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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1937-04-15, Page 7THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE THURSDAY, APRIL *50* 1037 Hay Township Has Interesting History First Organized in 1816 As An Inde­ pendent Municipality. (Huron Expositor) Hay is another of the Lake Range townships of Huron County, and cov­ ers an area of 54,527 acres, of which 2*6,015 acres are improved, says Mac writing recently in the London Free Press In 1879 the assessed value >of real estate in the township was $1,648,- 625; personal property was valued at $28,99 8 divided among a total population of 4,119. A survey of that yeai* shewed that Canada Company still owned 8,0l0|0 acres which was valued at a trifle over $125,000. Tihe quality of the land in Hay Township was excellent near the lake as well as in the eastern part, but a low tract running through Stanley from north to south not only contin­ ued through Hay but deepened in many places into a swamp. Hay was somewhat later in being settled than the surrounding town­ ships but still a few settlers had lo­ cated along the London Road as soon as the township was opened up. It was 1837 or 1838 before any gen­ eral settlement was made even along that road. When William Wilson and family arrived in 1839, there were only the families of the Walsh- es and Bells on the Tuckersmith side and the Cases and a few others who where already settled. The Walshes came immediately after the close of the Papineau re­ bellion. It was the reports which they sent back to Wilson which in­ duced him to come from Cumber­ land Township in Russell County. He had gone to that place when only 19 from Westmeath in Ireland. Coming to Hay Township he had travelled by boat to Hamilton, and thence by the Huron and London Rds. Ot that time there was a hotel at Carrolbrook and another, Hicks— vzhere Mitchell now is. At that' time there was mo- Seaforh, only a sign­ board which poined out the distance to Egmondville. The only horse which Wilson own­ ed was one given to him by his father brought from Cumberland. The only way of getting goods in those days was to go or send to Goderich, although there was one small store at Clinton. At that time there was an odd character called Jack Quick, who us­ ed to drive a stage between London and Goderich. The settlers wou'ld send money with hinr to make small­ purchases. Althougn more often than enough he would spend the money given him by the settlers, he would repay them with that given to him by other settlers along the line. As a result he was always robbing Peter to pay Paul, as it were. Usual­ ly his money went for a spree some­ where. ' He was afterwards killed by a fall and was mourned by all the settlers. Money in those days was scarce and it was with the utmost difficulty that enough could be obtained to pay the taxes. The trade was all by bar­ ter, and for many years it was im­ possible to sell even wheat for cash. iThere has been a certain amount of conflict as to- what be classed as the earliest settlers.All was agreed, however, that John Orsh and his family are entitled to be classified among the first. They settled on lot 28, concession 12, and were the first of* an entire settlement of German families to come to the township. The first organization in Hay, as an independent municipality was ef­ fected in 1846. The first municip­ al meeting was held on January 5, 1846. James Gordon was called to the chair and th& following were elected to- the various offices: Jas. Murray, district councillor; James Gordon, Clerk; William Wilson, col­ lector; Andrew Mini, assessor; An­ drew Ingram, Robert Patterson and James Murray; pathmasters; Robt. Dog, Castor Willis, and John Kelly, wardens; William Elder, pound­ keeper. In 1850 the council was elected by acclamation, composed »o£ James Wilke-, Castor Willis, Robert Bell, William Elder and Roljt. Do-ig. William Elder was chosen the first reeve. Tested Recipes Milk-URvery Day for Everyone Milk and its products are indis- ffensable to the growth -of the child and to the health of the adult. F-or the infant, milk is a perfect food; for the growing child, milk and its products are essential foods; and for adults they are the most important ■foods. The nutritive value .of milk is unique and milk should 'be regarded as the foundation of the diet. Milk is the best all-round food, as it con­ tains more -of the materials essential to growth and health than any -other animal food, Milk furnishes more of the elements for body building and energy producing than any other fond commodity at the same cost. There is no waste—every .ounce of milk bought may be used. Milk may be served in many ways, Milk combines well with many -other foods. Milk preparations require little fuel to cook. Milk may be pur­ chased in different forms. Potato Soup 3 medium potatoes 2 cups boiling water 2 to 3 cups milk 3 slices onion 3 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 14 teaspoons salt % teaspoon celer salt % teaspoon pepper Few grains -cayenne 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Cook potatoes in boiling salt Wa­ ter When soft drain and rub thro' sieve. Measure liquid and -add enough milk to make 4 cup,s. Scald with tihe onion. Remove onion and add liquid slowly to potato pulp. Melt butter, add flour and seasonings. Cook few minutes, stirring constant­ ly. Gradually add potato mixture. Cook 3 minutes. Sprinkle parsley on s-oup before serving. Chocolate Bread Pudding .2 cups stale bread crumbs loi’ small squares bread 2 cups scalded milk 2 squares unsweetened , chocolate or 4 cup cocoa 2-3 cup sugar 2 eggs %. tea-spoon salt i teaspoon vanilla iSoak bread in the scalded milk about half an hour. Melt chocolate over hot water. When using coca mix with sugar. Add sugar and enough milk taken from bread and milk mixture to make it of a consistency to pour. Pour into- bread and milk. Add salt, vanilla and well beaten eggs. Turn into buttered baking dish, or individual dishes. Put dish ,in pan of water and bake about -one h-cur at 350 degress F.