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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1935-10-10, Page 1ESTABLISHED 1873 EXETER, ONT., THURSDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 10th, 1935 SIXTY-SBCOND YEAR I New Styles New Cloths New Low Prices LADIES’ and MISSES’ BLOUSES - New styles just arrived DRESSES FOR FALL The new Dresses are here for Fall. We have a large stock to select from at very reasonable prices. All Wool Blankets at $6.95 a pr These Blankets are extra special value, being absolutely all wool of very fine quality. Standard size, white with different colored borders. While they last at 6.95 per pair. Ibex Flannelette Blankets large 12-4 size white or grey with colored borders at $2.35 per pair. Large colored Plaid Flannelette Blankets, in rose, green, mauVe, gold and blue ■ checks at $2.50 per pair. Figured Pyjama Flannelette on sale at 29c a yard 12 different patterns extra heavy Flannelette, in floral and figured designs for ladies’ and children’s night growns, pyjamas,?etc., a regular 35c. quality on sale 29c. ALLISON—ROWE A pretty autumn wedding took place at the h'ome of Mr, and Mrs. H. T. Rowe on Saturday at twelve o’clock noon when their only daugh­ ter, Mildred May, was united jn mar­ riage with Mr. William Chalmers Al­ lison, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Alli­ son, of the Thames Road. The cere­ mony was performed by Rev. Arthur Page. The bride was very becom­ ingly attired in a dress of plum shade transparent velvet and car­ ried a bouquet of Talisman roses. The wedding march was played by Mrs. A. Morgan, sister of the groom and during the signing of the regist­ er Mrs, Morgan sang. At the close of the ceremony a dainty buffet luncheon was served with Misses Reta Rowe, Gertrude Francis and Mayme Pridliam acting as waitress­ es. Beautiful bouquets of gladioli adorned the home, Only the im­ mediate relatives lof the contracting parties were present. Mr. and Mrs. Allison left the same afternoon for a wedding trip to North Bay the bride travelling in a brown treebark dress, with tweed coat and brown accessories to match. On their re­ turn they will reside on the Thames Rd. The bride for a number of years was a member of the Exeter P. S. staff and the young couple have many friends who will join with the Times-Advocate in extending best wishes for their future happiness and prosperity. BOARD OF EDUCATION MONARCH SPECIAL KNITTING YARN, ALL POPULAR COLORS 10c. BALL Sweaters Sweaters We have a very large stock of sweaters for all members of the family at very low prices. GIRLS’ RAINCOATS—A few left to clear at $1.00 each KNITTED SUITS FOR LADIES’—Odd sizes and styles as low as $1.95 suit and up.*POULTRY HENS—We are prepared to give free cu'lling on your laying flocks. We do this work in the evenings and our culler is giving satisfacton. YOUNG CHICKEN—We are buying all grades of young alive or dressed chicken If you have real good, milk-fed birds, we can now buy them dressed grade. You will get the best satisfaction by letting our expert pickers pick them for you. The charge is ve/ry reasonable and you will get a better grading. If your birds are not real fat and well finished do not attempt to dress them as there is a heavy discount on poor poultry. CANNING POULTRY—Can come in any time now. This is dressed with head and feet off and no crop. Prices are: over four pounds 12c.; under four pounds 10c. We pay extra for trade on all poultry. Phone 32 I Jones & May Phone 32 5 . . Fall Hardware . . BINGO!!! Let’s Go THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10th Johnson’s Wax ......... 59c. a lb. Old English Wax ..... 59c. a lb. Home Wax ............... 29c. a lb. Chan Wax ...... 59c. a lb. Mystic Marvel Cleaners .... 10c. (Scrub Brushes ........... 15 & 25c. Auger Bits in sets of 5 .... $1.35 Axe Handles ........... 25c. and up Axes with handles $1.45 to $2.50 Pipe Wrenches ..... 14 in. $1.29 Coleman Lamps .............. $7.45 Leather Half Soles .........25c. pr. Caulking Compound .. $1.19 gal. Rubberized Weather Strip 3c. ft Stable Brooms ....... 85c. and up Lemon Oil ....... 15c. & 25c. bot. O’Cedar Oil ..... 25c. & 50c. bot Dust Mops ........... 39c. to1 $2.00 Stove Pipe Enamel .. 15c. & 25c. Stove Pipe Dollars ........... 10c. Stov.e Brushes ....... 25c. to 35c. Snips .................................. 89c. Flat Files, 7-8-10 in..... 15c. ea. Axe Heads $1.25 to $1.75 Hammer ............ 50c. to $1.25 Coleman Lanterns .......... $5.75 Rubber Half Soles ....... 15c. pr. Weather Strip hair felt 10 ft. 9c Bronze Weather Strip 3c. per ft. Stable Shovels ................... 