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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1936-11-05, Page 3THE EXETER TIMES.ADVOCATE SO YEARS AGO November 4th, 1886 Warden Ratz and his genial de puty Jor Stephen, Harry Either, have returned this week after a two week’s hunting trip in Muskoka, They got about a dozen deer bring­ ing home a couple of heads with magnificent antlers. __ The contract for the conveyance' votions led by Rev. Wm. Mair, pas- •of Her Majesty’s Mails from the tor ,of the convention church, choos- Exeter P.O. to depot and to Hay post' • ........................ ....... 'Oiffice has been awarded to Mr, Charles Snell, who has carried it for the past several years. A street lamp on Main street ex­ ploded Thursday night. By the redu- lous efforts oj a number who were passing at the .time the post was saved. Mr. Wm. Bawden left on Monday for the Qld Country; he takes with him a Quantity af apples which were puwYiased in the vicinity of Goderich The annual plowing match under the auspices of the Usborne & Hib­ bert plowing Association was held on Thursday on the farm of Mr. Gar­ diner, half mile east of Farquhar. The (following is the prize list: Jas. Millar, James Hogarth, Wm. Delan­ ey 1st class men; James Rivers, W. II. Welsh, 2nd class with wooden plows, Wm. Towers; Boys under 16, John Taylor, Geo. I-Iunter, Daniel Allison, John Venner; boys under 16 Robert McFarlane, Jas. Campbell, Judges, Wm. Darling, Dublin, Thos. Steele, Downie and Geo. Cook, Gran­ ton. The officers for the coming year are: Pres., James Millar; Vice- Pres., T. M. Kay; Secretary, James JBallantne; Treasurer, John Carmi­ chael; Directors James Norris, Wm. Delaney, James Bell, Thos. Camer­ on, Leo. Hunter and W. Monteith. Mr. Wanless, of Varna, has been appointed police magistrate for the south riding of Huron and enters on his new’ duties at once. Mr. R. Anderson, Stephen, showed us a white onion which measured 14 1-2 by 15 1-2 inches and weigh­ ed 1 pound, 8 ozs. Ferguson-Anderson- In Usborne on the 3rd iust., at the residence ot the bride’s mother, by the Rev. Col­ in Fletcher, Miss Ann Anderson, to Mr. George Ferguson, all of Usborne The annual convention Stephen, Exeter and. Usborne branch of the Religious Education . Association was held in the Thames Road United Church on Friday, Oc­ tober 30th. The afternoon session was opened I with a fifteen minute period of de- to her a ti­ the after­ Child to she point- 25 YEARS AGO November 2, 1911 Messrs. Will Birney and Gordon Sanders left this week to attend Chatham Business College. Mr. Geiald Hurdon returned last v,aek from Buffalo after having at- ^tpgjfcd the wedding of his brother \'-fl^Dyer Hurdon. Mis.s" Erie Quackenbush, teacher near Chathamvand Mr. and Mrs. J. Bennett, of Ridgetown, were the guests of Di’. and Mrs. Quacken­ bush over Thanksgiving. Mr. P. F. Boyle, of London and Mooney Gibson, of London, visited Mr. T. Boyle here on Friday last. Mooney is the 'world’s greatest base ball catcher and was quite an inter­ esting person while in town. Mr. Alt Wilcox, formerly, Exeter, who has been working the barber business in Detroit left for Los Angeles, Calif. Mr. J. G. Smallacombe Sr., was in Stratford over Thanksgiving. He was accompanied home by his granddau­ ghter Miss Maud. Kelly, who will vis­ it for several weeks. Mr. C. L. Nixon, of Parklull, after working for about two weeks in the freight department at the Exeter de­ pot jumped the job last week. His place has been taken by W. J. Mc­ Allister, o.f Dutton. Mr. Roy Drew, of Toronto, visit­ ed Mr. and Mrs. iS. Fitton over the holiday. . . • Miss Gertie Dempsey and Misses Grace and Ethel Bullock, of Toron­ to, visited at the home of Mr. John Essery at Eden over Thanksgiving. Miss Ellen Brown returned to De­ troit, Tuesday after spending the past month with her mother here. Mr. B. W. F. Beavers has pur­ chased the gents’ furnishing busi­ ness of Mr. iS. G. Bawden. ing as the basis of his remarks the parable of the vine taken' from the Gospel of John. Warm words of welcome to the visitors were ex­ tended by the pastor in the name of the people of Thames Road, Mr. Cecil .Skinner, president of the Association for the past two years then took charge of the proceedings. Ho expressed his delight at the fine representation despite the some­ what inclement weather. Comment­ ing on an article printed some time ago in a leading church paper which stated that the Sunday School has become more of a liability than an asset. Mr. Skinner pointed out that the churches can thank this organi­ zation for 87 per cent, of their mem­ bers and often over 30 per cent, of