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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1935-08-01, Page 8THURSDAY, AUGUST 1st, 1035 THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE Be Sure of BEST RESULTS Bionat pads and lotions are oil treated by exclusive Bonat formula to bring fullest lustre and beauty from each type of hair. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Phone 231w H. M. SMITH BEAUTY SHOPPE Exeter Markets Wheat 70c. Manitoba’s Best $2.40 Welcome Flour $2.40 Low Grade Flour $28.00 a ten Bran $25.00 a ton Shorts $24.00 a ton Mixed Chop $25.00 a ton Govt, standard screening Chop $22-00 a ton. Creamery Butter 24-25c. Dairy Butter 18c-21c Egss, A large 19 c. Eggs B, 16c. Egg® C, 14c. Hogs $9.00 BIRTHS STEPHEN—At Elimville on Thurs­ day, August 1st, to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stephen, a son. MARRIAGES SHIER—CODLINGS— Ou July 30th, at the home bride’s parents, Miss S. youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gollings, Thames Road, to Mr. Lloyd M. Shier, youngest son of Mrs. Shier and the late S. Shier, of Bryanston, by Rev. A. Hunt. Tuesday, of the Bernice, N. M. We can supply you with No, Clover Honey at 8 cents a lb. Over) 50 lbs. 7c. lb. Amber honey at over 50 lbs. 5c. lb. These prices ply in your containers. J. HABERER & SONS 2 Blocks south of Hotel, ZURICH LOCALS teen «• i | Monday next has been proclaimed vr as Civic Holiday when all places of hnsinpfttt twill hs nlncadbusiness will be closed. Mrs. H. McKenzie, of St. Paul, Min., is visiting her sister Mrs. Jas. Willis. Mis® Gertrude Francis1 left tor De­ troit Friday to visit with her sister, Mrs. Belling. Mrs. Campbell Wares, of Windsor, its visiting with Mr. and Mrs, J. R. McDonald, Mrs. Wilmot Fife, of Ailsa Craig, jias the guest of Miss Fanny Bissett for the reunion. Mrs. G. J. Dow will discontinue the holding of his auction sales un­ til after October 1st. Ona, daughter of Mr. and Roland Williams, of Uslborne, has been ill is improving. Mr. and Mrs. J. Blaickwell daughter, of London, visited Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Appleton. Mrs. Thos. Edwards, of Windfall, Ind., is visiting her brother Mr. G. Lawson and other relatives. Mr. and Mr®. R. Dyer Hurdon, Ri­ chard and Janet Ruth, of Buffalo, were here Tuesday for the reunion. Dr. and Mrs. Bowerman and Don­ ovan Dutton, of Menomonie, Wis., returned to their home on Thurs­ day. Elmer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Powe, of Centralia, had his tonsils removed at Dr. Fletcher’s hospital Friday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Parkinson, Mowatt and daughter Taite, Mrs. Collyer, of Buffalo, visited Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Appleton. Miss Louise Sweet, Tillsonfourg, Mrs. D. McInnis and son’Donald, of Paisley visited with Mr. and Mrs. Sam’l Sweet for the Reunion. Mr, P. B. Dignan, of Toronto and son Alan M. A., Barrister, and daughter Helen, were guests with E. M. Dignan for Old Home Week. Mrs. D. Elliott, and Miss Joyce Fennell, of Brantford, are visiting with the former’s son Rev. A. E. El­ liott at the Main Street parsonage. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Wells and Caroline, of London, left here tor Detroit Friday. They; have taken Mr. and Mrs. Litchfield with them. •Mrs. W. Balman, Windsor; Mr. and Mrs. C. Shute, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Evans, of London, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Flynn, dur­ ing Old Boys. Mr. John Brown, of town, was taken to Victoria Hospital, London, on Tuesday where he underwent an operation. He is at present in a critical condition. Miss Kathleen Shain, of Belmont, Miss Gladys Penhale, of London, and Misses Margaret Penhale, Jean and Betty Coates, of Exeter, spent last week at Grand Bend. Among the oldest of the Old Boys who were home from a distance was Mr. Daniel Dyer, of Saginaw, Mich. Mr. Dyer is still in business Icon­ ducting the Dyer Print Shop. Mrs. Sarah Broadfoot, James Broadfoot, Mrs. C. Eilber, Mrs. J. McAlister, Ian and Jean, of Zurich, and Mrs. Gibson, of Stratford, spent Monday with Mrs. Horney and Miss Horton. Miss Mary Gorle, of Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. S. R. Prebble, Francis and Richard, of Ilderton; Mar.y Hamilton, Cromarty; were guests over the week-end' with Mrs, F. R. Hamilton. Mrs. Atkinson has disposed oif dental practice of the late Dr. kinson to Dr, H. H. Cofwen, of rich. Dr, and Mrs. Cowen are well known in this community and will foe welcomed to our midst. Miss Lillian Ford, of Detroit, who was here for Old Home Week, left Thursday for Bigwin Inn, Lake of Bays, to visit her brother, Fred, ________________ who is playing with the orchestra The Tiimes-Advocate would like to j at that_ place for the summer. compile a book' of pictures of Old *' ‘ Home Week for future reference. If some of the Old Boys or Girls have taken worth while pictures during their visit here we would appreciate the negatives twhen they are through with them. Accident Mars Celebration -One of the unfortunate things to occur during the Old Boys Week was an accident to Mr. F. E. Willis. While the parade was forming on Monday at noon Mr. Willi® was act­ ing as a traffic officer on one of the corners and coming from behind one of the trucks he was struck by the secretary of the Old Boys Association and was rolled over several times. He was immediately taken to London for an X-ray (where it was (found that both bones of one leg were fractured. He returned to his home the follow­ ing day and will be laid ulp for some time. Mrs. who and with DEATHS GREB—In Exeter, on Saturday, July 27, 1935, Edna Case, beloved wife of Simon Greb, in her 61st year. IN MEMORIAM HARDY—In loving memory of our dear daughter and sister “Dorothy Etoil Hardy” who- passed away at the Queen Victoria Hospital, at Yorkton, Sask., July 31, 1933. God knew you were suffering; He knew you were in pain; He knew you would never get better In this world again. He saw the road was getting rough, The hills were hard to climb; -So He closed your weary eyelids, And whispered “peace be thine.” You left behind you aching hearts Who loved you most sincere; We never have and never will Forget you, Dorothy dear. Sadly missed by mother, Dad ■Sisters and Brothers. and ACCOUNTS DUE All accounts due the late Dr. At­ kinson are payable at once at the home of Mrs. Atkinson on Andrew St. Kindly leave bills for receipt before Sept. 1st., on Tuesdays and Saturdays only. SIMS REUNION Will be held at Springbank on ■Labour Day, September 2nd, instead of Civic Holiday. Note change of date. NOTICE Harvey H. Cowen, L.D.S., D.D.S., o£ Zurich, announces the taking over of the dental practice of the late Dr. Atkinson. The office will re-open on Monday, August 12th. LOST—About the middle of June, a sow, -with looped ears would far­ row about July 1st. A good reward will be given for information leading up tu her recovery. Ernie Thomp­ son, Parkhill, R.R. 8. FOR SALE—Pure clover honey 8c. a lb. in your own containers; re­ duction on 50 lbs. or .over or can supply in new pails. Wesley Dearing Crediton 17-14. S-l-2tc LOST—In Exeter on Tuesday, two dollars. Finder kindly return to the Times-Advocate. LOST—On Main Street, Wednes­ day evening a gold twrist Reward. Please return to Advocate. watch. Tinies- LOST—A