75c. Fifteen Good Prizes Chickens and Groceries Canadian Legion Rooms at 8.30 p.m. Admission 25c. plus 5c. tax Exeter public Cemetery •'Stove Pipes 15c. and 20c., length, either 6 or 7 inch. size. Furnace Pipes, all sizes made to order 2 8-26-24 guage galv Large Size Quebec Heaters, 13 inch fire pot $15.00 Small Size Quebec Heaters 9 inch, fire pot $10.00 Quebec Heaters with ovens $23.00 to $115.00 10 different styles and sizes to choose from. Also several 2nd hand Heaters and Ranges to clear at a price. We have made special arrange­ ments this year for the planting of Tulip Bulbs etc.’ We will sup­ ply and plant the bulbs, prepare the soil etc., at a special price. Please notify us before Oct. 15, 1935 The monthly meeting of the Board of Education was held in the Public Library, Monday evening, October 7th, at 7.30. and the 2nd and special meeting September 12th and adjourned meeting of Sep­ tember 14th were read and approv­ ed. Mr. J. Creech, principal, was present and reported for September: enrollment 116 boys and 111 girls. Number entered 39, left 1, lates 29, actual attendance 43.0 6, perfect at­ tendance 45.12. He explained that three rooms would be closed Thurs­ day and Friday, October 10th and 11th and also October 24th and 25th that teachers anight attend the con­ ventions or observe teaching in other schools. Exam paper and some colored chalk were needed for the school, also Miss Kirk had ask­ ed for some supplementary reading. Moved by C. V. Pickard, seconded by Mrs. Beavers that supplies ask­ ed for be purchased with the ex­ ception of ‘'Dickens’ Life of Chris. X.” Carried. Miss Pridham reported to- the board with some examples of work resulting from some pupils entering primary room when too young. Principal Wethey reported for the High School. Number on roll 1'67, aggregate attendance 3 056. School had been open every lawful day with complete staff. Accommodation al­ most adequate for furnishing unused class room with desks fiom other rooms. Chalk and examination paper necessary. Field Day had been held Boys sto.od in fourth place and the girls in third for the six secondary schools represented. Moved Iby Mrs. Beaver and A. O. Elliot: that examination paper and chalk as needed for High .School be purchased. Carried. Per G. Lawson and C. V. Pickard: payment of the following accounts. Unrriod* E. Lindenfield, supplies, labor, $28.84; M. Walker, supplies $27.- 20; Vernon Heywood, labour .82; Bell Telephone calls etc. $3.20; F. Donnelley, advice $2.00; Meredith & Davidson, for advice $25.00; The Central Scientific Co., supplies $111.- 90; Grigg Stationery supplies, books etc., $411.03; S. Winer, sand $2.25; R. E. Balkwill, labour and supplies $8.11; Penny Bank, supplies, $11.43. Building and Grounds Committee to look after disposal ;of sashes also oil and deodorant with power to act. Invitation to the Ontario Secondary School Teachers federation meeting at London and Banquet for Trustees and Teachers, October 18th, was read. Any members wishing to at- ten were asked to- advise Secretary. Adjournment—-A. O. Elliot. K. MacFaul, Sec’y. M'onday evening, Absent F. J. Delbridge W. H. Dearing. The minutes of regular meeting of -September THE LATE CHAS. HARVEY A highly esteemed resident of this . community passed away at his home > on Huron street cn Thursday of last • week in the person of Mr. Charles - Harvey in his 76th year. The de­ ceased had been ailing for several months. Mr. Harvey has been a prominent citizen of this community being for many years an ardent tem­ perance worker and prominent Lib­ eral. He was born on the Thames Road, being a son of the late Rich­ ard Harvey and was one of a family of thirteen children. He was united in marriage with Sarah Ann Smith, of Kintore, who predeceased him sixteen years last August. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey and family moved to Exeter twenty three years ago last January from Usborne where Mr. Harvey was a successful hog raiser maintaining an interest in hogs af­ ter coming to town. In 1924 Mr. Harvey was united in marriage with Mrs. Sarah Ann Mills, of Blyth, who passed away in August 1921. He is survived by three daughters, (Lau­ ra) Mrs. F. L. Grieve, of Grand Bend; (Elva) Mrs. Thos. Coates, of town and (Florence) Mrs. Stanley Williams, of Rochester, N. Y. He is also survived by two brothers and three sisters; Thconas, of Exeter; and "VVesley of Kindersley, Sask.; Mrs. Rd. Blatchford, who has been making her home with the -deceased; Mrs. Robt, iSask.; Mrs. Selina Wilson, of Erics- dale, Man. was held Saturday afternolon ducted by Rev. A. Page of the James Street United Church of which the deceased has been an active member Rev. L. C. Harvey, of Granton, a nephew, assisted with the service. Interment took place in the Exeter cemetery. The bearers were Messrs Norman Stacey, Luther Rowcliffe, Perry Whetsone, Orie Smith, Nelson Coultis and J. H. Jones. Among those from a distance -whlo were present