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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1941-05-08, Page 5TOE EXETER TJMES-ARVOCATE J'HL'liSb.lr, MAI Sih, Wit Notice to Bus Patrons of the Town of Hensail Effective May 15th, the bus stop and depot at Hensail will be Ut McLaren^ McColl-Frontenac Service Station. Phone 33 Buses will no longer operate in. main section of the town. WESTERN ONTARIO MOTORWAYS Don’t fail to .hear Carlos Sher­ man, operatic baritone, of New York and Harvey Robb, organist, of London, who will be among the artists performing at James St.‘ Church, Exeter, May 20th, when the ipupils of Stanley J. Smith, A.T,C<M., will appear in recital. .Mrs. MacDougall, of Blenheim, is visiting with Mrs. Annie Saunder- cock, Pte. 'William Higgins, of London called on relatives and friends in town this week. Mr. and Mrs. Harding, of London, visited on Sunday ■ with Mr, and Mrs. Fred Corbett. Patsy Steer is holidaying at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Brazier, in London. Miss Enid Parkins left for Lon­ don this week where she has se­ cured employment. Mr. Norval Reid has’ accepted a position with Mr. A. W. Kerelake, in his produce store. Miss Dorothy Brazier, of London, spent a few days last week at the home of Dr. and Mrs. D. G. Steer. Next Sunday being Mother’s Day; special services honoring mothers Will be held in the local churches. Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Bell and family visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert‘Johns at Elimville. Donnie Hayter, of London, is holidaying at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Bell, Pte. Lawrence Baynham, of Camp Borden, visited over the week­ end with Mrs. Baynham and children here. Mrs. Jack Corbett and little daughter* returned home from Dr. Fletcher’s Hospital, in Exeter, on Tuesday. ♦ ■ Mrs. Devlin spent a few days last week visiting with her nephew and niece, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Colvin, at Komoka. . Mrs. D. G. Steer returned home on Sunday after spending a. few days with her mother, Mrs. Brazier, in London. Mr. Wm. Daniels, who under- ■ went an operation on his leg in St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, last week, continues quite ill. Mrs. Roy ‘ MacLaren and son Donald returned home on Satur­ day from London where Donald re­ cently underwent an operation. Mr. and Mrs. Gus Voth and daugh­ ter Gwendolyn, of Detroit, visited over the week-end with Mrs. .Lou Simpson, and Mrs. Robt. Bonthron. : Messrs. Carrey Joynt and Jack Simmons, who have secured good positions in Windsor, spent the week-end at their respective homes here. ' Mr. and Mrs. Don Rigby and daughter Donna, of Blenheim, vis­ ited on Sunday with Mrs. Rigby’s parents, Mi*, and Mrs. Stewart Mc­ Queen. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Spencer, who have been spending 4he winter months with their daughter, Mavis, in Toronto, returned to their home here. Rev. Wm. Weir conducted servic­ es iri Carmel Presbyterian Church on Sunday and the choir sang an ■anthem, “Consider the Lilies of the Field.” Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Mousseau and daughter, of St. Catharines, are holidaying with Mr. and Mrs* Dick Taylor, Jr., and Mr. and Mrs. Alex Mousseau. Mr. T. 0. Joynt was in Goderich on Wednesday afternoon attend­ ing the funeral of his cousin, the late Robt. Johnston, former County Clerk and Registrar. Mr. and Mrs. John Reid, Mavis and Ray, of London, visited on Sunday with the former’s sister, Miss Minnie Reid and the latter’s sister, Mrs, Jean Manson. The services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. R. A. Brook on Sunday in the United Church and the choir sang two anthems, “Zion’S Glad Morning” and “Re Strong iri the Lord”. Mr., and Mrs. Geo. MacIntyre re-' turned to their home lit Detroit after spending a few Weeks With the lat­ ter’s sister, Mrs. Wm. Daniels, and Mr. Daniels, who underwent an op­ eration in St, Joseph’s Hospital, London, last week. ’ The entertainers who took part in the Minstrel Show presented their