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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1937-01-28, Page 1ESTABLISHED 1873 EXETER, ONT,, THURSDAY MORNING, JANUARY 28th, 1937 Sixty-Third Year I •••NEW WALLPAPER ••• 1< The new Spring Wallpapers have arrived. We have a very fine selec­ tion of both plain and floral designs to suit any room. We invite you to come in and look over our range of papers. We have both cheap and higher grade papers. Also a number of room lots at very low prices. Bargains in Men’s Overcoats Do you need a new Overcoat? We are giving some real bargains for cash. High grade Overcoats reduced to $15.00 each. Others at $10.00 to $13.00. MAY AND SOUTHCOTT elected TO COUNCIL Messrs. F. A. May and H. O. So.uthcott were elected on Monday to fill the two vacant seats on the municipal council. At the regular nomination meeting the last Mon­ day in December only two members qualified and a second nomination was required. At the nomination four names were proposed and as all qualified an election was •necessary. The/ vote polled Mon­ day was fairly, large considering the treacherous condition of the streets in getting to the polls. /Several Horsehide Leather Coats—Fur Collars Men’s $15.00 quality, with Fur Collars, reduced to $12.00; with leather collars at $11.00; Horse-Hide Windbreakers regular $10.00 for $7.95; with Zippers regular $11.00 at $8.50. The total number of voters quali­ fied for a municipal election are 1,045. cars were out to brin?j in the vot- ers. The results were as flollows: Poll 1 2 3 4 Coultis ....... 75 76 '66 23—240 Jones ........ 65 54 •44 15--178 May ......... 11'4 151 122 27--414 Southcott .... 99 125 109 2'8--361 Men’s Fine Shirts on Sale About six dozen Men’s Fine Shirts, Arrow and Forsyth makes, new patterns with fused collars attached, 14 1-2 to 16 1-2, our regular $1.95 lines on sale this week at $1.59 each. ' •Five dozen Men’s Fine Shirts including plain white and figured patterns, sizes 14 1-2 to 16 1-2, soft collars attached, our regular $1.00 Shirts on sale at 79c. each. Men’s Heavy Work Shirts on Sale at 98c each Men’s Heavy Work Shirts, Flannelette and doeskin values up to $1.35 each, sizes 14 1-2 to 17 1-2 on sale this week sit 98c. each. Men’s Lined Capeskin Gloves, brown, grey and black, values up to $1.50 on sale at 98c. a pair. Men’s Regular $1.00 Ties—69c. each 2 for $1.35. Men’s Ties regular 59c.—on sale 39c. or 2 for 75c. PRINTS 17C YARD Eight webs Prints, new patterns 36 in. wide on sale at 17c. per yard. BURIED IN EXETER The funeral of the late Horace Hanwood a native of Exeter, took place from the Exeter depot Monday morning for interment in the Exe­ ter .cemetery.. Mr. Harwood died in Toronto Saturday aged 77 years. He had been in poor health for the past couple of years. The deceased was a son of the late Mrs. James Pickard. His early life was spent in Exeter and for a number of years he Was a clerk in the general store of Samwell & Pickard. For a great many years ihe resided in New York returning to Toronto a few years ago inhere his only brother, Mr. E'. Har­ wood resides. The remains were ac­ companied to Exeter on Monday by Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Wylie, of Tor­ onto, Mrs. Wylie being a niece of the deceased. Mr. Ed. Harwood has not been in the best of health and was unable to be present. The ser­ vice at the cemetery was conducted by Rev. A. Page. The bearers were Messrs. Wm. May, W. W. Taman, N. Sheere, C. V. Pickard, R. Dinney and J. M. Soubhicott. KIRKTON FAIR BOARD The annual meeting of the Kirk­ ton Agricultural /Society was held in the Kirkton Hall .on Tuesday, after­ noon cf last week. There was a fair attendance. 