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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1935-06-27, Page 5THE EXETER TIMES-ADVQCATE (THURSDAY, JUNE 27tli, 1935 Hensail Old Boys’ Reunion Grandstand Performance every afternoon and evening Three bands Parades Athletic Events Baseball Football Aerial stunts Midway Attractions a Dancing—New and Old Time each evening OPEN AIR DANCING—-SATURDAY, JUNE 29th See programs for further particulars Anyone who can furnish beds or meals for the Old Boys please notify Miss Johnston at Post Office or telephone Hensall Central. HENSALL onThe Hensall school will close Friday for the summer months. Mrs. Margaret Vair is spending this week visiting friends at Have­ lock. Miss Mae Simpson, of Detroit is visiting with relatives and friends in town. Mrs. Earl Drummond has return­ ed home after a week’s visit with Guelph friends. Mr. and Mrs. Roy McLaren spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. All’ Hun­ kin of Farquhar. Mrs. Earl Drummond spent a days last week visiting with Stiatford friends, Mr. and Mrs. Laird Mickle children and took in the circus. Mrs. Kathreen Drysdale ha® taken a position for the summer months with Mrs. Agnes Ross. Mr. and Mrs. Laird Mickle and children spent the week-end visit­ ing relative® at Ridgetown. Miss Margaret Cleveland, of Tor­ onto, was a week-end visitor with Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Paterson. Mrs. John Parks has returned home after spending the past two weeks ’with friends at Hyde Park. Mrs. Doig and son Allan, Strat­ ford spent last Sunday the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Drummond. 'The Hehsall Citizen’s Band were out again on Sunday for practice and gave a concert on the street. Mr. Wm. White and daughter, Mrs. G. Eby, of Collingwood, were recent visitors with friends in town. Mr. and Mrs. Acvek, of California visited for a day last week with their aunt, Mrs. Agnes Ross. Mrs. Hannah Workman and her daughter Miss Mabie are visiting with Mr. and Mr®. Brittan at Dub­ lin. Mr. and Mrs. Orville Beaver and little daughter, Norma, of Farquhar visited with relatives in town on Friday. Mr. W. J. Anderson, of Chicago^ was a recent visitor with his sister. Mrs. George Dick and other rela­ tives. Miss Dorothy McQueen has taken a. position with Mrs. Archie Morgan of Usborne Township foir a few weeks. Mis® Ruby Churchill, of Clinton, visited last week with her sister and brother-in-law Mr. and Mrs. E. Shaddock. Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo Ortwein, of Detroit, are visiting with Mr. Ort- wein’s parents, Mr. and Mr®. J. W. Ortwein. Mrs. Robt. Bonthron and daughter Mrs. L. Simpson have returned home from Barrie where they visited for the past week. Quite a number from Hensall were in London on Tuesday, taking in the Big Cole Bros, and Clyde Beatty circus. Mr. and Mrs. John G. Scott family of Cromarty visited with Wm. Henry and Mr. and Mrs. McQueen on .Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. /Sweitzer little son Ralph, of the Beach-o’- Pines, were in town on Saturday calling on relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Filsliie and family have got nicely settled in their new home, corner of Nelson and South Richmond Sts. A big sale of ladies dresses was few her and were in London Tuesday and Mrs Ed. and5 put on at Rannie’s store on Monday under the management of Mr. and Mrs. Lome Zuefle of St. Thomas. Mrs. John Dinsdale and Mrs. Fred Simmons were in Clinton on Monday attending the funeral of their rela­ tive the late Mr®, Margaret Smith, of Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Henry, of Cass, City, Mich., are visiting and friends in Hensall and this week. They are also the Reunion. Mis® Dorothy Kyle, who erated on in a London hospital appendicitis a couple of weeks has recovered sufficiently to he able to return home. Mrs. John Bonthron, of Moose Jaw, Sask., is visiting hero with her sister Mrs. Robt. Paterson Jr. Mr. Bon­ thron is down to attend the Old Boys and Old Girls Reunion. The ladies of the United Church