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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1938-04-21, Page 3THE EXETER T1MES-ADVOCATE TUt'KSJ'AY, APTO alst, JIBH Making Canada A Better Place in Which to Live and Work Last year, .publishers q£ weekly newspapers across Canada honoured George W. Janies of the Bowmanville Statesman with1 the presidency of the Canadian Weekly Newspapi’ Association, in keeping with his desire to give constructive leadership to this organization and to be of serves to it as well as Canada as a whole, he wrote to two score of the Dominion’s leaders in government, religion, education, industry, fi­ nance and business. In each case he sought their opinions as to Canada's greatest needs and the manner in which these needs should be met, To each he put just one question: “What can the editors of weekly newspapers do to make Canada a better place in which to live and work?” The replies of these distinguished gentlemen have been studied since by the edi­ torial committee of the association. Journalists all over Canada have hailed these answers as a most constructive contribution toward the solu­ tion of many of the country’s present day pro­ blems. 'Commencing on this page this issue we are publishing each week one of these letters. We believe that our readers will see in these let­ ters the tremendous value that others have seen in them. The Canadian Printer and Publisher, Toronto, a trade magazine, describes these let­ ters as “valuable documents of authoritative observations.” That in truth is what they are, for they are written by men who are leaders in their own particular sphere of activity, success­ ful men who have risen to the top by the force of their own ability and personality. Among the leaders of our country whose let­ ters will appear from week to week are includ­ ed: Sir Edward Beatty, President of the Cana­ dian Pacific Railways; ,S. J. Hungerford, Presi­ dent, Canadian National Railways; Col, J, b. MacLean, Founder of the MacLean Publishing Company; ,S. H. Logan, Past President of the Canadian Bankers’ Association; C. H. Carlisle, President of the Dominion Bank; W. R. Camp­ bell, President, Ford Motor Company; T, A. Russell, President, Massey-Harris Co.; C. L. Burton, President, Robert Simpson Co.; His Ex­ cellency the Cardinal Villeneuve of Quebec, head Of the Roman Catholic Church in Canada; V. R. .Smith, General Manager, Confederation Life As­ surance Company; A. A. Dysart, Premier of New Brunswick; W> J. Patteson, Premier of Saskatchewan; T. D. Pattullo, Premier of Bri­ tish Columbia; Rev. Dr. R. P. Bowles, ex-Chan- cellor of Victoria University1 and many others. The subjects dealt with include the conduct of governments, politics, religion, trade and com- mere^, social problems, unemployment, problems of the home, education, health, insurance and other matters of national and individual impor­ tance. In presenting them to our readers, we do so with the thought in mind that every Canadian should be vitally interested in the solution of the great problems that confront us, and we feel that individually we might be better equip­ ped to do our part in bringing about a solution after having perused the letters of these great leaders in the life of our Dominion. The editor will welcome comments from readers on these letters from week to week. Often by free, frank and open discussion many helpful points are ‘brought to the surface not thought of at first, and from people who seldom appear in the limelight. HE WAS AFRAID TO CROSS ASTREET Lost His Nerve After 12 Months’ Agony iSuffering from acute rheumatism in 'both his knee joints—treated in hospital. twice without result so unnerved that he was afraid to cross a street—how readily every rheum­ atic sufferer will sympathize with this man. Read wihat he says: “For 12 months I suffered pain and misery with acute rheumatism in 'both iny knees. Twice, I was treated in hospital—but it was no uise, I could not walk up or ■down­ stairs. I was afraid to cross the street, for I had lost all confidence in myself. Fourteen days ago, I started taking Kruschen Salts, and already I am a new man. I can walk with a smart step, <go up and down stairs with ease and cross the street with complete confidence. My rheum­ atism is getting better every day.”