'The president, Mr, W. L. Switzer occupied the chair. Th© report of the secretary-treasurer showed a balance on hand of $303. It was decided that at the next fair the poultry should be brought in on the second day instead of the first •day as formerly. /Setting of a date fo,r the fair was held over until the next meeting of the Board. The fol­ lowing is a list of the officers elect­ ed for this year: President, T. A. Wiseman-; 1st Vi'ce-President, S. J. Pym; 2nd Vice-President, John Berry; Directors, John Morphet, Ray Mills, Newton Clark, Chas. Paul, J. Stephen, D. Go/ulding, Oliver IMc- 'Curdy, T. A. Crago, Hugh Berry, J, H. Robinson, Jno. Roger, R. E. Doupe, Wm. Urquhart, M. Hooper, A. Rundle, Gleason Gill, R, N. Spence, John Duncan, W. L. Sweitzer, Ray Fletcher, Dr. Jose, R. N. Shier. Hon. Directors, F. G. Sanderson, M.P.; J. Ballantyne, M.L.A.; W. H. Golding,. M. P.; W. A. Dickson, M.L.A.; Dr. C. A. Campbell, John Cole-; Auditors, Nesbitt Russell, Alvin Crago. Com­ mittee ofi Management, T. A. Wise­ man, S. J. Pym, John Berry, James j /Stephen, Jas. H. Robinson and the secretary. At a subsequent meet­ ing of the new Board Amos Dou/pe was re-elected secretary treasurer. The president and secretary, were appointed to attend the annual con­ vention in Toronto. FRIDAY, JANUARY 29th The Women’s Association of the Centralia United Church will hold a HAM SUPPER followed by a one-act play by Crediton players Admission 35c. and 25c. IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE Twenty dollars that was found on Main 'Street and was advertised in the Times-Advocate last week has been returned to its owner, The money was found by Stanley Smith and has been returned to its owner, H. S. Wein, o/f Dashwood. The boy’s coat advertised as lost last week was found by Mr. Alex Neeb, Ste­ phen, and returned to its owner. We had an inquiry for the collie pup and1 seyeral enquiries for the hogs. APPOINTED SECRETARY Mm. E. C. Harvey has been ap­ pointed secretary-treasurer for the Exeter Horticultural .Society and Mr. Gibbs Yelland has been selected to make a canvass of the town for membership. The society, during past years has done a splendid work in Exeter and are to be congratu­ lated on securing the services of these two men for the -present year. The membership fee is one dollar. Join the society and lend your sup­ port in beautifying Exeter. SEE OUR LARGE COMFORTER BATTING 72 BY 90 INCHES AT 50c. A ROLL. Special Values for Thursday, Friday, Saturday ‘ Aylmer Canned Peaches......... per tin Aylmer Golden Bantam Corn ... 2 tins k Aylmer Pie Cherries 12 oz tin 2 tins > Aylmer Catsup ..................... per bottle 16c. 21c. 23c. 13c. Wheat Puffs, new large package.........10c. Huron Toilet Paper ......... 10 rolls 25c. Bulk Soap Chips.............................3' lbs. 25c. Chase & Sanborn Coffee...........per lb. 36c. pho.. 32 Jones & May Phone 32 I FORMER RESIDENT DIES Word has been received from Pontiac, Mich., of the death of a former resident of Exeter in the «uson of Mr. L. D. Vincent at the age- of 74 years. Mr. Vincent suf­ fered a paralytic stroke about two weeks previous to his death from which he failed1 to rally. The dec­ eased for over 25 years was a resi­ dent of Exeter and followed the in­ surance business. For the past twelve years he has been a resident of Pontiac. He is survived by his bereaved widow and four children, Marvin, of Windsor; Mrs. S. D. Gafford, of Forboro, Mass., U.S.A., and' Florence and Ethel of Pontiac, Mich. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. John McFarlane, Otter­ ville, Ont., and twio- brothers, Mal­ colm, of Detroit, and; James, of Peterbo.ro. Interment took place PRESENTATION Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Dundas, of •Clandeboye, were guests of honor at a dance in the Mooresville Hall, Tuesday evening of last week, fol­ lowing their recent marriage. Dur­ ing the course of the evening Mr. and Mrs. Dundas were presented with a handsome studio coujch and an occasional chair. The address was read by Mr. James Conlin and the presentations made by H. Thomp­ son, Harry Neil, D. De Fraise. Mrs. Dundas w'as formerly Miss Monroe, of Dutton, who for a number of years taught school at Olandeboye. They will reside on the 2nd con. of McGillivray. The evening was .pleas­ antly spent in dancing, the music for which was provided by- Messrs. Rd. Neil, D. Dowie, Steve Diundas and Neil McGuire. There was a large attendance and all report a very good time. • , IN FLOODED AREA /Mrs1. Wm. J. Smith, of town, is concerned for the safety of her mother, Mrs. C. L. Tro-ute, who re­ sides in the floowed area at Ripley. Ohio. Mrs. .Troute lives about a mile from the Ohio river which has risen to the -highest level in history and has rendered over a half a mil­ lion .people homeless. Commlunica- tion has been cut off and a telegram sent from Exeter was not able to be delivered. The flood -which has caused considerable damage in the city of Cincinnati and neighboring cities and towns threatens the whole Mississippi Valley to the south. It is the worst flood disaster in the history of the United States. Feed Purina, Layena or Lay Chow FOR TOP PREMIUMS IN HATCHABILITY NEVER BELOW 70 per cent. AND UP TO 90 per cent. Salt................... 50c. per cwt. 40 per cent. Hen Concentrate Labrador Shell 75c. per cwt. ’ $3.50 per cwt. Hog Concentrate $3.00 cwt. DR. ROE’S 19 per cent. EGG MASH...............$2.55 per cwt. 10 Outstanding Reasons why you Should Use Neptolac 1. Nep to-Lac can be used for inside or outside use. 2. Nepto-Lac leaves no brush marks and is as smooth as porcelain. 3. Nepto-Lac dries dust free in 2 to 3 hours and hard in from 4 to 6 hours. 4. Nepto-Lac requires no special undercoating. 5. Nepto-Lac requires no special thinners and may be thin­ ned when necessary with Turpentine. 6. Nepto-Lac has no objectionable odor. 7. Nepto-Lac is easy to apply and can be brushed back and forth as frequently as necessary. 8. Nepto-Lac hides unusually well in one coat. 9. Nepto-Lac is very economical. It spreads 650 to 750 square feet per gallon. 10. Nepto-Lac is waterproof—tough—durable and heat re­ sisting. ■■■■ KENO ■■■■ In the Club Rooms of the Canadian Legion THURSDAY, JANUARY 28th in the Peny Mount Park Cemetery at Pontiac. VESTRY MEETING Traquair’s Hardware EXCEPTION/1LLY MILD WINTER A light fall of snow visited this section, the latter part of the week. In other years this would not be news at this season of the year but owing, to the fact that we have been enjoying a mild January with> little /or no snow and with diust flying on the roads, a snow-fall now is worth reporting. Last year old timers were saying about this time when roads were blocked with snow that it whs the hardest winter for many a year and this year they are saying quite the reverse. CONTRIBUTED 'The candidates in the election ,on Monday received votes varying in­ versely with) the square of; the amount of talk handed out on the street. MATHEMjATlCIAN Mr. Rod Ellis, who has been liv­ ing on Andrew! street in the .resi­ dence recently purchased by Mr. Joshua Johns, of Eimville, has rented the residence of M.r. Chas. Upshall on catling street. Mr. Johns expects to move to Exeter early in Match, at 8.30 p.m. 15 rounds 2 prizes each round Door Prize Admission 25c. The regular meeting* of the Can­ adian Legion will be held in their rooms on Friday, January 2|9th at 8:30 p.m. All1 members are irequest- to attend. LOCAL TALENT TO STAGE “IT’S