• ✓ Ham a la King 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup mushrooms . 1 tablespoon green papper, chopped 4 tablespoons flour 4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon celery salt Few grains cayenne 2 cups milk 2 cups cooked ham, c-ubed 1 tablespoon parsley, chop­ ped 1 tablespoon pimiento, cut in small pieces. Melt butter, add mushrooms and green- papper. Stir and cook 5 min­ utes. Mix flour and.; seasonings. Add to- first mixture. Cook 5 min­ utes, Add milk slowly. Add iham, parsley and pimiento. Reheat. The -stars Arcturus and Vega are much brighter than -our sun. Vega is 51 times and Arcturus 112 times as bright. A QUIET, WELL CONDUCTED, CONVENIENT, MODERN 100 , ROOM HOTEL—85 WITH BATH WRITE FOR FOLDER TAKE A DE LUXE TAXI f^ROM DEPOT OR WHARF—250 EDITORIAL A return to religion will save the day. The seeding for 1937 amoved'to be somewhat late. On what basis can it be urged that tone man -owes another man a job? Those backyard bonfires delight the small boy and promote good citizenship, * • * ♦ * • The run of maple quality has been good.sap this season has been moderate but the How welcome those tulips? 'Who’ll have the first garden dis­ play of these beauties? ******** 1937 will have some difficulty in having her largest flow of sap on Eastei’ Sunday. Times change. ******** We saw a dozen this year’s heifer-calves in one farmer's stable, all this year’s product of his own herd. ******** Charles W. Ferguson has published a book entitled, "The Art ot Staying at Home.” Where is that art practiced? ******** We have scant respect for Canadian workmen who accept Amer­ ican bounty when good Canadian wages are offered them. ******** And now for the transformation Of the countryside. Is there anything finer than the coming of summer, life and loveliness? ******** The appalling tragedy of the Spanish war goes on. Tyranny never, is more dangerous than when it assumes the form -of seeking liberty. ******** Does the moderate run of sap indicate that there is a small sup­ ply of moisture in the ground? Is there a hint to- the farmer in this ******** Some people are ignoring the principle that it takes two to- make a bargain. The man who buys labour or apples or anything else has something to-say about the price to be paid. ■Observers are reporting that the drought of 1936 took some­ thing out of the soil that makes plant growth somewhat below -par. Let’s hope that their observations are not altogether- in accord with the facts as far as general farming is concerned.' ******** GRAVEL NEEDED Township councils are finding that while road machinery has an important place in road-building, nothing takes the place -of an abundance of gravel. , ******** WELL IMINE! Here’s our pat on the back for Premier Hepburn for his timely warning that -Ontario stands for law and order no matter w'hat the dispute. His timely action has done a great deal to preserve the good name of the Province. ******** DEMORALIZING We overheard a conversation the othei’ morning carried on by some young people. An older person was saying something about t-116 ancient virture -of thrift.. Youth replied: "Not for mine! I take notice that if anyone saves a dollar that the government immed­ iately takes steps to get that dollar fO give it to- the fellow who has spent as he got. I’ll spend as I go and then -oslerization for me when I’m lo-ld -or when I find myself getting old.” This conversation is sympromatic of the times. So much -for a, departure from tihe -old principle of self-help. ******** NOT WANTED Ontario workmen have brains enough and spirit enough and experience enough to run their -own affairs without interference on the part of outside “labour” organizers. The Fenians learned that Canadians were capable of -governing this country. The United States government did not long tolerate the actions -of the Fenians who were attempting to disturb the ways of Canadians. Why should not Americans who interfere with Canadian industry be taken in charge by The United States government? Why should Americans say to Canadian industry: “We’ll interfere with you to- t'he top of our bent and we’ll feed the disturbers of your pease and prosperity.” Why should American labor agitators say to the government -of this Province. "We do not recognize your efforts to keep industry -go- and we’ll feed the disturbers of your peace and prosperity.” Why should Americans be allowed to say to Canadian industrialists, “You must run your affairs according to ;our dictation?” Surely the time has come when such Americans should be taken to the border whence they came and told politely but firmly that the’re- not wanted in Canada. Restless Nights - Pepta Days Take the Joy Out off The potent cause lies in the hurried life wo lead, in the extremo nervous tension and fever heat with which Wo follow in the pursuit of wealth, position and, pleasure. Late hours, want of necessary rest, oxcessivo mental or physical exertion all put a strain on tho hystom it is unable to withstand. No wonder then you pass restloss nights and got up in tho morning with no ambition to go about your daily tasks. Take