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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1938-02-24, Page 5THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE THLHSOAY, I’KBKUAJiY 21, 193s HENSALL outDr, Campbell is able to be again after his recent illness, Mr, Thos. Hudson is co-ufined to his home this week through illness. Miss Beryl Drummond was a guest with Woodstock friends on Sunday. Mr. Harold the week-end Market. There will Bonthron visited over with friends at New Kyle is spending a week visiting Zurich Schultz,of pigeon, her sister and family, couple of busy mak- of the vil- and helpful addresses. ■The Euchre and Dance put -On in the Town Hall on Wednesday even­ last under the auspices of the Hen­ sall Chamber of Commerce, proved very popular, over 350 playing at the euchre tables. Valuable prizes were given to the winners who were ladies’ first, Mrs, c. Cochrane, of Kippen, second Mrs. D. Pappel, of Brucefield; men’s first Frank Rath- Iburn, of Hensall, second, A, J-. Sweitzer, of Grand Bend; consola­ tion prizes were won by Mrs. E. Jar- rott and Mr. Thos, Laing. After lunch a very enjoyable dance was held music being furnished by the Murdock orchestra, The Y. P. iS. of the United church held their -regular weekly meeting on Monday evening in the school room of the church with Miss Goldie Cross presiding. The meeting open­ ed by singing hymn 156. The Scrip­ ture lesson was read by Miss Gladys Passmore. Devotional part was giv­ en by Miss Esther Martinee. The minutes were read and business discussed. A piano instrumental was given Iby Elva McQueen. Hymn 155 was sung. 'The topic which was very interesting, was given by Mrs. Filshie on “Some of the Famous Women of the Bible and their De­ votion to Christ.” A guitar selection by Kathryn Drysdale, ing hymn diction a the close Master and Pioneer POULTRY & LIVESTOCK FEED Now Offered For Sale by Eric H. Carscadden BRAY HATCHERY Phone 246 Exeter W. M. S. OF CENTRALIA UNITED CHURCH are holding an OYSTER SUPPER FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25tl| 5.30 to 8 o’clock Followed by a play “The Adventures of Grandpa” by the Y.L.C. and Y.P.U. of James Street United Church, Exeter Admission 35c. and 20c. EVEYBODY WELCOME on GREENWAY DASHWOOD Mrs. Fred Bemgough visiting friends at Sangster, of Tillson- week word Miss be several 'business . changes in the village in the near future, Mrs. Byron few days this relatives, Mrs. Henry Miich., is visiting with Mrs. Samuel Merner. Mr, and Mrs. Tibbutt of Bayfield, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Thos, Wiren. Miss Grace Brock, of London, spent Sunday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brock. Mrs. Geo. Hedden, who suffered a severe heart attack a weeks ago is improving. Mr. Robt. Paterson is ing the 193 8 assessment lage far taxation purposes. Mr. and Mrs. William White, of London, were visitors on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, A. L. Case, Mrs. Thos. parlmer who spent last week visiting with London friends has returned to her home. Mr. Ray Paterson, of Toronto, spent the week-end with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Rolbt. Paterson, Mrs. Brazier accompanied by her son and daughter, were visitors on Sunday with Dr. and Mrs. Steer. Mr. Thos. Welsh has started saw­ ing lumber at the saw mill. He has a ’ large stock of logs to cut this spring. A number of relatives from Hen­ sail attended the funeral of the late Geo. Merner at Dashwood o-n Friday last. Miss Dorothy Kyle and friend, of London spent Sunday here wth Miss Kyle’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Kyle. Mr. and Mrs. James Paterson ac­ companied by spent Sunday Listowel. Miss Minnie burg, spent the week-end here with her parents Mr. and Mrs. James Sangster. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Merner at­ tended the funeral of Mr. Merner’s brother, the late George Merner, at Dashwood, on Friday afternoon. Mr. John Craig is spending a few days at Victoria Hospital, London, this week for treatment. Mr. Craig has 'been, in very poor health for some time. Mrs. Peter Mann’s group of Car­ mel Presbyterian church held a very successful sale of home made cook­ ing in Mr. Sangster’s store on Satur­ day afternoon. A nice sum of money was realized. Mrs. Samuel Merner accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Henry Schultz, of Pigeon, Mich., who- is visiting here ' are spending several days this visiting Zurich relatives. -Friends here, have received from Miss Minnie Reid and Emma Johnston who are spending the winter in Florida. They report beautiful weather and that they are having a very enjoyable time. Quite a number of our citizens are taking advantage of the tax pre-pay­ ment plan recently started in the village. The council are paying 5 per cent, per annum for all 19 3 8 pre-paid taxes turned in. Mr. Lloyd Venner received word on Saturday that Mrs. Venner who has been visiting in Detroit was very ill. Mr. Venner left immediately for Detroit. Mrs. Vernier’s many friends hope for her a speedy recov­ ery. Preparations are being made to ship out the large stocks of onion sets that have been stored here in the warehouses of Steele-Briggs and the Rennie seed firms, of Toronto. The sets have k.ept well and will give a lot of employment for several weeks. Mr. Harry Howard had a bad fall on the icy sidewalks on Thursday morning last. He received a bad cut on the back; of his head and had a severe shaking up. immediate medical taken to his home. ■ stitches to close the now able to be out again. Ai men’s choir of some 20 was a feature at the services United .church on Sunday, morning service Mr, Walter Spencer took the special solo parts in the anthem and Dr. Smillie sang a solo. At the evening service the male choir sang two anthems, The pastor Rev. Arthur Sinclair, preached at both services, giving two interesting He was given attention and It took several wound.He is 1 voices ■ in the At the BWCHICKS Jlete! Bray Chick Hatchery (Fred W. Uray, Limited) Exeter, Rhone 240 lAifter sing- 3 84 and the Mizpah bene- Bible contest was held at of tht meeting. ELIMVILLE Faed Long; of near Atwood, Miss Jean Russell and Mrs. L Watterworth left -on Friday for their home in 'Toronto after attending th© funeral of son, Mrs, R. L, a week with Mrs. R. English, Mr, Newton Hayter and McClinchey spent t-he week-end with friends in Detroit. Mr. .and Mrs. Ge-orge Robertson, of Wheatley, called On Mr. William Whiteside on Sunday and reports that Mrs. Sherritt is getting along nicely. She expects to -return home in the near future. Miss G lady's Stewardson is spend­ ing a few weeks with Mrs. Aimer Webb near Grand Bend. |A bridal party passed through o-wr burg on Saturday evening, Everyone was pleased to see Mrs. Charles Curts out at church again after her recent illnes. the lute Miss M. Wil- Sheppard is her parents spending Mr, and Mr, Fred Dr, W. D, Bryce, L.D.S., D.D.S, DENTAL surgeon * At office iu Hartleib Block, Dash­ wood, first three days of week aud at office over the Post office, in Zu­ rich, last three d^ys of week. DR. W. B. COXON, B.V. Sc. Veterinary Surgeon Phone 96 Zurich, Ont. NOTICE—The bean business of Dashwood is now under new man­ agement, Highest cash prices for beans at all times. Write or phone A. J. Kellerman, Dashwood, phone 37. 2-24-3tp Creaii]Wanted Cream prices are the highest they have been for years. We are paying today CREAM PRICES Special . . . • • • • • -4 42c . . 40c Mr. renewed acquaintances in this vicin­ ity over the week-end. Mr. Bill Johns, who underwent an operation for appendicitis in Victoria Hospital, London, three weeks ago has not sufficiently ^recovered to be able to return home at time of writ­ ing. He has had some complica- cations which have prevented him leaving the hospital, but we are glad to report that it is expected he will be home soon. Tlhe Felbruary meeting of the W. M. S. was held on Wednesday, February 16'th. Mrs. Wes. Horne was hostess. Mrs. Thomas Bell presided and opened with hymn “Blest be the Tie That Binds” followed by prayer by MrL Penrose. Mrs. S. Hunter read the Scripture lesson; Mrs. E. Skinner, Mrs. Jas. Coward