black and white Please return to Central Hotel. kitten. Lost—A black silk shawl was lost on the street Wednesday evening. Finder kindly! return to Tinies-Ad- vocate. A club .meeting will foe held at L. V. Hogarth’s Hatchery Monday night August 5th at 8.15. Exeter United Farmer’s Club. M. R. Cudm-ore, Secretary. The Times'-Advocate have several requests for copies of last week’s issue. If some of our readers have a copy to spare it will be appreciated ed. Anyone having an account, against the Old Boyis Association will please hand it to the treasurer, J. " at once. Will the .girls in Miss drill kindly .call at Mrs. R. for their money. H. Jones Brown’s Russell’s SALE—‘Choice clover- honey pound in customer's con- 50 lbs. or over 7c. Darrel R. R. 3, Exeter 2tc. FOR 8c. per tainers; Parkes, WANTED TO RENT—A modern house immediately if possible. Phone 15, Exeter.. FOR SALE—'$1,000 cash will buy store property on Main street, Ten­ ant willing to sign three year lease. Rental will pay 14 per cent, interest on investment, Apply box 2 8OH. WANTED—Agents for Scottish Special Fertilizers. For further in­ formation and details write—Stan­ ley Campbell, R.R. 2, Palmerston, Ontario. FOR SALE-—I have listed for sale several fully modern houses. If you have any intention of buying a house let us show you these,.—c. V. Pick- tttd, Phohe 165, Exeter. FOR .SALE—Several rebuilt and enclosed oil stoves 2, 3 and 4 burn­ er. Apply to W. J« Melville, ,,aWl11l1tTillii.i I............J":.” . Mrs. and with the At- Zu- CARD OF THANKS The family cf the late Dr. Atkin­ son wish to thank the many friends for their sympathy and kindness during their recent bereavement. CARD OF THANKS Simon Greb and family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the neighbors and friends for kindness during Mr. the and sympathy extended their recent be.reavement. LOCAL NEWS Miss Exeter falo. Mr. and Mrs. F. Sparks and two sons, of Chatham; Mrs. John Gor­ don and two daughters Maud and Kathleen, of Wallaceburg and Mr. and Mrs. Henderson, of Woodstock, visited with Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Gor- on the first part of the week. Mr. and Mrs. V. J. Sweet, Cleve­ land; Harry sweet, Windsor; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Melson and three children, Woodstock; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sweet, Mrs. Lemiehan and two children, London and Miss Betty Brown, of Detroit, were guests of Miss H. Sweet during the Old Boys Reunion. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Westcott, of Hamilton, with Mrs. W. J. Westcott, Miss Rilda Westcott and Earl West­ cott, of Los Angeles, Calif., were among the interested visitors here. Mr. Westcott took the first copy of the Exeter Times that was printed here in 187 3 off the jpress. Guests on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sillery were Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Scott and Dr. Murray Scott, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Harris, Kingsville; Mr. and Mrs. K. McKel- lar, and daughter Betty and Hazel Hamilton, of Cromarty, jjjisses Ag­ nes and Jean Prebb'le, Ilderton. Mr. and Mrs. James Jewell had as their guests during Old Home Week Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Bradt and family, London; Mr. and Mrs. W. J. McAllister and family, Mt. Brydges; Mr. and Mrs. Hugh McKay and family, Detroit; Mr. Geo. Jewell London and Mr. and Mrs. Longfield, Mt. Brydges. Mr. Harold Down, Toronto; Miss Helen Down, Detroit; Mr. Fred Dolwn Woodstock and Miss Edna Down, Missionary, who has just returned from India, were g.uests of Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Down