for the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. N. Stacey, of Willow Grove; Rev. L. C. and Mrs. Harvey, of Granton; Mr. and Mrs. Orie Smith, Df Kintore; Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Whet­ stone and two daughters, of Kintore and Mrs. Isaac Harvey, of London. — JUST ARRIVED — A Fresh Assortment of Neilson’s Chocolates pound box 50c Grieve’s Sandwich e “The Place of Better Food” — Smokers’ Supplies — Down, of Kindersley, The funeral, private, con- THAR—ETHERINGTON A quiet wedding was solemnized at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Etherington, of Usborne on Wednesday’, October 2, at twelve o’clock, noon, of their eldest daughter Alma Lillian to Harry William Thar, second son of Mr. and Mrs. John Thar, of London, by Rev. Mair, of Thames Road Unit­ ed church. Mr. Irvine Edwards A. T. C. M., of London played the wed­ ding march. The bride given in mar­ riage by her father, was smartly attired in a white crepe suit with white accessories and carried a bouquet of Sweetheart roses with maiden hair fern. Misis Alma Abram of London, the bridesmaid wore a becoming frock of salmon- pink, crepe with brown accessories. She carried a bouquet of mixed autumn flowers. brother of the bride, attended the groom. Following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served in the dining room to t'he immediate fami­ lies of the bride and groom by Mrs. Kenneth Thar wards, both -of left on a short travelling in a wolf fur collar On their return Mr. and Mrs. Thar will reside in London.’ Mr. Archie Etherington, and Mrs. Irvine Ed- London. The couple motor trip, the bride grey tweed coat with and navy accessories ATTENDS FUNERAL Mr H. S. Walter returned Tuesday evening from Hamilton where he at­ tended the funeral of his brother- in-law, Mr. Harry Carter Wood, who died at the General Hospital, aged 61 years. The deceased had not been well for some time and had been seriously ill for two weeks. Born in Essex, England, he came to Canada in 19H0 and was a salesman for the Lyons Tailoring Co., Hamilton. He was an Anglican, Mason, Conserva­ tive and was an ardent supporter of soccer and cricket activities. He is survived by his bereaved widow whose maiden name was Mabel F. Walter, formerly of Exeter. I HOT Fowl Supper — served by — ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, ZURICH •on Thursday, October 17 Slipper served from 5 to 9 p.m. A play entitled “Closed Lips” will be presented by the Luther League Admission: Adults 60c. Children, 12 and under, 35c. Everybody Cordially Invited LEAVITT’S THEATRE AMATEUR CONTEST An Amateur Contest open to all musicians over the age of sixteen years will begin on Wednesday, Oc­ tober 16th. It will take place at 9.3 0 o’clock each Wednesday even­ ing after the feature picture and will continue for four weeks. Finals will be held in the fourth week. Ap­ plications must be in the .box office not later than Monday, October 14th Good Cash Prizes will be awarded the winners. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12tli Miss Ina Gooding and her pupils, of London, will present a sparkling- entertainment of dancing and sing­ ing. Miss Gooding announces the -op­ ening of a studio tor instruction in. toe ballet, tap dancing, Russian bal- lett and modern dancing.- Miss Gooding specializes in children’s classes. For particulars apply at the box .office- or see Miss Gooding Sat­ urday evening, October 12th. THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY October jo, Ik and 12th “Romance in Manhattan” with Ginger Rogers and Frances Lederer MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY October 14th, 15th, 16th Jack Holt in comedy drama “I’ll Fix It” DANCE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16tli Breckenbridge Orchestra Goderich Hon. H. H. Stevens in Town As we go. to press a large number of people are gathering to hear the Hon. H. H. Stevens, leader of the Reconstruction Party, address a meeting in the Town Hall in the in­ terests pf R. J. MacMillan, candi­ date for the Huron-Perth riding. At. Uncle’s Funeral Mrs. W. W. Taman returned home the latter ^part of last week from, Aurora where she attended the fun­ eral of her uncle, the late James Whimster, a prominent citizen, who passed away at the age of 9 2 years. The deceased wag a brother of the late Mrs. D. Johns of town. K. G. CLARK Phone 13r3 Traquair’s Hardware Dislocates and Fractures Elbow Kenneth Preszcator, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Preszcator, of Step­ hen, fell front a ladder at Shapton's school Wednesday of last week at noon and in falling on some old shingles he fractttred and dislocated his arm at the elbow. The fracture was reduced by Dr. Dunlop. On the evening of Thankgiving Day, October 24th, there will be a