have all their pleted for their tival to be held on the evening There will oe tree open air danc­ ing on Saturday evening at the open­ ing of the Hensall Old Boys’ Re­ union. The mjisic will be supplied by the DennomA nrchestra. Dr. and Mrs. Collyer and children are spending a couple of weeks at Grand Bend. During the doctor’s ab­ sence his practice is being taken over by Dr. Stewart of London. Mrs. J. W. Peck and two children Ronald and Elaine, of Clinton, at­ tended the funeral of the late than Peck in Stanley township Friday. They spent Saturday town calling on friends. At the auction sale of the house­ hold effect of Mr. George W. Davis, held on Saturday afternoon last a large crowd attended and everything sold high, M.r. George Elliott, Clin­ ton was the auctioneer. The Woman’s Association of Car­ mel Presbyterian church are busy this week getting the store building of the late Alex Murdock ready for the Old Boy®’ Reunion where they will serve meals every day during the reunion. They also intend .having a rest room.Rev. Mr. Taylor, of Goderich oc­ cupied the pulpit of Carmel Presby­ terian church at both services Sunday taking the place of the tor Rev. W. A. Young, who was ducting Imemor\ia.l services! at Guelph Agricultural College. Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Drysdale brated their 20th wedding anniver­ sary on Saturday. During the evening a number of their friend® gathered at t'heir home and presented them with some beautiful china and wish-' ed them many more happy anniver­ saries. Mrs. O. McKenzie and children have returned to theiir home in Kin­ cardine after a week’s visit with Mrs. McKenzie’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Earl Drummond. Mrs. Agnes McDonald has returned home after spending a month visiting with her friends in Guelph. Hensall baseball team defeated the Ilderton team on Monday even­ ing the game at Ilderton in the Western Counties league by a score of 6 to 3. On Friday evening of this week Ilderton will play a return game with the local team on the Hensall diamond. The Exeter Canadian Legion of which the Hensall veterans are a relatives district here for was op- for ago arrangements oom­ big Strawberry Fes- on the church lawn of July 3rd. Na- on in >on pas- con- the cele- Important Announcement Special Hensail Reunion Bargains Reconditioned Cars from $25.00 up ■» Do not miss this opportunity WEEK OF JULY 1st ONLY COOK BROS., HENSALL | part, will .conduct a bingo game in the building next to Hess’s jewellery store during the Old Boys’ Reunion. Ladies and children can play as well ■as the men and the executive com­ mittee have secured a large number ■of very suitable prizes, The many friends here of Mr. T. Willis were very sorry to learn of his death which occurred at his home in Centralia on Sunday. Mr Willis who for a great many years conducted the Shamrock Creamery at Centralia and had cream routes all through this district where he was well and favorably known. On Monday, Tuesday and Wed­ nesday nights, July 1, 2, and 3rd there will be Old Tyme dancing in the town hall . Music will be sup­ plied by the Denomime orchestra At the opeq air dance on Mon­ day evening the music will be sup­ plied by the Seaforth Red Jackets, and on Tuesday and Wednesday nights by Shorty Grant and hie 10 Red Coats of Exeter, The -Public School examinations aer being held this week with about half of the scholars trying. The re­ mainder passed on their term’s re­ cord. As a number of the entrance classes passed the same way the en­ trace class will not be so large as last year. The entrance examina­ tions will start on Wednesday morn­ ing with Mr. Robt. Moore principal of the Continuation School in charge The paint brush is much in evi­ dence in Hensall this week nearly every business place on King Street being repainted also a number of homes. A number of street lights both coloured and plain are being added and a number of new electric signs put up. The whole village is being decorated and will have a very handsome appearance for the com­ ing of the old boys. Old Boys and Old Girls as well as tho .general public are cordially in­ invited to attend the services in St. Paul’s Anglican Church both morn­ ing and evening: 10 a.m., Sunday School; 11 a.m., Holy Communion. 