during the week. Mrs Louisa Horton, Edith Hor­ ton, Miss Ruth Hodgkinson, Oshawa, Harold HOrtOtt, of Toronto, Gerald­ ine and Gloria Hagerman, Cleve­ land spent Old Home We6k with Mrs. Horney and Miss M. Horton. One of the Exeter Old Girls, who was determined to be present if it was only to- register was Mies Evelyn Gill, R.N., of Detroit. Miss Gill came by train to St. Thomas and by taxi from there. iShe spent several hours in town before returning. Mr. and Mrs, Victor Sweet were called to Windsor Wednesday after­ noon owing to the illness of the latter's .f&tther, Mr. • William Scott, tw.ho suffered a paralytic stroke. Mr. Scott suffered a second stroke the following morning and is at present in a critical condition. Visitors with Mr. and Mrs. B. Makins for Exeter Old Home Week wore Dr. Robert Muir, Mrs. Madge' Muir MacLatighlin, Miss Peggy Mac-! Laughlin, Towanda, N.Y.; r* Switzer and "Merritt A’. Switzer, Jr. of Pulaski, N.Y.; Mt. and Mrs. J, Noble and Miss E. Garfoig, Toronto and Mrs. E. A. Johhs, London. J. Rivers, has returned to after having visited in Buf- w.H. LONG OVERDUE The Times-Advocate is long over­ due this week.. Getting out a paper ordinarily requires fnoim five to six days. During the celebration all members of our staff were on var­ ious committees and a® Old Home Wee'k has co-me only onice in our experience it was nejther desirable nor possible to keep the office go­ ing at all cover all this week long and the paper, of our readers in the delay. times. We have tried to angle® of the celebration and our staff .has toiled late in trying to get out We crave the indulgence r G. S. Howard Appointed Agent of Standard Life The Standard Life Assurance Com­ pany of Edinburgh announces the appointment of Mr. George S. How­ ard of Exeter as Special Agent. Wiith his long ( teaching experience, Mr. Howard is a well2known figure In South Huron County, Besides Exfr. ter, his district includes such centres as Hensall, Grand Bend, Centralia, Dashwood, Zurich. Kippen and Cred- Iton, ( Mr. Howard’s agency will be associated with the Company’s Wes­ tern Ontario Branch at 422 Richmond St., London. The Standard which was establish­ ed in 1935, is on the strongest valu­ ation basis of any life office in the World. Owing to its financial posi­ tion, and the fact that it is a mutual company, it is able to offer the pub­ lic With Profit contracts of excep­ tional value. In 1926 the annual compound bonus was increased to $21.00 per $1,000. This high scale of profits has been maintained throughout all the years of the de- ^augn.rn, Mr. Mer-.prrasion and at the same time, the rttt A. Switzer, Mrs. jean A. Mnlri Company's financial position and “ r&scrves have been further strength­ ened. Policies a.re issued and'claims paid at the Cdfhpany.’s chief office fot Canada in Montreal, CAVEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. S, Moore Gordon, B.A., B.D. Minister airs. J. G* Cochrane, organist 10 a.m.—Sunday School . y---; services the tvtaing at During August held in I'-- - _ only as Mr. G'fJon has the service in fRnsall in ing. 7 p.m.—Subject “Certainty.” 9.30 a.m.—Sunday School will be 7 o’clo'ck charge of the even- UNION SERVICES Main St. and James St. United Churches Rev. Page in Charge a.m. Sunday School a.in,—Main St. Church Subject—/'Why attend. Church?” 7 p.m.—Jaimes St. Church Subject—“The Open Window” The James St. Choir under the leadsrshitp of W. R- Goulding will lead the service of song. 10 11 TRIVITT MEMORIAL CHURCH Rector, Rev. M*. A. Hunt. Organis.t, Miss MacFaul Choir-Leader,Air. MiddlemJss IE It has been a pleasure to have had such a large number of Old Boys and Girls back home on such a gala occasion. i We extend our best wishes for your future happiness. All Summer Dresses Greatly Reduced Price Every summer dress on our racks has been greatly reduced in price. We still have a go assortment to select from. The low prices should interest you. 7th Sunday a.im.