— D. iL. ‘ In a good many cases, rheumatism cannot resist the action of Kruschen Salts, 'which dissolves the painful crystals of uric acid—often the cause of thos© aches and pains—and assist the kidneys to eliminate this poison through the natural channels. FORWARD! — AND ALL TOGETHER To Make Canada a Better Place in Which to Live and Work Coleman-Allen A wedding of interest took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Allen, Cromarty, on Saturday, April 9th at 12 o’clock when their only daughter Mary Elizabeth, became the bride of Mr. Harold James Cole- maS, son of Mr. Robert Coleman and the late Mrs. Coleman, of Staffa. The ceremony was performed by Rev.' J. Reidie. The bride entered the par­ lor on the arm of her father to the strains of wedding music played by her sister-in-law, Mrs. Ernest Allen. The bride looked charming in a gown of navy triple sheer and carrying a bouquet of mixed spring flowers. Her attendant was her cousin Miss Grace McLachlan, dressed in a blue tailored suit and carrying a 'bouquet of pink carnations. Her bridegroom was at­ tended by his brother Mr. Clarence Coleman. Fallowing the ceremony, dinner was served to about twenty guests, the immediate relatives of th bride and groom. Misses Margar­ et Allen and Mae Quance and Mrs. K. McKellar acted as waitresses. The bridal couple left, admidst showers of confetti, on a short honeymoon to Eastern centres. The bride travelled in a. blue tweed coat with navy ac­ cessories. After their return they will reside on the groom’s farm west of .Staffa. Sales O'f Canadian .cheese in 193 7 by the Scottish, Co-operation Whole­ sale Society in iScotland were the largest in several years,- and exceed­ ed the sales of 1936 by almost 50 per cent. “The strains and stresses which economic and social developments since Con­ federation have placed upon Canada’s governmental structure have disposed the ne­ cessity for adjustments which1 will enable it the more effectively to serve provincial and national needs, and to promote and preserve Canadian unity.” .... Extract front the Speech from the Throne, 27 th January, 1938. The first of these letters appears on the editorial page. Retiring Primary Superintendent Honored Mrs. T. Orville iSoutlhcott, who for twenty-five years was superintendent of the ’Primary department of the Jams .St. Sunday .School, and who recently resigned that position, was on Wednesday evening last honored by tihe executive of the school. Fol­ lowing the Week of Prayer service in the church the executive met in the school parlors and after arrang­ ing for a program for -“Mother’s Day”. Mr. J. ;H. Jones, the superin­ tendent, read an address appreciative of the service that Mrs. ,Southcott has rendered the school and Mr. S. B. Taylor, the secretary, .presented lher with a handsome aeropack. Mrs. Southcott voiced her appreciation. Lunch was served at tihe close. The address was as follows: Exeter, Ontario April 13 th, 1938 Dear Mrs. .Southcott: We, at this time as officers and friends of the James St. United Church .School, Exeter, feel that we Bronchitis May Prove Dangerous Do Not Neglect The Cough Get Rid Of It At Once Dr* Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup Will Help Bring Relief A T. MILBURN CO., LTD, PRODUCT have a duty to perform. We esteem it an honor, indeed, to convey to you our sincere appreciation of your ser­ vices during the twenty-five years in which you have served in this school. It is only as we review the work of the past that we fully realize all that you accomplished and contri­ buted to the success of the Primary Department. .Sunday after Sunday the children have listened to your words of wis­ dom and never have they been dis­ appointed. Youir kindly instruction and gracious personality have pro­ foundly'influenced the lives of these children, and as the days have gone by you have grown into their lives until a change has come over them which is part of yourself. Not only in the sessions of the school have they enjoyed your pres­ ence but also in the contacts of everyday life they have enjoyed your companionship. The children learn­ ed to have an attachement for you which will .cause them to miss you sorely. They loved to romp and play around you, ever glancing your way for a look or word to cheer them on to the accomplishment of some new Stunt. You may rest assured they will always rejoice that they have known and learned to love you. They may not always have measured up to our fullest expectations. We do de­ sire, however, to tender to you that depth of feeling and warmth of heart that they cherish for you. You have endeared yourself to all who have come under your gracious in­ fluence. The various teachers in the department in Which you served also bear testimony to tihe esteem in which you; are held. You werb ever ready to co-operate with those with Whom you laboured making it a pleasure at ail times to promote the highest interests of the school. In order that we may in some way have you keep us in remembrance we ask you to accept from us this token of our esteem, not for its ma­ terial value, but for the expression of our appreciation of your labours with us. As you travel around from time to time, placing in this gift t'he things necessary for youi’ comfort and enjoyment, we would ask you to remember that we feel that you have put those things into tihe lives of boys and girls which are essential to their highest welfare. Religion is the dedication of the whole life to the will of >God, and virtue is the ac­ tual operation of that truth which diffuses itself through every part of our conduct; its consequences are equally beneficial as it promises, “Her ways are ways of happiness and all 'her* paths are peace.” Signed on behalf of the James St. Sunday School. It is not the wear and tear on the mind that creates the handicap, it is tllie rust of disuse that takes tihe toll. COULDN'T EAT COULDN’T SLEEP Now Free of Bad Liver and Kidney Trouble and Feeling Fine Here’s another woman who felt terrible.until she found how to get . back appetite, sleep soundly, and secure new health. Mrs. A H., Montreal, writes, “I had years of liver complaint and dizzy headaches — bowels irregular, crippled with kidney trouble too —no appetite—no sleep. Many laxatives gave mC cramps. 