their missionary abligations. i Minutes of last year’s gathering and a review of the work carried on by the schools during the past year was presented by the secretary, the report being adopted. Rev. Harold Swann, Missionary .on furlough from Trinidad, whom we were fortunate enough to secure for the first address of 'the afternoon, more or less startled his audience by the announcing of his subject: “Gambling.” He stated that Sun­ day School workers of today are the greatest gamblers in the world. They invest time, energy, money, sometimes life itself in the building of a new world. Relating it very definitely to our work here, he spoke- of the work in Trinidad, the difficulties encounter­ ed by the Missionary as he strives to lift the moral standard of home, social and spiritual life.. Character sketches of individuals work there in one schools illustrating defeat, held the bound. He closed that we. gamble everything in the game of bringing the world to God. We have a glorious opportunity and a certain reward. Miss Nellie Lewis, secretary at the. office of the O.R.E.C. came as a representative of this organiza­ tion. By her winsome personality, and pertinent timely addresses she qunkly endeared herself dience. Her address in noon was “Helping the Know ‘God.” First of all ed out why the child's conception of God should be just as anxiously car­ ed for as were his material ne.eds, food, clothing and slicltei, Too of­ ten the-child deduces from our at­ titudes the thought that God is a magi.;ian, or a tyrant, or a means of securing their own way. Jesus came to show God as a loving Father and this is the thought we need to give to our boys and girls. Miss Lewis from her own rich store of exper­ ience in working with children up to '", presented exper- experience illustrating points. Following this speaker conducted a.i where, various questions Sunday School work twelve years old, ience after her vaiious address the open forum relating to were discussed. An excellent supper was served in the basement of the church by the ladies of the Thames Road church. During the fellowship hour follow­ ing Rev. S. R. Johnston, of Lucan, delighted the guests with his pres­ entation of the subject “The Minis­ try of Humour.’’ The evening session was opened with a song service led by Rev. A. E. Elliott, of Exeter, the worship per­ iod following being conducted by Rev. H. E. Roppell, of Dashwood. Cordial thanks are extended to the Main St. quartette who favour­ ed with several excellent selections. Reports from tlrej various mittees ed, the senting church, tee,, etc., also a recommendation for greater temperance zeal. It was de­ cided to hold the convention of 193 7 in the Dashwood Evangelical church the invitation being graciously pre­ sented by their superintendent, Mr. Ezra Bender and gladly accepted. At an executive meeting following the evening service the secretary was appointed to represent the as­ sociation at the provincial conven­ tion held in Toronto, November 2 6 and 27th. Their installation of officers’ ser­ vice was ably conducted by Rev. J. W. Penrose of Elimville, Miss Lewis’ evening address was centred on the “Sunday School Teacher.” As in her former address with interesting sketches from her own activities she showed that a teacher should attend church ser­ vices in a reverent manner, be deli- gent in private devotions, Bible reading, etc., have throughtfully pre­ pared lessons, and above all a real and abiding love for and interest .in the pupils in the class. . The 'Centralia Young People very beautifully and fittingly climaxed the convention with their presenta­ tion of the Bibical drama “The Prodical Comes Home. Officers for the ensuing year are: President, Horace Delbridge; Vice- President, Edmund Hendrick; Sec- Finkbeiner. Children’s, Mrs. Mit- Jack Mbs, Wil- Il en- Rev, J. B. retary-Treasurer, Ruby Department 'Leaders: Mrs. T. O. Southcott; Elton Curts; Boys' Mr, chell; Young People's, Galloway; Adult and Home, Nelson Hunkin; Temperance, bert Stanley; Missionary, Ezra der; Teacher Training, Moore. Girls’, Clifton Mr. pro- two two size T" HOME IM 15 YEARS AGO THURSDAY, NOVEMBER "" "1 j . ..................