—Sunday After Trinity School. Withdrawn. 10 Morning Service 7 p.m.—Rev. Beverley Farr, of Hen­ sail. THE GREAT WEST LIFE ASSURANCE CO. Offers up-to-date contracts to meet every insurance need. We welcome inquiries Insurance of all kinds C. V. PICKARD Phone 165, Exeter Summer Dresses We have in stock summer styles and Ladies’ Full coats. Also Hoovers, Dresses length navy all the new shades in silk crepe House Dresses, Smocks, i, Lingerie, Hose and Children’s Dresses. WARD’S LADIES’ WEAR Permanent Waves For the holiday season have Permanent Wave. a CROQUINOLE SPIRAL COMBINATION CROQUINOLE ENDS M. Russell Phone 245 Last Call for LOW SUMMER PRICES Prices on D. & H, Cone Clean** ed Anthracite will advance soon. Better put in your order to-day JAS. P. BOWEY Coal & Coke Phone 157 Sun Life Representative DEATH OF MRS. SIMON GREB The death took place in Exeter on Saturday of Edna Greb, belov­ ed wiie of Mr. Simon Greb, after an illness of a few days with heart trouble. na Case, was born in Arkona, After her marriage to Mr. Simon Gxeb, they farmed in Stephen Township till about twenty years ago they moved to the farm now owned by their son, Oscar, of the Babylon line, Hay Township. During these years Mr. and Mrs. Greb were regular at­ tendants of the Evangelical church at Zurich. It is only about two years ago that they moved from, the farm to their residence in Exeter. Mirs. Greb is survived by her husband, two sons, Oscar of the Babylon line, Hay; Kenneth at home; three daugh­ ters, Mrs. Urban Pfile of the 14th concession. Hay; Mrs. Hugh Love, near Grand Bend; and Miss Doris at home. She is also survived by two i brothers, George, of Lorraine, Ohio; and Abe, of Pittsburg, Kansas; two Bisters, Mrs. R. Damrow, of Kinde, Mich,; Mrs. Almond Ross of De; troit. Tlib funeral was held from the residence at Exeter on Tuesday at one pm. and a. service held at James St. United church at 1.30. I The officiating clergymen. were Rev, ; M, Page and Rev. E. Burn of Zurich Interment took place in the Exeter cehietery. Deceased was formerly E'd- was (born in Arkona, Alftc^ SUFFERED STROKE 'Mies Bertha Andrew, Huron St,, suffered a paralytic stroke on Mon­ day of this week and is at present confined to her bed. i 50 PAIR OF CHILDREN’S SANDALS In brown canvas with rubber soles. Sizes 7 to 10i/2. Very low priced at” Per Pair 59c TERRY CLOTH PULLOVERS In short or long sleeves, colors yellow and white. Very new and popular^ Boys $1.10 Mens $1.50 MEN’S WHITE AND BLACK AND WHITE SHOES They are both selling well and come in i newest styles. Priced at $2.95 to $3.50 MEN’S WHITE BROADCLOTH SHIRr With separate or attached collar. Forsyl) or Arrow make at $1.55 and $1.95 CHERRIES:—Cherries are now at their best. Your order will be appreciated and promptly attended to. Grocery Suggestions Christie’s Cakes Strictly Fresh Ripe Tomatoes .......................2 lbs. for 25c. New Clover Honey................qt. gems 35c. Premier Salmon, fancy red . . 1 lb. tin 23c. Sandwich Spread...........6 1-2 oz. jar 20c. Large Jar Mixed Pickles .................... 