Show in the salvation Army Ruild- ing in Queen’s Park, London on Monday night, when sis hundred soldiers attended the entertainment. The cast presented, the show in Londesboro on Friday night and will present it at Dashwood, Staffa and Carlingford in the near future. Y.P.U. Meets The Christian Culture .meeting of the Young People’s Union was held on Monday evening with Miss Ruth Birook presiding and opened by singing “When I Survey the Won­ drous Cross”. The scripture les­ son was read by Miss Mary Good­ win and Rev', R. A. Brook led in* prayer. The minutes and roll call were taken by Miss Gladys McKen­ zie in the absence of the secretary, Bob Hess. The anniversary ser­ vices and play which were so re­ cently held were very successful. ’ Ruth Hess and Gloria Twitchel sang a duet and the topic- on “Canadian Poets” was very ably given by Miss Ruth Brook and Misses Elva Mc­ Queen, Norma Cook and Gladys Passmore gave poems. The meet­ ing was closed by singing “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” and the benediction, after which Miss Gladys McKenzie directed contests. Celebrates diet Birthday Hensall’s oldest lady, Mrs. Mag­ dalena Lindenfield, celebrated her 91st birthday at her home here last Wednesday with the members of her family being present. Mrs. Lin­ denfield was born in Baden and has been a highly-respected citizen o'f the village for the past fifty years. She was the recipient of many beautiful gifts and received many callers during the day. Her fam­ ily consists of four sons: ’'William, Billings, Montana; Israel, of London, Walter, of Stirling; and Edward, of Exeter, and two daughters, Mrs. Schoch, of Zurich and Mrs. Johns­ ton, of Hensail, with whom she re­ sides. Wohelo Class Meets The Wohelo Class -of the United Sabbath School met at the home of their teacher, Miss Ellis, on Friday evening, May 2nd. Following the devotional exercises and business period, several enjoyable numbers were given, consisting of solos by little Audrey Walsh, accompanied by her mother. Readings by Miss Ellis; piano solos by Miss Gladys Luker. The highlight?of the even­ ing was a spirited debate, “Resolved that Country Life is Better than Village Life”. The affirmative side was ably taken by Misses Mary Cole­ man and Dorothy Dougall while Mrs. Hridden and Mrs. Kennedy firmly up­ held the negative side. The judges Miss Margaret Grieve and Mrs. Har- pole declared the affirmative speak­ ers the winners by a very small mar­ gin, A dainty Junch was served at the close. The convener of the en­ tertainment and lunch committees, was Mrs. Hedden. W.M.S. Holds 51st Birthday Party The W.M.S. of Carmel Presbyter­ ian Church held their fifty-first annual birthday party on Friday, May 2, with a good attendance.; The schoolroom was beautiful with spring flowers and th.e meeting op­ ened with soft music on the piano, and the call to worship, followed by singing “I Will _ Lift Mine Eyes”. Mrs, John Dallas read - the scrip­ ture, Psalm 46 and led in prayer. “’Tis the Blessed Hour of Prayer”, was sung and the offering was re­ ceived and dedicated in prayer, af­ ter which Mrs. R. Cameron led in prayer. A > Vocal duet, entitled “Ashamed of Jesus”, was sung by Mrs. Malcolm Dougall and Miss Margaret Dottgall, accompanied by Mrs. W. A. MacLaren at the piano. Rev. WmA Weir introduced the guest speaker, Miss Mary E. Ander­ son, of Japan, and Rev. James L i Dickson, of Formosa, who told inter­ esting stories of their work in tlie missionary field, - and showing slid­ es. Miss Anderson sang “Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling” in the Korean language. Mrs. Cam­ eron arid Mrs. Workman moved a vote Of thanks to the speakers for ■their interesting addresses. The meeting Closed by singing “0 Zion Haste”, after which ReV. Weir led In prayer, A social half-hour was spent and a dainty lunch was served. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Webb, of Grand Bend, Ont., have announced the engagement of their only daugh­ ter,. Hene, to John Douglas Smith, only son of Mr. and Mrs. William ■D. iSmlth, of ’Forest, Ont., the mar* riage to take place on May Itth. DASHWOOD Don’t fail to hear Carlos Sher’* man, operatic baritone, of New York and Harvey Robb, organist, of London, who will be among the artists performing at James St. Church, Exeter, May 20th, When the pupils of Stanley J. Smith, A.T.C.M., will appear in jecital. Miss Catharine Finkbeiner, who has been with her sister, Mrs. Humble, in Sarnia, for some time, has returned. Mr. Van Dyke, of Tavistock, is visiting with his daughter, Mrs. Ness, The Hensail Minstrels will pre­ sent their show at Dashwood in Rader’s garage on Wednesday ev­ ening, May 14th, sponsored by the Dashwood Red Cross. Mr, arid Mfs. E. Nadiger attend­ ed the wedding of a nephew in Galt on Saturday, Mr, Sam Witzel, of Toronto, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs, Witzel, Arbor Day was observed in the public school on Friday and in the afternoon the pupils were taken to Grand Bend, where they had a ball game. Miss Myrta Taylor, of London, spent the week-end with her bro­ ther, Dr. and Mrs, R. H. Taylor. Mr. Ira Tieman, of Peterborough, is visiting with his mother, Mrs. Mary Tieman. Mr. and Mrs. G. Chesna and fam­ ily, of Birmingham, Mich., spent the week-end with her,mother, Mrs. Willert, Mrs. Allemang and family of Kit-, chener were Sunday visitors with her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Restemeyer. Mr. Manewell, connecting com­ pany inspector of the Bell Tele­ phone, of Toronto, spent Tuesday in town on business. The property on Main Street, o’ the late Mr. George Kellerman was sold to Mr. E. R. Guenther Iasi Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. George Maier and family of Detroit spent the week­ end with relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Elsie, of De­ troit are spending a few weeks at their home here. Addison Tieman and Milford Mer- uer made a business trip to Toronto On Monday. Measles have broken out among the school children here. Quite a number are quarantined. The Henrich Memorial Band held their annual meeting and election of officers on Monday evening. Miss' Helen Nadiger, the secretary, re­ ported a balance on hand of $20 O.JiO. The newly-elected officers are: Pre­ sident, Addison Tieman; secretary­ treasurer, Myrtle Gaiser; leader, Harry Hoffman. DANCE CENTRALIA HALL THURSDAY MAY 8th music by FRANK HENRY’S ORCHESTRA Adm. 25c Dancing 9- Everybody Welcome MOUNT CARMEL Miss Jean McCann, of St. Marys Hospital, Kitchener, spent Sunday at her home .here. Misses Eliza and Hilda Dietrich, of London,* spent the Week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dietrich. Mrs. Dennis Bedard and son Ron­ ald of ’Zurich, are spending a few days with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Morrissey. We are glad to report that Miss Ann McPhee is. on the road to recov­ ery. Mr. Jack Morrissey is all smiles. It's a boy, * Keep a date open for the dance in the hall on Friday night. Mr. Nap Geromette Is quite pleas­ ed. It’s a girl. Mr. James Dalton, Sr., spent Tues­ day with friends in Goderich. : Mrs. T. Molyneaux and two daugh­ ters,’ of Dublin, speilt Friday With Mr. and Mrs. James Dalton. Mr. Cyril Morrissey, C.A.S., To­ ronto, Spent a few days last week at his home here. ELIMVILLE Don’t fail to hear Carlos Sher­ man, operatic baritone, of New York and Harvey Robb, organist, Of London, who will be among the artists performing at James St. Church, Exeter, May 20th, when the pupils of Stanley J, Smith, A.T.O.M., will appear in recital. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Long and baby, of Atwood, visited here oil Sunday. Miss Dorothy Johns, who had been there for a short visit returned home with them, Mr, and Mrs. Wes. Veiiner and sons, and Mr. and Mrs. Glen Bell, of Chiselhprst, were visitors at Mr. Gilbert Johns’ on Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Newman Baker, of Wellburn visited iri tills neighbor­ hood last Sunday. Mrs, Henry Ford returned home from SL Thomas on Saturday last after spending over a week with her sister, Miss J. Whitlock, CREDITON Don’t fail to hear Carlos Sher­ man, operatic, baritone, of New York and Harvey Robb, organist, of London, who will be among the artists performing at James St. Church, Exeter, May .30th, when the pupils of Stanley J, Smith, A.T.C.M., will appear in recital, The Police Trustees of the Vil­ lage haye appointed Wednesday, May l'4th, as rubbish collection day. Citizens are requested to bring any rubbish they wish to be carried away to the street curb for ready removal. The Trustees have also proclaim­ ed a half holiday of all the busi­ ness places for the summei* months, Holidays begin Wednesday*, May 14th and end Wednesday, Septem­ ber 24th. Mr. Ben Eilber, Mr. John Either, Mrs, Mary Eilber, Mrs. Walter Schroeder and son Gerald of Ubly, Mich., visited at the home of Mrs. Henry Eilber, who still continues quite ill. Miss L ulu Morlock, of Windsor, spent the week-end at hei’ home here. Rev, A. E. Pletch is attending the Evangelical Conference held at Tavistock this week, Mr, and Mrs, H. K. Eilber attend­ ed the funeral of the late Robert Johnson, of Goderich, a former county sheriff, when Mr. Eilber acted as an honorary pallbearer. The Bell Telephone linemen are bu^y trimming trees in the village. Miss Lillian Haist, of Crediton, was the winner of the congoleum rug given away by Faist Bros, for the most 4-letter words formed from the words “Faist Congoleum”,(hav­ ing 512. words. A representative congregation met in the United Church, Crediton, last Lord’s Day evening when Rev. N. J. Woods, M.A., of Main St. United Church, Exeter, occupied the pul­ pit with his choir gracing the choir loft,. Mr. Woods’ sermon, subject was “The Gospel According to You”. Mrs. Norman Hockey rendered a solo while the choir rendered the anthem, “Seek Ye the Lord” with Mr, Gerald Skinner rendering the solo. It is felt that in terms of spiritual values, this exchange of ministers and choirs was mutually inspiring and helpful. Mother’s Day services will be held at Shipka, Brinsley and Crediton next Sabbath when the minister’s subject will be “The Ideal Mother”. Special Sunday School sessions com­ memorating this day will be con­ ducted at all three appointments. Mrs. Eldon Hodgson will conduct the service at iBrinsley, when a choir composed exclusively of mothers will' render trie anthem. The rite of in­ fant baptism will be dispensed at ■Brinsley and Crediton. Don’t forget that little Mother* of yours. She will be expecting the mailman bearing youi* card of affection. Let us honor Mother’s Day in God's house of prayer and thus honor our­ selves. Mother’s Day Services Mother’s Day was very fittingly observed at the Evangelical Church on Sunday. A ladies’ choir of thirty voices occupied the choir loft in the morning service and sang two fine selections under the direction of Mrs. William Smith. A ladies’ oc­ tette sang “Always Remember Your Mother”. Rev. Mr. Pletch preach­ ed Very acceptably both morning and evening. The theme for the morn­ ing service, “A Call of Love and Devotion”. Love is what humanity* needs more than anything else. Mother love is next to God’s love because it never changes. A men’s choir took charge of the singing at the evening service and contributed two numbers under the* direction of F. W. Morlock. A special program was rendered in the Sunday School under the direction of tlie Living Links class with Miss Ella Morlock, teacher. The program included re­ citations, Songs, a short play, a la­ dies’ quartette, a men’s quartette. Special recognition was given to Mr. and Mrs. John Smith, the old­ est couple present and 'to Sandra Kay .Finkbeiner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Finkbeiner, the youngest babe present. Annual Meeting of W.L The annual meeting of the Wo­ men’s Institute was held on Mon­ day evening at the home of Mrs. Chris. Haist with a good attendance. The meeting opened .by singing the National Anthem followed by the Creed and the Lord’s Brayer in uni­ son. The roll call whs answered by the paying of dues and naming youi’ grandmother. The ladies were reminded of the district annual meeting to be held at Exeter on June ttiOth. All members wishing to go are to leave theii* names with the president or secretary. Twenty- five dollars was donated to the Queen'S IFrihd, and a Second $iS0 war borid is to be ptirchased bjr the Institute. The reports of the dif­ ferent officers and ■conveners were then given. Mrs. M. W. Telfer took the chair for the election of officers Which resulted as follows: Hon. pres., Mrs, d. ZWicker; past pres., Mrs. M» Ewald; pres., Mrs, Lloyd England; 1st vice-pros., Mrs. W. Mack; 2nd vice-pros., Mrs. W. Wein; SeO.