Fowl Supper and Entertainment in the United Church, Elimville. Ah orchestra from Colborne United Church, London with assisting ar­ tists will be a feature of the pro­ gram. Look for full particulars in the paper next week. MRS. JAMES BEER DIES As we go to press we learn of the death >of Mrs. James Beer at the home of her son, Mr. W. J. Beer in town. Mrs. Beer was in her her 88th year. Full particulars will be given next week. Building New Home Mr. Chester Lee, who recently moved to Exeter from Lucknow and who has opened up a lunch room in the store Of Mrs. E. Willis, hag pur­ chased a lot on the corner of Wil­ liam and Victoria streets and is pre­ paring to erect a new residence. Workmen are now yxcavatlng for the cellar. Moving to Town Mr, and Mrs. George Earl, of Zion, who recently purchased the resi­ dence of Mr. H. W. Doerr, on Main St., are moving to Exeter this week, We welcome them tO' our midst. 25c, will pay for the Times-Advo- cate to new subscribers until the New Year. 'Communion and Reception Service Communiion service was observed in Main St. United church on Sunday morning with a splendid congrega­ tion present. A baptismal service was also observed when Patricia Ann daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Hop­ per and Robert Adelbert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Gardiner, were bap­ tised. A beautiful baptismal ser­ vice bowl the gift of Mrs. W. T. Goodison in memory of her parents, Mr. and Mrs, David Johns, was used for the first time. At the reception service eleven now members were received, two on profession of faith and nine by letter. I HARVEST HOME SERVICES Harvest Home services under the auspices -of the Women’s Asociation were held in James St. United Church on Sunday. The pulpit ros­ trum was beautifully decorated with autumn flowers and plants. The pastor, Rev. Mr. Page, had charge of the services. A men’s choir led the service of song and sang a sel­ ection at both services. A special feature of the services was the sing­ ing df Master Roy Allison, of Lon­ don, (11-year-old gold medalist at the recent Canadian National Ex­ hibition. He sang very sweetly and his singing delighted the congrega- lons. Roy also sang at the Sun­ day School in the afternoon. He was accompanied to Exeter by his mother. Large congregations were present for both services and the sermons by the minister were much appreciated. A number of young men acted as ushers and collectors. NO LUCK The drillers for the International Water Supply Co., .who have been operating on the farm of Mr. Arthur Rundle, Thames Road, have sunk a test-hole to a depth of 107 feet. A fair supply of water was located but as it was not sufficient for the sup­ ply needed for the town it has been abandoned. The drillers have gone to Tillsonburg for a few days and the Public Utilities Commission are now looking for a new location to sink another test hole. Balloting in Progress Balloting is ‘now’ Tn progress throughout Western Ontario by the bean growers under the Natural Pro­ ducts Marketing Act and the result of the ballot will determine whether the Bean Growers organization will continue to function. The balloLclos- es October 12. Ballots may be secur- from the postoffice or from the R. Couriers. ed R. Mission Band Rally Saturday afternoon Caven Mr. Wm. Code, who has been ill at his home, to again able to be out. Messrs. Cecil Stewart, Ed. Ward and Murray Moore, who have been confined to their beds for nearly a month with typhoid fever, are slow­ ly improving. FINE CONCERT The Cheerio Concert Co., of St. Thomas put on a splendid concert in James Street church on Tuesday ev­ ening, under the auspices of the W. A. Rev. Mt. Page introduced the company who rendered a varied and most entertaining program. Mr. Haal, with his vibroharp played numerous selections which the large audience thoroughly and for two numbers the soprano- soloist, tyre on the vibroharp, tenor soloist and manager company, Mrs. Robertson appreciated accompanied Mrs. J - Mr. Macln- Medyln, of the reader and Mrs. Shively, Scottish entertain­ er computed the company, giving several numbers each. On Presbyterian church was the meet­ ing place of the annual Mission Band Rally of Huron PresbytefiaL One hundred and fifty joyful child­ ren assembled from Goderich, Bel­ grave, Seaforth, Hensall and Exeter, Each band contributed two numbers and a most inspiring address was delivered by Rev. H. C. Feast, of Seaforth. Junior member certifi­ cates and seals were presented. A- mong these was the final seal to little Ruth Young, daughter of Rev. W. A. and Mrs. Young, of Hensall, qualifying her as. life membet in the W.M.S. The Rally was ably presided over by Mrs. Merton Reid, of Seaforth, who is Presbytorial Mission Band secretary. Refresh­ ments were served.