A KNOCKOUT” Staged by the Exeter Concert Band >On Monday and Tuesday, 'Febru­ ary 1st and 2nd, the Exeter Concert Band is presenting on the stage of the Leavitt Theatre that famous musical comedy success, "It’s a Knockout.” About 10h prominent local people are taking part. Re- hersals are well .under way and E. Rosslyn Pearen, Director flor the John B. Rogers Producing Company says, "The cast,, and dance choruses are progressing very favorably, it should1 be .one of the best entertain­ ments ever produced here.” Entitled “It’S a Knockout,” the music, humor and drama are com­ bined in a collection of songs, dance routines and choruses as well as bright and sprightly dialogue in such a way as to justify the term of the title applied. See elsewhere In this paper .for cast comments and watch E. R. Hopper’s window on Saturday nite beginning at 8 o’clock. See the pretty costumes and attrac­ tive young .ladies who are taking part in the production. /flie show is being presented oil Monday and Tuesday evenings only With a preview on Monday afternoon at 4.15 flor • all children up to 15 years of age, the admission for the matinee is 10c. The annual vestry meeting of the Trivitt Memorial1 church was held in the parish hall Monday evening, January 18th. Officers elected were as follows: L. Day, Vestry Clerk; Rector’s Warden, Fred El- lerington; People’s Warden, Dan’l Dew; sidesmen, L. E. Day, Walter Matthews, Will Ellerington, Alvin Cornish, Oren Winer, Ed. Ward; select vestry, W. E. Middleton, C. Tanton, M. W. Pfaff, J. Triebner, Jas. Stanlake, P. Dunsford, W. Winer; lay delegates to- synod, W. E. Middleton and M. W. Pfaff, sub­ stitutes, C. Tanton and W. Cunning­ ham; auditors, J. W. Morley, N. J. Dore; collectors, W. Cunningham N. J. Dore. SILVER WEDDING Mr. and Mrs. George W. Law'son on Monday evening celebrated their silver wedding anniversary when thity-five relatives and friends- were entertained to six o’clock dinner and a social evening. Among the guests present was Rev. Robt. Hi|cks, of London, who officiated at the mar­ riage ceremony January 24fh, 1912. Mr. Lawson was united in marriage With Miss Jennie Yearley, daughter of the late Mm. and Mrs. Wm. Year- ley, at the home of the bride’s par­ ents, west of Crediton. The brides­ maid, Miss Annie Yearley, and the groomsman, Mr. Albert Keys, now Mr. and Mrs. Albert -Keys, were among the guests. Following a very sumptuous dinner/ music and singing was enjoyed followed by progressive euchre. The prize winners were: A. Keyes, Eli Lawson, Hy. Yearley, Mrs. Wm. Martyn and Wm. Mawhin- ney. Mr. and Mrs. Lawson were presented with some beautiful gifts in silverware. Mr. Lawson, is the genial and accommodating manager of the Bell Telephone Co., in Exeter, and the many friends of both Mr. and Mrs Lawson will unite w.ith the Times-Advocate in extending con­ gratulations and' best wishes for many more years of health and hap­ piness. DIED IN EXETER Mrs. Sanahi Hutchinson, wlhio on Oc­ tober 15 th fell and fractured her hip, died on Thursday of last week. Mrs. Hutchinson came to Exeter from the West early in the spring to care for her sister Mrs. F. Gill, who was suffering from a fractured' hip. Mrs. Hutchinson was preparing to ret-uim to iher home wihen she suf­ fered a similiar accident to that of her sister. Her maiden name was Sarah Wilcox. Her early life was spent in Exeter. On Saturday last a funeral service was conducted at Mr. E. R. Hopper’s funeral' parlor by Rev. A. Page and the remains were shipped! to Vagerville, Alta., tor interment. LONDON SKATING CLUB TO VISIT EXETER The Exeter rink committee have been fortunate in receiving from the London Skating Club an accep- tace of their invitation to put on a skating carnival in the ne-w rink.. The date of their visit will be Fri­ day, February 12th. This will be a rare treat of colorful1 costumes and fancy skating. 