7 pan., Evensong and sermon. The lector, Rev. W. J. Hendry will be the preacher and celebrant. Rev. Mr. Hendry, who has been in charge of St. Paul’s Church for this past six months, will preach his farewell sermon. Mrs. William Henry, one of Hen­ sail’s grand old ladies celebrated her 91st birthday at her home here on Saturday last. A great many friends called at the home during the after­ noon and evening to extend best wishes. Mrs. Henry was the recipient of many beautiful bouquets of flow­ ers; several boxes of chocolates and fruit also a number of letters and cards from friends at a distance. In spite of her advanced age Mrs. Hen­ ry is very bright and fairly active. I-Ier many friends hope that she may enjoy many more happy birth­ days. On Sunday, June 30th the first day of the Hensall Old Boys Reunion Rev. D.r. Henderson of St. Andrew’s Vestry Church, Vancouver, B.C. will occupy the pulpit of the United Church in the morning and Carmel Presbyterian Church in the evening Dr. Henderson was a former pastor of Carmel Church. Rev. E. S. McL Smith also a former pastor of Car­ mel church will take the service in the United Church in the evening In the afternoon a memorial and Decoration service will be held in the Hensall Union cemetery and Mc- Taggart’s. Monday, July 1st will be one of the big day® of the Old Boys Reunion held here on June 30, July 1, 2, 3. The program in the afternoon and evening will be put on by London talent. At a meeting of the Hen­ sall Old Boys and Old Girls now liv­ ing in London, held recently a strong committee was formed. Wil­ liam White was appointed chairman and will be assisted by Milton Ort­ wein, Roy White, John Coleman, W. Caldwell, Clarence Johnson and others. With this strong committee to lead and about one hundred and fifty Old Boys and Girls coming from London to take part, London day( should 'be a great success. The Re­ union will open on Saturday night ( with a big new and old time dance in the town hall and on the street. Death of Nathan Peck The death occurred on Wednes­ day, June 19th. at the residence of his son, Robert M. Peck, Lot 9, Con. 9, Stanley Twp., of Nathan Peck ag­ ed 78 years. Mr. Peck ihad been in poor health for several years, having suffered a stroke and also had heart trouble. Several months ago he went to visit his son and family but his health still continued to fail and in spite of the best medical and nurs­ ing care he passed away on Wednes­ day. He was born in Stanley town­ ship and spent a part of his life there farming the Peck homestead. He was a very successful farmer and stock man. While his sons were at­ tending the Seaforth Collegiate he moved to Seaforth and lived there for several years. He later moved back to the farm till about eighteen years ago. He and Mrs. Peck retir­ ed and came to Hensall to live hav­ ing purchased a .home on Albert St. His son Robert M. Peck having tak­ en over the farm. He whs a splen­ did type of citizen, highly respected. He was a Conservative in politics, always taking a great interest in political affairs. He was a consist­ ent member of the United church and an elder of the church for many years, always taking an active part in church work. He was also a very strong temperance advocate. His wife, who was formerly Eula McKinley passed away about four; year® ago. i ■ “ “ * „............. .... ______„ ____ _ died about ten years ago. After the peOpIe. The'play was well put on death of his wife, his daughter-in- and greatly enjoyed by all present, law Mrs. (Dr.) Peck kept house for: Tho Crediton young people are pre- liim till about a year ago, when she renting their play “Welcome Homo moved with her family to Clinton.’ Jimmie’’ at Greenway on Thursday Since then up till a couple of months evening, June 27th, in connection ago he has .had his relatives, Mr. and wjtjx ^1G strawberry supper there. Mrs. Andrew Armstrong, of Seaforth for company. He leaves to- mourn his loss one son Robert M. Peck, of Stanley Township. Ronald and E. aine Peck, of Clinton are grand­ children of the deceased. The fun­ eral took place on Friday afternoon fiom the residence of his son. Inter­ net was made in the family plot at Bayfield cemetery and was con­ ducted by his pastor Rev. Arthur Sinclair of the United Church, Hen­ sall. During the service a beautiful quartette was given “Sometime we'll Understand" by Misses Florence Welsh, Greta Lammie and Messrs. Thos. Sherritt and Frank Battersby. The pall bearers were: George Doug­ las, Harry Howard, William Consitt, Henry Horton, Frank Coleman, largely attended. of old neighbors and friends from Stanley 'Township and quite a num­ ber from Hensall attended to pay their last respects. The floral tri­ butes were very beautiful. Mr. Peck will be greatly missed in Hensall. He was a familiar figure on the streets and on the bowling green in the summer; kindly and courteous to and one of nature’s gentlemen. John Zuefle and The funeral was A great number CREDITON and Mrs. Ernie Hill, of Port ‘ ‘ ■ ' 1 L Mrs. i i Mr. j ' z ■_ Huron, visited with Mr. and ...... Richard Hill over the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Tucker and suns, Bud and Arthur, Mr. and Mrs. (Herman King and son Bobby, all of ! Detroit, visited on Saturday at the home of Mrs. Tucker’s brother, Mr. J. Woodall. Mr Garnet Sweitzer, of New York, is spending a few weeks’ vacation with friends in the community. An item of last week’s news stated that Mr. Traquair, Exeter, installed the water system- in Mr. Woodall’s home and barn. It been Mr. Lindenfield. Dr. and Mrs. Orme Toronto, are spending with friends here. Mr. and Mrs. Murray Holtzmann and Mr. Harrison Holtzmann, of De­ troit, spent the week-end with Mrs. Leah Holtzmann. Friends of Mrs. Isaac Hill are glad to learn that she is improving after her recent illness. Representatives of the Temperance Federation took the services in both churches on Sunday. Splendid ad­ dresses were given. Mr. Eldon Burn, of Zurich, visit­ ed for a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Herb Fahner. Mrs. Wenzel has returned home after spending the winter months in Detroit. Mr. Fred Finkbeiner has returned to Manitoba after spending a month with his sisters Mr®. Ed. Fahner Mrs. W. J. Mallett, Mrs. W. J. Nich­ olas and Mrs. W- H. Dearing and his sister-in-law Mrs. S. J. Finkbeiner. Mr. and Mrs. E. Steele, of Detroit, spent a day at the Central Hotel with Mr. Fred Finkbeiner. The regular meeting of the Chris­ tian Endeavour was held on Wednes­ day evening in the Sunday auditorium with a splendid dance. The Sympathy and committee was in charge meeting with Miss Agnes Lamport presiding. The theme of the even­ ing was “Cultivating an eye for goodness" which was discussed by Alma Ratz. The scripture was given by Gladys Weber. Appropriate piano solo by Addie Gaiser; guitar solo by Ruth Kenney and a poem read by Alma Smith. An interesting discus­ sion on questions taken from the old and new Testaments conducted by E. Haist completed the program. ... _ Gardiner, o>f Londes- boro, will be the preacher in the United Churcih on Sunday evening in the absence of the pastor. The annual Strawberry Social given by the Ladies’ Aid of the Evan­ gelical church will be held on the church lawn on July 4th. The choir will again have charge of the pro­ gram to follow. In case of rainy weather other provisions will be made. Mr. and F. W. Clark and Miss Laura, of Crediton and Mr. and Mrs. Penhale, of Exeter, visited with Mrs. Clark’s sister in Fergus on Wednesday last. Rev. and Mrs. Pletch, Mis® Mar­ garet Amy and Miss Gladys Ratz at­ tended the Evangelical convention in McKillop last week. Rev. Mr. Pletc'h and Harold spent the week-end in Hamilton. The former took charge of the services in the Evangelical cliwrcih of that city on Sunday. A very successful Strawberry sup­ per was served in the United church on Thursday evening last by the men of the congregation. Owing to uncer­ tain