■■urn. 1 II, ................................. ..................................... <1 OVEMENT Under the new provisions in respect to the Dominion Housing Act The Bank of Montreal is co-operating in Hie plan announced by the Dominion Government for assisting home owners who wish co renovate, modernize or other­ wise improve their homes, and it is now prepared to make loans to property owners under Hie new provisions of the Dominion Housing Act. Briefly, the provisions regarding home improvement loans are: » »Avery Celebrates Anni- Avery, the oldest per- Exeter Branch: W. H. MOISE, Manager whereRenew Now! com- were brought in and adopt- resol'utions committee pre­ resolutions of thanks to executive, program commit- ESTABLISHED 1817 • - • HEAD OFFICE, MONTREAL from his of the mission both victory and audience spell- with the plea FORMER WOODHAM LADY MARKS 1OSKJ) BIRTHDAY BUY NOW AND SAVE Come in and look around A few of our bargains are listed an MIST PUZZLES ONLOOKERS Three Exeter residents observed a •phenomenon near the stanlake perty on the Lake Road about milesxwest of Exeter, From pieces of ground each about the of a city block and some distances apart a mist seemed to arise to a height of several feet. The mist in each case lasted about five minutes. The displays did not take place at the shme time. Mrs. Richard versary Mrs. Mary son in Mitchell and in this district on (Sunday celebrated her 103rd birthday. Mrs. Avery, who is get­ ting quite feeble and who is in bed most of the time, is keeping fairly well. She accounts her great age to “good victuals.” • Mrs. Avery, whose maiden name was Miss Mary Jeffery, was a dau­ ghter of William and Mary Jeffery, who came to Canada from England in 185 3. In 1856 she married the late Richard Avery, who was also a native of Devonshire, Eng. They had seven children, five sons and two daughters, five of whom are still living, Francis, Austin, Man.; Edward, St. Thomas; John Weston; Mrs. E. Edwards, Mitchell and Miss Jennie Avery, who lives with her mother. There are 17 grandchilden and 10 great-grandc'hildren. Richard Avery died in 1883 and shortly after his death, Mrs. Averj’ left the farm in Woodham and moved to Mitchell to live. •Maximum loan on one property — $2,000. •Discount—Charge equal to $3.25 per $100. of the face value of the note, for one year, pay­ able in advance. Repayment by monthly instal­ ments. • Loans to be used solely for improving and repairing existing property, and not for build­ ing on vacant land. Improvements include all such work as new plumbing, remodelling of rooms, installation of furnace, painting, roofing, etc. Fixtures, which are not removable attach­ ments or appliances, are considered improve­ ments, •No endorsers are required. • Loans made to owners only. Properties on which loans may be made include: private homes, duplexes, small apartment houses, farm­ houses and combination store and dwelling houses. • Standing of taxes, mortgage payments, etc., to be acceptable to the lending institution. If you wish to obtain funds to repair, improve modernize your property, we would be very glad have you call and discuss your requirements with us. BANK OF MONTREAL At Our Removal We must clear our present stock of up-to-date furniture before we move to our new stor We are giving discounts from 10 to 40 per cent, off regular pric We deliver any where. ■MBBWBBBBBSigsnBBBBBBBKBBBBBBBMBBBnBBi November 3rd, 1921 Word was received from the Civil Service at Ottawa on Tuesday that Mr. Milton Pfeiff, a returned soldier has received the appointment of post master for Exeter, succeeding the late Wm. J. Russell. The population for Huron County according to the recent census is 4(6,65'5 a decrease of 6,328 since 1911. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Sanders, of DetrcXt, are holidaying with relatives 7&i TaS&ter. ■ Mr. John Hunter, of town and Mr, iFred Stephens, of Toronto, left this WOek for New Ontario to spend two weeks deer hunting. Mr. and .Mrs. E. Spaekman, Blen­ heim, who have spent the summer at Grand Bend visited the former’s brother Hugh in Exeter on Sunday. Mr. and Ms. J. W. Taylor return­ ed home last week after an extend­ ed trip through the West. A letter appears in this issue from Mr. James Delgaty, of Gilbert Plains Man., giving an account of an auto trip from Calgary to Banff. Miss Sweet has returned home af­ ter a pleasant visit with friends in {London and Tillsonburg. Messrs. Earl Shaptou and Alvin Pvm returned home from the West Table Lamps complete with shade $2.15, $3.50, $4.50, $5.00 and $7.50 Bridge Lamps complete with shade any color. $4.00, $5.50 and $6.50. E Phone 99 Bi BEDROOM FURNITURELAMPS DINING ROOM FURNITURE $129.00 Junior Lamp Complete with shades, any color $6 50, $8.50 and $10.00 b -B Occasional Chairs EXETER We have a large stock of Occasional Chairs to ckddse from, upholstered in many different coldr$ and grades of cover. or To <1 A EAPrices from .................................... 3^*** $19.30 Upholstered with Hilton Mohair, sand & brown. Regular Price $99. 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