'The skating carnival by the London Skating Club is one of the big events of the winter sea­ son in London and Exeter is fortun­ ate in securing a visit from them. Have you -renewed your subscrip­ tion. Two weeks from Saturday the draw for prizes will be made. ANNUAL MEETING ■Main Street United church held its annual congregational meeting Wednesday evening, January 20th, following an excellent meat pie sup­ per served by the women of the con­ gregation. Good reports were given by the different organizations of the church and the statements of the church treasurers show a very good finan­ cial standing and a loyal support of the church funds by its members. The election of officers resulted as follows: To the session for three years, W. G. Medd, C. E. Aidworth, Geo. Jaques and Andrew Campbell. To the Board of .Stewards for three years, W. A. Balkwill, Jesso Elston, B. W. T'uckey, B. M. Francis and Chas. Johns; one year, George Earl. To the Board of Trustees, M. Quance W. C. Pearce, W. J. Beer and S. Ross. A pleasant and unique surprise came to the meeting in the presen­ tation of an autograph quilt to Mr. and Mrs. Elliott by Miss J. S. Mur­ ray, of Hensall and recently of Main Street Church where She gave splen­ did help in both local and mission­ ary enterprises* Mr, Elliott expres­ sed his appreciation in receiving this beautifiul gift, THE LATE MRS. OKE The death took place in Exeter on Saturday oif Eliz-abeth Roselia Shute widow of the late Thomas oke, in her 77th year. Mrs. Oke had been ill for some time suffering from the effects of a stroke. She was born in Usborne Township and for many years resided in London. Since the death of Mr. Oke, Mrs. Oke resided in Windsor with her only surviving sister, Mrs. Balman. For the past three years she has made her home with her nielce, Mrs. Garnet Flyin-n, The funeral was held Tuesday after­ noon, a pirivate service being held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Flynn fol­ lowed by a service in the Trivitt Memorial church, conducted by Rev. Mr. Hunt. The choir assisted with the singing. Interment took place in the Exeter cemetery. Among those from a distance who attended the funeral were Mrs. Balman and son Thos., of Windsor; Mr. Chas. Shute, Mr, and Mrs. A. Evans, Mirs. L. Billings, Mrs. Nethercot-t and Mrs. E. palmer Edwards, of London; Mrs. Knox, of Toronto and Mrs. Mc- Tavish, of Detroit. The bearers were Messrs. T. Balman, Chas, and Heber Shute, Adolphus Evans, Gar­ net Flynn and Verne Pincombe, Ladies Interested in badminton are requested, to meet at the gyih- nasium Thursday afternoon from 3 to 6. “WHO SAID QUIT” A COMEDY IN THREE ACPCS To be presented by the Grand Bend Y. P. U. on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5th, 1937 MAIN ST. UNITED CHURCH, at 8 p.m. Caste of Characters Dr. John Woodford, (Jack/) Dou­ glas Gill; Caroline Woodford, his aunt, Marjorie Patterson; Henry Masson, an unsentimental neighbor, Alex Hamilton; Kate Brent, a sen­ timental neighbor, Janet Turnbull; Mrs. Elizabeth Rossiter, a social climber, Mrs. Clara Manors; Selena Rossiter, (Sunnie) her daughter, Enid Holt; Lambert Holmes, of the Wintonbury Hospital Board, Ed­ mond Hendrick; Eldridge Scoville, of the Scoville estates, Sherwood Dewey; Claire Ardsley, an actress, Phyllis Gill; Fritz Gottleib, a wid­ ower, Johnston Patterson, Synopsis Act 1-—Dr. Woodford’s .office in the Woodford home, A morning in July. Act 2-—The same, A morning in August. Act 3“Scene 1, the same. An ev­ ening In September. Scene 2, the same. Several1 hours later. Admission: 25 and 15c.