Milbum’s H. & N. Pills and sec what they will do for you, WHITE TRILLIUM IS ONTARIO’S EMBLEM By the passing of the Floral Em­ blem Bill in the Ontario Parliament on March 22, 1937, the White Tril­ lium botanicftll-y-"inibws as Trillium Grandiflorum, now becomes the le­ gal floral emblem of the province. Ontario has been slow in dealing with the question of a provincial flower emblem, for the Ontario Hor­ ticultural Association has consist­ ently urged consideration of the subject for tho past 20 .years and the efforts of its officers and members have at last been awarded by the legalization of the white trlllium which was adopted at their sugges­ tion. As a matter of fact, no pro­ vince Of Canada has ever shown any great haste in the selection of a floral emblem. In Nova Scotia in 18-25, the question was first mooted, but it was hot until 1901 that the Trailing Arbutus, locally known as the May Flower, was legally adopt­ ed. In the following year Manitoba made official selection of the Wind Flower, and later on Alberta -chose tlie Wild Rose as its flo-ral emblem. The Wild Rose is also the floral badge of Iowa, and the Prairie Wild Rose represents North Dakota. It is also 2i0' years ago that the Ontario Horticultural Association discussed the question of a floral emblem for the Dominion, and, al­ though the initiative of the Associa­ tion le-w to consideraion of the sub­ ject by horticultural societies, uni­ versities and -other institutions through-out the Dominion, no final decision was arrived at. The Maple Leaf has been accepted by the people of Canada without legal ’instrument or public proclamation as their em­ blem and has thus been accorded a fixed place along with the rose, tihe thistle, shamrock and leek -of the peoples of tihe British Isles. The lose is also the floral emblem of New York State, while well-known national emblems appear in the Fleur-de-lis of France; the Linden of Germany; the Amaranth of Swe­ den; the Lotus of Egypt and the Chrysanthemum of Japan. 1 NORTHWARD ON THE PRAIRIES The 'history of Canada includes more than a few mass migrations of her people. Think of the Acadians, the United Empire Loyalists and the pioneers of the Western Provinces. Choice and compulsion both have played theii’ parts in varying de­ grees at different times, and t'he two today have combined in bringing about our broad movement to the North. On the side of choice there is the lure of mineral wealth, but let us look for a moment at those on the Canadian prairies whom the drought has forced to seek homes elsewhere. About 6,000- farms in southern and central sections of the Prairies have been abandoned in the past 5 years. Some 30,000 people must have given up their homes and have started anew, What disappoint­ ments and heartbreaks these figures bespeak. But there is a brighter side to the story, for they have not been broken in* spirit. Most of them must have taken fresh courage and started again in t.he North, for on ,the northern front’er -of Saskatche­ wan alone there have been about 8,00'0 new farms established since 1931. Altogether the more favor­ ed areas -of the three provinces show an increase >of nearly 20)0100 farms in the five years. This many fam­ ilies at least have either started’ farming or started over again. The net increases in the five years after allowing for losses in the south and in the Peace River area, has been about 12,000. So in spite of all hardships the farming industry on the prairies is expand­ ing. Manitoba shows an increase of more than 3,000 farms since 1931, whereas in the preceding five or ten years the increase was less than 1,000. The Dominion Bureau of Statis­ tics has obtained this information from the Prairie province Census of 1936. WRIGHT—E-DLIOTT Edith Cavell, daughter’ of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Eliott, of Blyth, was .united in marriage to Herbert John Wright, son of the late Major Wm. Wright and Mrs. Wright, -of Reading England. The ceremony was held at the home of the bride’s parents at high noon at Saurday, April 3rd and was performed by Rev, Dr. Bur­ nett, of Goderich, DEATH OF ALDEN WHITEMAN Many in Kippen community will be very sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Alden Whiteman, of Long Beach California. Mr. Whiteman was well and favorably known around Kippen having lived in that locality in his early years, and also making many visits to the village in the last num­ ber of years. Mr. Whiteman had been in failing healh for some time He leaves to mourn <his loss his be­ reaved wife, three sisters and two brothers. HAY TWP. AUDITORS’ REPORT The auditor’ report -of the finances of the Township -of Hay has now been issued and is ready for distri­ bution among the) ratepayers, The audit for 1936 was performed by Firstbrook, Monteith & Co., -Char­ tered Accountants, of 'Stratford, and is arranged in various departments and show clearly the standing of the Township, Telephone System, Zur­ ich Village and the Hydro Systems of Zurich and Dashwood. The total assets of the Township including the telephone system and hyrdo system, stands at $-95,266.55 and the capital surplus is $57,117.72. The revenue balance sheet shows a surplus of $3,088.57. The township department shows total assets of $22,782.3i5 and a suprlus of $7,925.00'. The drainage debentures outstanding at end of 1936 amount to $14,857.35. The bal­ ance -of cash on hand for the opera­ tions of 1936 stands at $2,972.92. The Hay Municipal Telephone has total assets of $48,808.70 and a cash, balance on hand of $4,164,50. 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