weather conditions the supper, which was to have been served on the church lawn was served in the Sunday School auditorium. A large crowd was present and partook of a bountious repast, oonsiting of an abundance of berries and cream and all the extras required to complete a sumptuous supper. The men all fill­ ed their places with their usual marked ability. The following were the table convenors, Messrs. F. Clark J. Lovie, M. Telfer and J> Mawhin- ney, The convenor of the supper J Woodall expressed appreciation of the loyal support given by the men. Following the supper a play entitled “George in a Jam” was given in the should have and Lois, of a few days School atten- Service of the ■ev. ■One son Dr. J. W. Peck town Hall by the Greenway young . The play was well put on Bl®® Fl I is n ™ RED & WHITE store Redpath Granulated Sugar . . 10 lbs. for 52c J f Extra SUGAR CRISP CORN FLAKES . PEANUT BUTTER LARGE JAR , FRESH CREAM SODA BISCUITS CHERRY JAM, TALL JAR.......... AYLMER NO. 4, PEAS................. WONDERFUL LAUNDRY SOAP MAPLE LEAF SALMON .............. ROSE BRAND BAKING POWDER .. Choice Golden Bantam Corn ... 2 for 23c. Choice Quality Tomatoes...........2 for 19c. Crosse & Blackwell Catsup 2 bottles 25c. De Luxe Powders assorted .... 6 for 25c. Fresh Dates............................4 lbs. for 25c. Calay Toilet Soap.........••........per cake 5c* Hensall Old Boys Reunion 4 • • • • ..................4 for 25c* each 25c. 1 lb. pkg, 2 for 25c. ........ each 15c. ...... per tip 10c. .... 9 bars for 25c. ... 1-2 lb, tin 17c. .,. ONE LB. TIN EACH 17c* Fresh Ginger Cookies .. Fic Nic Plates................ Large Slicing Cucumbers New Carrots........ .. New Potatoes................. Large Watermelons .... . . per lb. 10c. .. per doz. 9c. .... each 10c. per bunch 10c. 6 lbs. for 25c. .... each 49c. CROWN TEA—BULK—BLACK, GREEN OR MIXED .. n™——............................................................ ........ .............. PER LB. 49c. A FULL LINE OF ICE CREAM, ALASKA BON RONS, CONES AND BRICKS AL- SO A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF DRINKS ON ICE i ROLLIE’S GROCERY EXETER, ONT. Phone 102 ELIMVILLE “Quality always higher than price.” Several of Mr. Will Johns’ family attended tho McDonald picnic at Stratford last Wednesday. . Mr. and Mrs. John Herdman and family, Mrs. Will Bradshaw and David attended the Squire re-union at Grand Bend on Saturday. Quite a number from this corner were at the presentation to Miss Elsie Heywood at Mr. Sherwood Brock’s on Monday night. Several car loads of young people went to Clinton on Thursday night of last week and gave a program to the inmates of the County Home. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Johns and Dr. Walter Johns spent a few days last week visiting with Rev. L. C. White of South Woodslee. They ed Mr. Jack Miners’ bird sanctuary at Kingsville. Messrs. Martin Johns, Lome El­ ford, Harold Johns and Johns motored to Windsor Thursday. Harold and Howard are taking a new Ford V-8 from the fac­ tory to Milk River, Alta., for Mr. Martin Madge. Martin and Lome returned home on Friday after hav­ ing experienced considerable car trouble en route. Rev. A. E. Johns, of Hamilton, spent a couple of days last week with Mr. Wes. Johns. Edward came up with him and will spend the sum­ mer in the vicinity. Miss Hattie Westman, of London, has been visiting with her sister. Mrs. (Rev.) J. R. Peters during the past week. Mr. Chairles Long, of Milverton, commenced work at Mr. Rich. Johns on Monday. Quite a few took in London on Tuesday of Miss Florence Bell, spending the holidays here. Miss Dorothy Johns aunt, Mrs. Gilbert Duncan at Far­ quhar the first of the week. Mr. A. C. Whitlock and Miss Joy Whitlock, of St. Thomas, also Muriel Allison, of Springfield, called at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ford last Sunday. Bear in mind the Sunday school anniversary services to be held next Sunday at 10.30. Rev. Mr. Breinner of Brucefield will preach at both being prev- week Mrs. Greenway to Grand Bend. Measles and mumps are very alent in the