and Mrs. Wib. Batten read short prayers. Fourteen members answered roll call, subject, a favo-rite hymn “Crea­ tion’s Lord,” was sung and Mrs. R. D. Hunter read the Devotional Leaf­ let, “The Church in Action in the Nation” with Scripture verses by Mrs. S. Hunter. Mrs. F. Brock gave a temperance reading. Mrs. W. Bat­ ten favored with a piano solo which was much enjoyed. An article “What $100 Did” was read by Mrs. Ben. Williams; “War and Missions in far East” was read by Mrs. R. Batten Minutes were read and adopted and business discussion followed. An in­ vitation from Zion Ladies to all the ladies of this church to attend the “World’s Day of Prayer” service to be held in their church on Marcli 4th is extended to all. Meeting closed with singing “'From Ocean Unto Ocean” and benediction by Mrs. Penrose. The Late Miss Mae Wilson There passed away suddenly on home at respected Miss Mae in failing MT. CARMEL Nonnan Geromette returnedMr. home from London on Friday. Miss Francis Campbell, of Lon­ don, spent the week-end with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Camp­ bell. Misses Mary and Winnifred rissey returned to Detroit day after 'spending a week home here. Miss Marjorie Regan, of was home for the 'week-end. ■Mr. and Mrs. N. Geromette, of London, visited with Mr. and Mrs. D .Geromette for a few days last week. Mrs. Ann Mulligan, of Detroit, is visiting friends here. on at Mor- Sun- their London, ZION Mr. and Mrs. Hector Taylor and Mrs. W. J. Brock, of Exeter, visited in this community on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Hern attended the funeral of the late Mr. K. Rob­ inson of .St. Marys on Monday. The regular community meeting will be held in Zion gchool on Fri­ day night. Mr. Gifford Culbert, of Lucan, has been engaged with Mr. T. Hern for the past two weeks. iChicken pox and measles are vis­ iting the community. Mrs. W. Brock, has -returned home after spending some time with Mrs.' W. J. Brock, of Exeter. Mrs, Melville Hern is spending a few days with Mrs. George Jaques, of Exeter. We are pleased to say that Mr. George Brock is slowly improving, and Mrs. with Mrs. Hern baby their grandpar- Wm. Moody, in was in Toronto and mother are CENTRALIA Mr. and Mrs. Rex Mills and Mari­ lyn, of Wyoming, spent the week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Mills. Mr. and Mrs. E. Thomson and family, of London, were Sunday" visitors with Mrs. W. Parsons and Mrs. Kershaw. Marie and Douglas Fletcher spent the week-end with ents Mr. and Mrs. Usborne. Mr. John Essery over the week-end. Mr. Wm. Willert visiting with relatives in Sarnia. Mrs. G. O. Thompson, of Mount Forest, visited for a few days last week with Mrs. Thos, Willis. ■Don’t forget the oyster supper and play in the school room of the church on Friday evening of this week under the auspises of the Wo­ man’s Missionary Society. Come and enjoy a real evening of enter­ tainment. '■This community mourns the loss of a highly respected citizen in the person of Mr. James ,Ok.e who pass­ ed away, at his ’.home on Saturday” last after a brief illness. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Rowcliffe, Mrs. Rowicliffe, Sr., and Gordon Kleinfeldt, of Exeter, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. F. Pen­ warden. Mr. and Mrs. F. Penwarden and Harold visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Rosenberger, of London. The re-openng service held in the Sunday school rooms on Sunday last were well attended. The new­ ly decorated rooms presented 11 very attractive appearance. The super­ intendent, Mr. Cecil Skinner was in charge of the service. A’ vocal duet by Mrs. Fletcher and Mrs. (Rev.) Stewart and a solo- by Mr. Charles Godbolt were greatly appreciated Very fine addresses were made by’ Mr. W. ■ R. Elliott, Mr. Albert chell, Rev. Mr. Stewart and Skinner. Mit- Mr. Cen- the Centralia Y. P. U. The regular meeting of the tralia Y. P. U. was held Tuesday ev­ ening with a good, attendance. The meeting opened witlhi a hymn follow­ ed by the Lord’s prayer. The min­ utes were read and roll called. The president presided and took charge of the business. Arthur Hastewell took charge of the social program. Games and c'o-ntests were enjoyed and lunch was served. , Homo and School Club The Felbruary meeting of Home and School Club was held in the school on Friday evening of last week. The president, Mrs. Penwar­ den presided and the meeting open­ ed with the following songs “O, Canada,” “Darling Nellie Gray” and “Carry Me Back bo Old Virginia.” The Lord’s prayer was repeated in unison. |A< paper entitled “What’s Wrong with our Schools” was ably given by Miss Clark.’ A piano duet by Mrs. Essery and Greta Pollard. Dr. Dunlop, of Exeter, then gave a very interesting talk on children. He brought out some very helpful suggestions as to how the parents may co-operate intellegently with the child in its training. The reas- urer’s report was then given and this was followed by a business dis­ cussion. -Duet by Mrs. Penwarden and Mrs. Fletcher. The meeting closed with God Save the King. The Mizpah Ibenediction was peated. THAMES ROAD re- are E. Hern spent the latter's sister, Orville Rogers, of is all smiles these boy. Mr. Tliurgday Mr. and Kirkton. Mr. T. days is a Miss Laurene Hern hag resumed her studies at the Exeter High School this week. Zion Sunday School won the sixteen prizes awarded Exeter w. 0. T. U. on the Temperance Study Course. five Of by the recent One by one familiar figures passing from the village of. Farqu­ har. Mrs. David Brown was laid to rest on Monday afternoon in the Ex­ eter cemetery at the age of 76 years. iShe was always an active woman and faithful to her home duties and wi^ tie missed by her two sons Coursey and Garfield at home besides William in the West, Her huslband passed oh* about two- years ago. One sister Mrs, Rivers, of- sea" forth also survives. A little son has arrived at the- home of Mr. and Mrs. Vic. Jeffery, We are glad to- learn Master Mur­ ray Da^sOh is recovering from an attack of pneumonia. A live and interesting topic was the one the pastor used Sunday morning “The Destiny of Evil.” The choir closed with ah appropriate number. February 11th, at her Greenway a very highly citizen in -lie person of Wilson. She had Ibeen health for some years, but during the past year her'illness became of a more serious nature. Th news of her sudden death -came as a shock to the community and her relatives and friends at a distance. All that medical skill and loving hands could do was done, but the Saviour’s call must be obeyed and she entered into her rest, there to hear her Masters “Well Done.” No- braver battle was ever fought than hers. Struggling with ill health she pray­ ed that God would spare her to care for her aged father who predeceased her nearly three years. She was de­ voted to .her home and her duties there, counting it a privilege and a pleasure to be his sole companion. She was educated in the the Public school here and attended the Park­ hill High School, bu-t ill health pre­ vented her graduating from there. She then turned to music and after preparing for a teacher taught very successfully for some years. She was organist of the Greenway Meth­ odist church for a term of years. Her heart was in the work of the S. School and down through the years she was a very efficient teacher. She had a large -class of 'boys in 1914 and various classes down through the years whose lives were deeply enriched under the influence of her j teaching. During the past seven or I eight years she has been the teach­ er of the Young Ladies’ Class (The Unity Class), one of the largest classes in the ,S. S. and with her as­ sistant teacher planned for all their activities and showed a kind­ ly interest in their lives. Her class marched as a body at the funeral and were her flowfer bearers. She was untiring in her efforts in be­ half of the W.M.'S. and W.A. and down through the years held differ­ ent offices in both organizations. Her home was open for official meetings and many sought her vice as she had the history of church at her command; iShe welcomed into- every group as a ly fun loving girl, with great cap­ abilities as a