys and services of a special nature will be held. During the month of Au­ gust the services will be in charge of Rev. Arthur Page, the newly ap­ pointed minister to the James Street charge, and the James St. choir. Mr, Stainton, who has been stationed at Central United Churah, St. Thomas, will preach his farewell sermon on Sunday, June 23rd. ‘ OPENING TOURNEY SALE OF SHORTHORNS Twenty-five head of pure-bred Shorthorns were sold for good prices at the reduction sale of W. C. F. Oestr.icher and Robt. M. Peck at Cloverdale Stock Farm, Stephen Tp.. Tuesday afternoon. Twenty heifens and five young bulls averaged $107. Top price was $165 (paid by J. Doug­ las & Sons, Caledonia, for a heifer. The Douglas firm took three head at an average of $132.00. The second highest price was $135.00 paid by 1. Rodanz, of Stouffville, who took three at an average of $123.00. The Idgerst buyer was A. O’Neil, of Northville, Mich., wild purchased ol^ht head at an average price of $1'14.00. L, E. Franklin, of Toron­ to, was the auctioneer. The Exeter btowling greens seated a lively appearance Tuesday evening when the new greens were opened for the season with the presi­ dent and vice-president’s tourney. The president is E. R. Hopper and the vice-president, James Bowey. The club is .off to a good start with over forty members. Twenty-two members took part Tuesday evening. A great deal -of work has been put on the grounds this season and con­ sidering that for the past eight years they have been used by the tennis club, they are at present in fairly goiod condition. Exeter at one time had one of the finest clubs and one of the best greens in Western On­ tario and it hopes to again take its place among the bowling clubs. Two strings of lights were put up last week to slight the greens, suit of the pre­ The re­ tourney was as follows: Vice-PresidentPresident U. Snell C.V. Pickard S. Elliott T.O. Southcott J. M, Southcott Josl. Senior E. R. Hopper Jasi. Biowey skip 16 skip 10 H, C. Rivers H.O. Southcott O. Stewart W.Smith A. Traquair H.Creech G. Anderson M.Telfer sXip‘19 skip 11 R. N. Creech R.G. Seldon W. W< Tamami E.J. Wethey R. N. Rotve Dr.. Halloway skip 21 skip 23 Total 56 Total 44 LAID TO REST On Monday afternoon .of this week the remains of the late Mrs. Chas. B. Snell were laid to rest in the Exeter cemetery. Mrs. ?Snell passed away in London ion Friday last in her 78th year. She had been in her accustomed health and after supper had taken a short walk. Soon after she was taken ill and passed away suddenly. For many years Mrs. Snell was an esteemed resident in Exeter. Her husband, the late Mr. Snell, was an outstanding figure in Exeter and was associated with many Of the business enterprises. He was at one time connected with the but­ cher business in the large brick building on James St. now occupied as a garage. Mr. Snellh. was, part owner of the first electric light plant situate in the building now occupied by Mr. S. J. V. Cann. Mr. Snell’s greatest contribution to Exeter, how­ ever, was the erection of sixteen houses and th© building now occu­ pied as the Chevrolet garage. For a number, of £ears he served, as reeve and councillor of the village. He passed away in December 1929. Mrs. Snell's maiden name was Mar­ ian Ferguson. Since the death of Mr. Snell she has resided in London. The funeral took place from the undertaking parlors of Mr. R, N. Rowe and was conducted by Rev. J. W. Down, of James St. United Church, of which Mrs. Snell was. a faithful worker. Among those from a distance who attended tne funeral were Mrs. (Dr.) Ferguson and daughter, Mrs. Cotter, of Pontiac, Mich., Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Coates, of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Prodger and family, of London; Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Ford, of London; Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo Hedden, of Clandeboye. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hill were up from Toronto- on Sunday. The bearers were Messers. H. Ford, C. W. Ford, Wm. Ford, Geo. Etherington, J. Rowe and J. No try. Sunday, June 23rd Sendees at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. conducted by REV. ROBT. HICKS, B A-, B-D. of London Children’s Choir at morning service. Mrs. Margaret Fletcher will assist the choir in the evening SUPPER TUESDAY, JUNE 25th From 5.30 to 8 o’clock followed by program of local talent Wm. Moodie, Supt. STRAWBERRY SUPPER served by the men of the .5' Crediton United Church, on THURSDAY, JUNE 30 th from 5.30 to 8 o’clock play “George in a Jam” will beA _ . presented by the Greenway Young People. An Autograph Quilt will b.e sold. Admission—35c. and 20c. PLANTS & FLOWERS There has been an unusual demand for plants and flowers this season. While our stock is still have a supply left. In some lines some real bargains. L. DAY & SON Florists getting low we in many lines we are offering Greenhouses Andrew St., Exeter TWO OPERATIONS M.r. Archie Etherington, son *of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Etherington, has been ini St. Joseph’s Hospital, Eon- don, for three weeks having under­ gone two operations. He is getting along nicely. St Exeter Old Home Week JULY 27th to 31st To the Home Folk' It is not too soon to prepare to receive our giiests——— Tidy up ! Paint up ! If there are long grass and weeds on your lawn or boule­ vards------Tidy up ! ! . If you have an old fence or unufsed building that could be improved in appearance or removed------Tidy u'p ! ! ! Prepare for the Horticultural Society prizes for IdWns and gardens and homes! Help us to advertise Exeter and the Reunion by ttsing only enveloped with the Exeter District Map on the back—«• they cad be had at either printing office in town. OLD BOYS PUBLICITY COMMITTEE H'