25c. I Nature’s Best Tomato Juice 5c. Prepared Mustard .... Tomato Catsup C. & B. Fresh Peaches, Blue Berries, Cabbage Bananas, Oranges and Lemons • jar 1 2 for 21 Southcott Bros. SPEED TRIALS DRAW RECORD CROWD . The speed trials of the harness horses provided thrilling .entertain­ ment to a large crowd of spectators attending the Old Boys1’ Reunion on Wednesday. The Chrysler Stake race was the feature of the day was won by Governor Grattan. Two elimination races were with four horses from each qualifying for the feature. Tom Grattan, owned by Brooks Brothers, London, won the Ford V-S stake and three-year-old race, by tak­ ing three straight heats. Jack R. Grattan, owned by Dave Pinkney, Stratford, won the Central Hotel stake which was offered for the 2.24 pace. Jack Grattan also took the race in straight heats. ■Dominion Grattan, owned by J, T. Payette, Penetang, after winning two straight heats, threw its driver at the stall of the third race and staged a wlc and a half exhibition race alone. Running too far out on the track the cart was bounced in the air numerous times on the last lap one of the wheels was broken. After a ‘short rest Dominion Grattan came back t0 take the third and final heat. Try Maid won the half-mile running ffrace. The results: Chrysler Stake-—228 Paee ,. 1 4 2 . 8 3 5 6 , 7 and run race Si Gents’ Furnishings A complete line of gent’s summer apparel. New Shirts, Ties, Socks, Hats, Caps, I A DISCOUNT ALLOWED ON ALL SUITS ORDERED NOW QUALITY. SERVICE AND REASONABLE PRICE Dresses & Suits S" 79 ALL GARMENTS NOW 79C 1 3 5 6 4 2 6 7 8 866Peter 1 Peter ' ley, Betty sons, Hal, N. Neely, iSarna Royal, Thomas Year- Crediton................... E. Grattan, A. Par- >, London . ..,........... Time 2.10%, 2.03%, 2.11. Ford V-8 Stake,. Three-Year-Olds Tom Grattan, Brooks Bros., London .............................. Oliver Harvester, Dr. J. B. "Whitley, Goderich.......... Ruth Peters, E. W. Fawn. ’ Mitchell............................ Black Beauty, Floyd Milton,. Drumbo........................... Imperial Grattan, J. H. Hales & Son, Dutton..♦. Time, 2.12. Chamber of Commerce Stake 2.20 Pace Dominion Grattan, J. T. Payette, Penetang . .... Effie Moore, H. A. Dicken­ son, Mount Hope »..... Evan Grattan, Allan Elliott, Sarnia . . ....................... Betty Direct, Brooks Bros1., I London . . ,..................... 7 Babe Grattan, Gordon Knight, Blenheim . ...... 4 Lady McGregor, James 3 1 4 2 7 B 7 8 i 7 8 a B 2 i 1- 1 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 5 4 4 5 Governor Grattan . . Earl Direct . . ...... David Direct........... Evelyn Grattan * ... Leona Grattan.......... Babe Grattan............ Bessie Grattan......... Dillon Mac . ..... s.. Time 2.11* 2,09. 2.11. Chevrolet Stake—2.16 Pace Yankee Harvester, Eisen- back Bros., Brantford.......... Black Patch, Gordon Knight, Blenheim.............. . ............... Grattan Patch, J. T. Payette Penetang............................... Tony Mack, Jack Wettlaufer Mitchell.......................... 4 Time, 2.07%, 2.08%. Central Hotel Stake, 2.24 Jack R. Grattan, D. M'. Pinkney, Stratford ..... Sharkey Grattan, W. L. Fraser. Forest.......... The Admiral, C. B. Law­ rence, Durham . ........ Nettie G., Gordon Knight, Blenheim................ Laura May Harvester, Har- dld Berry, St, Marys .... Pace 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 2 4 3 2 2 2 Hills, Guelph................... Time 2.10, 2.Q2, 2.09 3-4. Elimination—Firlst Divi 2.28 Class Earl' Direct; Governor David Direct; Evelyn Direct Walls; Peter J.; Marion Kei 2.16 3-4. Elimination—Second Div 2.28 Class Leona Grattan; Babe Grat| sie Grattan; Dillon iMac; I Dale Peters; Donna Grattai Running Race—Half Try Maid ....... Tickle Toe . . .. Running Shower . Bulldog Jerry . * , The race committee in ch: Frank Delbridge, .chairman; Lawson, Sandy -Eliott, Well Andy Easton. !• 3 4 6 2 0 3 3 3 6 '4 4 4 4 5 5 5 During the first evening Old Boys a fancy radiator stolen frolm a ear of one our The car (was parked in a shedt