1 tried Fruit-a-tives and my health greatly improved.” These famous fruit juice, herb, and tonic tablets cleanse and strengthen the liver, help stomach, kid­ neys, intestines. Troubles go. Health must improve, 25c, and 50c. All druggists. BABY CHICKS A-l Baby Chicks,. Barred Rocks, White Rocks, New Hampshire Reds, S. C. Brown Leghorns 9c.; White Leghorns Sc.; Jersey Black Giants 10c.; Heavy 'Surplus 8ic.; Light .Sur­ plus 7c.; Leghorn Pullets ISc.; Cock­ erels 6c.; Four Week Pullets 30c., Five, 35c. Order from ad. Guaran­ teed 100 per cent, safe arrival to your station. A. H. SWITZER Telephone 38-3, Granton Granton, Ontario HENSALL Mr. and Mrs. Roy White and family, of London, spent Easter Sunday here visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Bell. Miss Joyce ficruton, of Toronto, spent the week-end at iher home here. Mr. and Mrs. Laird Mickle and children spent the holidays visiting relatives at Ridgetown. Miss Margaret Bell, of London, spent the holidays there with her parents Mu. and Mrs. R. D. Bell. Mr. Harry Wilson, of Toronto, spent the week-end here with friends Miss Martha Carlisle, of London, spent Easter Sunday witlh her par­ ents Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Carlisle. Mr. and Mrs. William White, of London, spent Good Friday here vis­ iting with Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Case and other relatives. Mrs. Hannah Workman and dau­ ghter Miss Mabel Workman are spending the Easter holidays at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Brit­ ton of Dublin. Mr. John Murray,'of Detroit, vis­ ited here over the week-end -with (his sister Miss Hannah Murray. Mr. and Mrs. Alex MdMurtrie and little daughter of Toronto, spent the Easter holidays Visiting relatives here also in Hay and Stanley Town­ ships. Miss Lois Moffatt, of Stanley Tp. is spending the Easter holidays vis­ iting with her grandmother Mrs. Peter Fisher and her aunt Miss Eleanor Fisher. Mr. and Mrs. James Tapp, of Ot­ tawa, are Easter visitors hare with Mr. Tapp’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Tapp. Miss Emma Johnston returned to her home on Wednesday morning last after spending the winter months in Florida, Mr. Norman 'Sinclair accompanied by his sister, Miss Marion Sinclair, of Toronto, spent Easter with their parents Rev. Arthur and Mrs. Sin­ clair. Miss Mae McNaughton, of Toron­ to, spent the Easter holidays at her homd here, iMiss Jean Bonthron, of London, spent Easter with her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. W- Bonthron. Mrs. Norman Peppier and chil­ dren, of Hanover, are visiting with Mis, Peppier’s sister, Mrs. J. W. Bonthron. Miss Minnie Reid who spent the winter months in Florida has return­ ed to iher home here. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Scruton and little daughter, of Port Dover, spent Easter here with relatives. Mrs, Roy Parlmer and daughter Caroline, of Windsor, spent the holi­ day with Mrs. Parlmer’s parents Mr. and Mrs. John Fisher. Mrs, E. Rannie is making a num­ ber of improvements to the house on South Richmond street, belonging to the Rannie Estate. Mr. Alex Filshie, returned to Tor­ onto, on Sunday evening after spend­ ing a week at ihis home here. Mr, and Mrs. Clarence Parke and two children Kenneth and Betty of Stanley Township^, visited on Easter Sunday with Mrs. John Parke. Mr. and Mrs. Thus. Wren visited with Bayfield relatives on Sunday. Mrs. Thos. Wren ;Sr., visited with her son Gordon Wren, of Kippen during the holidays. Miss Vera Welsh, of Toronto, is in town visiting relatives and other friends. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Pfaff and dau­ ghter, of Delhi, visited with relatives in town over the holidays. Miss Alice Pfaff visited in St. Marys on Good .Friday. Miss Alice- Dougial, of Toronto, spent the Easter holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Douglas. Miss Dorothy Kyle, of London, spent Easter Sunday with her par­ ents Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Kyle. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Douglas, of Hyde Park and Mr. and Mrs. H. Vair and little son Douglas, of Toronto, epent Easter Sunday with Mrs. J. Johnston and Miss Margaret. Misses Olive and Viola Lemmon, of Toronto and Mr. and Mrs. Howard Lemmon and children, of Weston, visited over the holiday with Mr. and Mrs. William Parke and other relatives, Mrs. Dr. Reid, of Port Rowan, spent the Easter holidays with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Manns. Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Goodwin, ac­ companied by their daughter Miss Mary Goodwin and Mrs. Maulkinsoji, spent ‘Good Friday with relatives at Lakeside. Mr. Geo. Davis, of Mount Forest, spent the week-end with friends in town. Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Fisher, of Windsor, spent Easter Sunday with Mr. Fisher’s parents Mr. and Mis. John Fisher. Douglas Clark, of London, is spending the Easter holidays with his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Arth­ ur Clark. Mr. and Mrs. Verona Pettigrew and children and Mr. and Mrs. Arth­ ur Pettigrew, of Detroit, spent Easter Sunday with (Mr. and Mrs, G. Hess and Mr. and Mrs. F. Hess, Mission Circle The Mission Circle of the United church met at the home of Miss Kathryn Drysdale on Friday night last. The first' part of the meeting was spent in knitting for the bale, then lunch was served. The devo­ tional part was opened by a short song service followed, by the motto. The minutes and roll call were then read, Audrey Twitchell and Mary Clark read the ‘Scripture followed by an Easter poem by Barbara Shepherd “Breathe On Me, Breath of God” was sung after which Norma Cook and Mary Goodwin led in prayer. A very interesting, topic was given by Miss Douglas on the Study Book. The meeting was closed by singing “Abide With Me” and the repeating of the Lord’s prayer W. M. S. Meeting The W.M..S. of Carmel Presbyter­ ian church held their Easter Thank- offering meeting in the school room of the church on Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Basil Edwards presiding. The meeting opened by singing a hymn and prayer led by Mrs. H. Arnold. The 'Scripture lesson was read by Mrs. H. Workman. After singing a hymn Mrs. James Paterson read a very interesting' Easter Thank offering .paper. Mrs. W. A. Young sang a beautiful solo “There is a Green Hill Far Away.” Mrs. W. A. Young led in prayer, Mrs. Basil Ed­ wards read a very interesting paper on “Bought with a Price.” This very interesting meeting closed by sing­ ing a hymn and repeating the Lord’s prayer in unison. There was a splendid attendance of members. LETTER BOX l/r-rr—..........‘I Exeter Times-Advocate, Dear Sir; Having read with interest lately several write-ups of the once famous village of Rodger ville, I take pleas­ ure in sending you what I know »£ the village eighty years ago, it yoa will kindly give it space in your? We left 'Glasgow, Scotland, in Feb­ ruary, '1858, and arrived in Rodger­ ville about the end of March. That would be eighty years ago last month. I was five years old. Our first Canadian home was in Rodger- I ville. Our home was a log icabin owned (by Thomas Lamb who owned a faun a few miles south of the vil­ lage. It was located across the road from Mr. Henry Dougall, Sr. Our playmates were his sons Henry, Jim and Andrew". They had a nice fruit garden, currants of all kinds and gooseberries. Mrs. Dugald was somewhat dubious as to the safety of the fruit so she told us there was a little animal in her garden called a currant cracker dressed in red and very savage. We never frequented the garden after that warning. We did get many a good slice of home made bread and butter from Mrs. Dugald. The village was called after the hotel keeper. The business men were; Mr. McLeod, blacksmith; Mr, Greensled, wagon maker. The hotel barns were 'across the way, well looked after by the hostlei’ Nixon Whittey and there was Hadley Dane, the farmer; Mr. Hislop, blacksmith; D. MacGregor, tailor. The farms located near the vil­ lage were owned by Mr. White, Mr, Patterson, Rev. Logie, Wm. Elder, Rabt. and James Laing, Mr. Rogers, Henry Dugald, Mr. Hyslop. Bon- thron’s store "and post office was lo­ cated a mile or so down the road on the corner of Wm. Elder’s farm. When the weather got warm after our arrival we began to explore tihe five acre lot on which the cabin was built. We located an old well and while playing around it I fell in 'head first and when the alarm was given I was pulled out. That part I have no recollection of. I have two sou­ venirs, a small garden spade and a stove lid lifter made by Mr. McLeod, eighty years ago. Rev. Mr. Logie was our esteemed minister. These are a few remembrances of the village eighty years ago. JOHN iMacGREGOR, 22 Herald ‘St., Ridgetown, Oht. EoRD gives you something really new in the De Luxe Ford V-8 that made its bow to the motoring world this year. Back of it is a line of more than 26,000,000 Ford cars, honestly built. Ahead of it is a new public appreciation of big size, modern style and brilliant performance in the low-price field. It is the biggest, roomiest Ford V-8 ever built. It is offered in eight body types. And it sets a high standard of economy. Owners are reporting 22 to 27 miles per gallon. Then there’s the Standard Ford V-8 — lower in price than the De Luxe. It, too, “THE CANADIAN CAR’’ is a big and handsomely appointed car. The two cars have many features in com­ mon —- both are built with the same regard for high quality of materials and workmanship. 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