leader. She was in­ terested in all the undertakings of the community regardless of class or creed and her influence was al­ ways for the betterment of the young people. The funeral service was held in the United church o-n Monday, February 14th, her pastor Rev. J. B. Moore, officiating assist­ ed by Mrs. Rev. -Sutcliffe, of Thorn­ dale. The crowded church bore silent testimony to the love and esteem in which the deceased .was held and as Mr. Moore's discourse centered around the thought, “Will I Ibe Missed When my Summons Comes.” the large felt that the deceased be missed. The choir ceptably “We’ll Sing Here, but Good Morning up There.” The pall bearers were members of her class of boys of 1914, Elton Curts, Arthur Brophy, James Prance 'Lloyd Brophy, Arthur Webb and Lawrence Curts. The flowers which covered the -casket were also a lov­ ing memorial to a lite fragrant with gracious deeds. Those from a dis­ tance who attended the f-uneral were Miss Russell and Mrs. Waiterworth, of Toronto; Mrs. Woods, of Guelph; Mr. Douglas Kerr and his mother Mrs. Rev. G. Kerr, of London; Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Wilso-n, of Alymer; Mr. and -Mrs. Hugh Wilson, of Windsor; Mr. and Mrs, Dave Wilson and Mr. and Mrs, Reuben Wilson, of Arkona; Mrs. Myrtle Luther, of C-redtOn; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Sherritt, of Granton; Mrs. Linwood Amos Brinsley, cemetery. ad- the was jol- congregation would indeed sang very ac- Good Night Mrs. and Mrs. John Dixon, of Interment was in parkhill DIES AT SEAFORTH Wife ofMrs. Mary Portdrfield, •Robert Porterfield, died at Seaforth in her 73rd year. She was a native of Clifford. Mr. and Mrs. Porter- fid ci wove in 3 rvied. yonrs ago. They lived in Clifford, later in Hensall and went to Seaforth in 1915, Mrs. Porterfield was a mem­ ber1 of the Northside United church, Besides by two berlain, er, Los Angeles and a son, Arthur, of Flint, Mich, her husband she Is survived daughters, Mrs. E< C. Cham- Seaforth; Mrs, Gordon Mill- Messrs. Jacob and William Schu­ macher, of Pigeon, Mich., are visit­ ing relatives here. ■Mr, and Mrs. 0. Bosh and Mr. and Mrs. J. Raschke, of Detroit, attend­ ed the funeral ,of their father the late George Merner last week. Mrs. L. Bender returned home on Sunday after spending a week with his fatliei' who- is ill in New Ham- Burg. Mrs. Chris. Fisiher Jr. was taken ito London hospital on Monday where lie will undergo an operation. Mrs. Hy. Hoffman and Harry at­ tended the funeral of a relative in St. Thomas on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. C. Ro'u-tledge, of Kinto-re, spent the week-end with her parents Mr, and Mrs. P. Fassold. Mr. Wellwood Gill, o-f Grand Bend is completing the interior of his new home, the materia for which was purchased from the Dashwood Planing Mill. Dashwood planing mill has receiv­ ed the contract for building the new home of Miss Logan at Hensall. Merner a prominent for the past :his home on Death of George Mr.- George Merner resident of Dashwood twenty years, died at Tuesday, February 15th in his 6 4th year. The deceased was born on the Merner homestead on the Bron­ son line; Hay, being a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gottleifo Merner., of Zurich. For many years he con­ ducted air implement business in Dashwood and was a well known and highly respected in the community. In politics he was a Conservative. He is survived by his widow whose maiden name was Sarah Kraft, also three sons and four daughters, Mil­ ford and Elgin, of Dashwood; Arn­ old, of Hay Twp.; Mrs. Tieman, cf Dashwood, Mrs. C. and Mrs. J. Ras-chke, Detroit Miss Kathleen at home; also brothers, Ed., of Bayfield; J. Delivered OUR EXETER to EGG PRICES Brookfield ...................... 22c. A Large .............•......... 21c, A Medium .................... 20c, A Pullets ...................... 18c. B ...........................•......... 15c. G ...................................... 