community. Mr. C. H. Curts spent last in London. Mr. Jas. Wilson assisted by Lyle Woodburn and Miss Dorothy Belling entertained a few friends and relatives in honor of his daugh­ ter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mr®. C. Taylor on their return home from their honeymoon. We are glad to repcirt M.r. and Mrs. T. Bullock are somewhat improved in health. also visit- Howard last the circus in this week. ■of Lucan, is at her home visited her services. Special music is prepared. GREENWAY Social Gratton, Lon- Mr. and Mrs. Miss Muriel Remember the Strawberry at the United Church on Thursday night. Program a royalty play entitled “Welcome Home Jimmie” by Crediton talent. A very interesting temperance ad­ dress was given in the United Church on Sunday afternoon. Next Sunday the open air services begin at Grand Bend. Mr. and Mrs. Ivan don, are guests with J. Hotson. Mr. Claude Fallis, Fallis, Miss Hutchinson, Mis® Jean and Miss Annie Brodie spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd BropTiey. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Mason and Miss Devina Mason attended the funeral of the late Mr. McLean of Kippen. Several from here attended a mis­ cellaneous shower that was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh- Love in Honor of Mr. and Mrs. Car­ lyle Taylor. Greenway has growing pains. Full particulars next week. y Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Webb visited their daughter Mrs, T. Gunning last Tuesday. Mrs. I). Steeper, of Parkhill has been a guest with her daughter Mrs. Dean Brown. Mrs. W. Toll and Aileen, London, are guests with Mr. and Mrs. E. Mason. There were a number of local mon employed repairing the road from We Deliver WINCHELSEA Mr. and Mrs. Otto Walker, of Cromarty, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Newton Clarke, on '.Thursday last. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Fletcher __ Marjorie spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Stone at Kirkton. Mr. and Mrs. W. Batten and home, weeks A.E- is of KIRKTON Mrs. A. Bickell returned having spent the past two with her daughter, Mrs. Stanley, of St. Catherines. Mr. Lome Marshall spent Tuesday and Wednesday in Oshawa and Tor­ onto last week. We are glad that Mrs. Doupe is much improved. In one of cur village gardens to be seen a very nice showing Zinnas. This is a little early for fall flowers. Mr. and Mrs. E. Gunning attended the Francis re-union held at the home of Mr. Roy Fletcher on Satur­ day. Mrs. D. Roger and Mr. A. Bichall received word on Saturday of the death of their brother Mr. Tho®. Bichall, of Seaforth. Mr. and Mrs. L. Fletcher were Sunday visitors with Mr. Wm. Moody Thames Road. Mr. and Mrs. Ira Thelma and Mrs. F. Sunday with Mrs. Wm. Granton. Quite a number from and community attended services at Thames Road Marshall and Tuft® visited Lankin of our village anniversary- on Sunday. THAMES ROAD A damp and showery morning on Sunday did not daunt a large congre­ gation at anniversary services here. The minister for the day was Rev. Robert Hicks, of London, and many old friends, some from quite a dis­tance, made a point of meeting their old friend who gave two splendid addresses. In the morning the children rendered sweet music under the direction of Mrs. Taylor. A number was given by three little boys and three little girls viz Misses Jean Cann, Marion Hodgert, Winni- fred Hodgert, Allison Morgan, Gerald Campbell and Beverley Morgan. Miss Margaret Allison and Mis® Mil­ dred Hodgert were heard quite nice­ ly in a duett. The church was nice­ ly decorated by the Mission Circle girls. At the evening service there was a Tecord congregation. The music was rendered by the choir as­ sisted by Mrs. Margaret Fletcher, who also rendered a fine solo “Be­ yond the Dawn," by Weatherly. Amongst the visitors in our com­ munity were; Mis® Joy and M-r. Clif­ ford Whitlock, of St. Thomas with their parents; Mr. and Mr. Wm. Sil- lery with Mr. and Mrs. Hunkin; Mr. and Mrs. Benson Tuckey and Mr. Edgar Hunkin, Mr. and Mrs. Faw­ cett and Miss Teale, of