14c. BRANCH We will appreciate very much having you come in to see again;, and bring a shipment with you. SWIFT CANADIAN CO. Huron County is well represented at the annual good roads convention at Toronto. The delegation includes Engineeir T. R, Patterson, Warden Haacke, Reeves George Feagan, C. Mawhinney of Stephen and Roland Grain, of the good roads commission Reeve George McNall, of Blytih; -F. Davidson, of Wingham and IL. E. us The engagement is announced '.of Hazel Helen, adopted daughter of Mr.' and Mrs. Elijah Harlton, ot Granton, to Alton Burley Wallis, son of Mr. Irvine Wallis and the late Mrs. Wallis, of Granton, the wed­ ding to take place the latter part of the month. 1 1 4 Light up the dark corners o£ the home THESE POINTS Have switches placed at the entrance to the room, and at the head of stairs, so your way non be lighted for you before you take a step into danger. • Light the garage light before you venture out doors. Addison Bosh and four Wes­ ley, of Zurich; Jaco-b, of Detroit and Samuel, of Hensail. He is also survived by nine grandchildren. The funeral took place Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock wth- service at Zio-n Lutheran Church and interment the Bronson Line cemetery. CREDITON and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Ward Fritz ■ Zurich, aire visiting ■ K. Eillber. s Mr. Herb Young i tock On, Sunday. Mr. Lewis Faist is confined to ■ bed with a sprained ankle that ■ sustained at the hockey match Exeter Monday evening. ’The many friends Lamport she is on a speedy A case brokeu out in the village and scho-ol here has been -closed for weeks. The churches of town be closed on Sunday services bavin been withdrawn. The victim of the disease is Frederick Morlc-ck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Morlocfc The lad was taken to London Tuesday where his -case was diagnosed. Presentation to Choir Leader The United Church Choir were very pleasantly entertained by Rev. and Mrs. D. J. Gladman at their home on Thursday evening. Games and contests were played. During the evening Mrs. Woodall, who has been the efficient choir leader for some time was presented with a beautiful silver flower basket and a table mirror by Mrs. A. Baker o-n behalf of the choir, as a slight token of appreciation of her ser­ vices. Although taken by surprise Mrs. Woodall thanked the choir in her usual pleasing manner. A very dainty lunch was then -served by the hostess after wlhich a hearty v-ote of thanks was tendered Mr. and Mr. Gladman for the evening’s en­ tertainment. Mission Circle The February meeting of the Mis­ sion Circle of the Evangelical church was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hy. Finkbeiner. The president, Mrs. Freeman Morlock was in charge of the devotional part and •the business. The meeting was then handed over to the (Literary Committee with Thelma Weber as convenor. The program consisted of a solo by Marguerite Lamport and an instrumental by Norma Finkbeiner; a reading by Alma Ratz and a dialog™ loin World” by Mrs, and Tihelma Weber depicted in a very osting manner tlie Moslem world folfowed by two very contests after which light refresh­ ments were served. visited in Tavis- will regret the sick list, recovery. of infantile of Miss to know that We hope fo-r paralysis 'What is this Mos- Lawrence Wein , This dialoguo clear and inter­ customs of the The program was interesting Accidents in the home are the chief cause of injury to human beings. Improper lighting is largely the cause of these accidents. Failure to see the children’s toys strewn on the floor in the dark, unprotected stairways, obstacles such as chairs, tables and other things out of place, contribute largely to the injury to life and limb. Our Lighting Service Deportment will gladly check your lighting and advise how and where improvements can bo made. There is no obligation. Phone.................................. • Phone for a carton today, will go a long way toward solv ing your lighting problems. • It is wise economy to keep spare lamps on hand so that there will be no empty sockets and lack of necessary light. • Use bulbs of the proper Watt­ age to give plenty of light. MAKE EVERY ROOM A gunnirffan AT NIGHT!