Mitchell with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Pollen; Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Watson with Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Cottle; Mr. and Mrs Edwin Hawkins, of Seaforth and Mr. Wm. Stewart, with Mr. and Mrs. J. W. /Stewart; Mr. and Mrs. Hilburn, Mr. and Mrs. Seers, of Grand Bend, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Marshall with Mr. and Mrs. Kerslake; Mrs. Rebecca Stew­ art: Mr. and Mrs. Jas. McCullagh, of Woodham; Mr. and Mrs. Harper, of Mitchell. Mr. and Mrs. James Rimpson and friends spent Sunday at Auburn, Mr. Simpson’s sister remaining for a vis­it. On Tuesday evening a Strawberry Supper was .held in the church and was largely attended. The Indie® sup­ plied a sumptuous repast leaving nothing to be desired. A softball game was played between Crediton and Thame® Road and resulted in favour of the latter 4 to 3, A splen­ did program b.v local talent was also (given in the cliurcb. ___ and Gladys, of Elimville, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Godbolt spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Ray Fletcher. Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Davis were-: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smyth, of Saintsbury, Mr. and Mrs. Warner McRoberts, of Lucan. Miss Grace Collier, of Kirkt-on. spent a few days last week with, her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. H. Bailey Mr. and Mrs. M. Fletcher, Exeter, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. W. Kerslake. Bride Elect Showered About sixty neighbors and friends of Miss Elsie Heywood gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs., Sherwood Brock on Monday evening and pre­ sented the bride-to-be with a fern­ ery, bridge lamp and an end table. The address was read by Miss Helen Murch and the presentation made by Mises Audrey Prance, Eula Herdman and Laura Ford. Evening was spent in contests and games- after which lunch was served. The following is the address: Dear Elsie: — A few of your host of friends we have gathered here tonight to cele­ brate the beginning of your wedded life. Great days and great friend­ ships are few in the lives of most of us. Next Wednesday will be a great day for you and you have been one of our best friends so we feel the oc­ casion merits an evening -of fine fel­ lowship together. We wish you happiness Not just the kind that bubbles up But happiness that is a quiet peace Within your heart Trials will come They always do—but somehow They will go away because that peace Of happiness is here. We wish you Faith, Not the fair weather kind of faith But faith that faces the blackest skyAnd says “I trust.” We wish you So many dreams like Because we do other side. If Ave would open our self blinded eyes We woud see what they see and see­ing We would understand. Our three wishes for you We do not wish you Fame, or Power or Gold But we think the share of theseThat comes your way Will be the brighter and the dearer And still more sweet Because these other things Belong to you. As a token of these our wishes we give you this fernery, lamp and end table, ■mind light ing. understanding are shattered petal- no t try to see the We trust it will always re- you of our love and keep your abuvning and flowers bloom- CREDITON EAST and Mi’fi'. Oscar Pfaff andMr. daughter Dolores, of Woodham, and Mrs. Nelson Schenk, of north of town spent Sunday with their parents Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pfaff .Sr. ML'S Thelma McPherson, who was operated upon Thu.rday for an abcess on her leg in the Wai' Memorial Children’s Hospital, London, is get­ ting along fine. Mr. and Mr®. Mc­ Pherson visited Sunday with her. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Heatherley and Mrs. Frank Seheiding and Mr. and Mrs, Stanley Kelly, all of London spent Sunday with Mr. and Mr®. H. Motz. GRAND BEND Mr. and Mrs. Harry Esinshaw, and Mr. Bob Sharpe, of Stratford, and MLs Nola Allister, of St. Marys, were visitors at tho .home of Mr. and i'Mrs. Joe Oliver on Sunday.