-treaS,, Mrs. H. Schenk; asst, sec., Mrs. G. z wicker; district dir­ ector, Mrs. Lawrence Wein; audi­ tors, Mrs. G. Zwicker, Mrs. F. W. Morlock; reporters, Miss Jean Mountain. Mrs. Lawrence Wein; agricultural representative, Mrs. A. Wein; pianists,, Mrs. Emmery Fahr* ner. Miss Lulu Mollard; choristers, Mrs. G. Morlock, Mrs* J. Woodall; Red Cross representative, Mrs. S. Drown. The subject chosen for the local leader training was “Making the Most of Vegetables”, Misses Lula Mollard and Alma smith were ap­ pointed as local leaders. Mrs, Wm. Oestreicher took the chair tor the following program: A song for Mother’s Day; vocal duet by Pauline and Gordon Hess; topic on Histori­ cal Research by Mrs, Lawrence Wein; piano duet by Mrs. Harry Hess and Pauline, A delicious lunch was then served by Mrs, Chris, Haist, Mrs, G. Morlock, Mrs. Wm, Oestreicher, Mrs. D. Mclsaac. A hearty vote of thanks to Mrs. Haist for the use of her home, to the other hostesses and to those taking part in the program was proposed by Mrs. M. W. Telfer and seconded by Mrs, A. Wein. KIPPEN Mr. and Mrs. R. Torrance and family of Porter’s Hill visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. H. Ivi- son. Mr, and Mrs. S. Beattie, of Varna, spent the week-end with the lat­ ter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs, R. Mc­ Bride., Mr. Clarence’McLean, of London, spent the week-end at the home of his sister, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Johnson. Mr. and Mrs, H. McMurtrie vis­ ited on Sunday with Mr. John Mc­ Murtrie, who underwent an opera­ tion in St. Joseph’s Hospital, Lon­ don, last week. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery. Mr, and Mrs. Enos Herdman of Elimville visited recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. Horney. Mr. .and Mrs. J. Linden and Ver­ na, of Denfield, and Mr. and Mrs. J, Carter and family, of Clandeboye, visited on Sunday at the home Qi Mr. and Mrs. Archie Parsons.' The many friends of Mr. Arthur } Ricker will be sorry, to learn he is seriously ill at ’his home. Mr. and Mrs. C. Cooper, of Hen­ sail visited on Sunday with Mrs. H. Ricker and Arthur. The Y.'P.S. 'of the United Church are holding their annual spring an­ niversary on Sunday, May 18th. Rev. Beacom, of Grand Bend, will be the guest speaker at both ser­ vices. The YJP.S. ‘presented their play, Aaron Slick from Pumpkin Creek” in Hensail United Church and Zion United Church, Dublin, last week. . Mrs. N. Pybus, of London', is spending .a few days with her moth­ er, Mrs. H. Ricker. Miss Dora Py­ bus, of London, visited on Monday evening with Mrs. H. Ricker. GREENWAY The Harmnoy Class of the United Church are holding their monthly meeting on Friday evening at the •home of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Bro- phey. Mr. and Mrs. J. PranCe, of. Win- chelsea visited on Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. T. Bullock. Mr. Raymond Pollock and Jack of Kerrwood, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Pollock. Mrs. Carman Woodburn, and Marion, spent Monday afternoon with Mrs. Rufus Turnbull, of Grand Bend.- Messrs. Harold Pollock and Sel- bourne English, of Detroit, spent the week-end at their homes here. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Brophey, of Parkhill, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Brophey, Mr. and Mrs. E. Harris, of Brins­ ley, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Woodburn*. THAMES ROAD AND ROYS The Ministerial Association of South Huron met at the manse on Monday afternoon. A paper was read by Rev. Rapson, of Kirkton. Some twenty were present. At the close of the meeting the hostess served lunch out on the lawn. Mother’s Day will be observed next Sunday in all ’churches. Bap­ tismal services will be held at both I churches. Mr. Ronald Gollings has enlisted in the signal corps. We wish him’ every success. Rev. Mair and Mr. John Morgan were at Byron on Saturday. Mrs. Cole of Mount Pleasant gave a reading at the Y.P.U. meeting at Roy’s last Sunday. Mrs. John Hodgert will sing a solo at Roy’s Church next Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. R. Copeland and Don of Gorrie visited at the manse on Wednesday. < ROBERTSON’S CONDITION POWDER (formerly Walker’s) 3 lbs. — $1.00 9 lbs. — $2.45 Further Reduction oh Largei* Quantities Gnarahtded no Filler Results considered, you will find this potvder unequalled as a tonic tor All fatin stock Your Drugs at ROBERTSON’S Phene 50 Exeter M* Falcon Peas, 16-oz. .2 for 25c * Carnation Milk ,. ,.,. .. ,*3, tins for 25c Pork & Beans, 20-oz. tins 3 /pr Pyre Dutch COCOA 1 lb. Bag, 20c Thrift SPAPFLAKES Family Size Each 31c Wonderful LAUNDRYSOAP 10 Bars for 29c Pineapples are nearly over. We will appreciate your order. # Buy Mother a box of Chocolates at Harvey & Harvey Phone 102 Service Grocery We Deliver Evenings .................. ................................................................ ' ■■___ ___ . . .... .. _ GRAND BEND Sunday visitoi’s with Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Turnbull were: Mr. and Mrs, Norman Turnbull and Mr. and Mrs, E, Mousseau, of Kippen; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Holt, Rev. Mr. Grigg, of Exeter, Mr. Erwin Holt, of Galt, and Miss Beulah Holt, of London, spent the week-end here. Mr. Glen Dsejardine, of Petawawa 'spent the week-end with his par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Desjardine. Mrs. Etta Baker and daughter Doris spent the week-end with .Mrs. Wells, of Exeter. Mr. Wally Desjardine spent Sun- • day in London. Mr. and Mrs, Robert Mousseau and little daughter, of St. Cathar­ ines .are visiting Mrs. Mousseau’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Mous­ seau. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Statton were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Baker. Mr. and Mrs. W, B. Oliver were called to the hospital in London where their son, George, had an op­ eration on Monday morning. Mrs. R. Ravelle was able to leave the hospital on .Saturday and was moved to her daughter's home where she will remain for some time. Mr. Wes. Nichols has moved his family back from London after spending a couple of months. Miss Libby Young, of London, is at present visiting with Mrs. Frank Geromette. Mr. Shenk and family moved to Thedford this week. Rev. Mr. Grigg of Exetei’ preached a very inspiring sermon on - Sun­ day morning and everyone is look­ ing forward to hearing him again. Stephen Township Federation of Agriculture will hold its first re­ gular monthly meeting on Monday evening, May 1.2th, at 8.30 p.m. in the township hall, Crediton. Mr. Hugh Hill, prominent dairy farmer, Goderich, will be the guest speaker. A varied program of music, etc., will be provided from school sec­ tions 8, 10, 12, 18 and 17. Every- ’one interested in agricultural prob­ lems is invited to attend the meet­ ing. KHIVA Mr. and Mrs. Albert Cook and Mr. J. Kenney of Detroit spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. B. McCann. Mr. Gordon O'Rourke spent the week-end at Windsor. Miss Eileen Willert, of London, spent the week-end with her par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willert. Mr. Fred .Preeter, of, Stratford, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Ed.. Kraft a few days last week. KIRKTON Don’t fail to hear Carlos Sher- jnan, operatic baritone, of Nevi York and Harvey Robb, organist, of London, who will be among the artists performing at James St. Church, Exeter, May 20th, when the pupils of Stanley J. Smith, A.T.C.M., will appear in recital. Congratulations to Miss S. Moser, teacher, and her four pupils, Nor­ ma Tufts, Leona Dobson; Ray Mor­ rison and Melvin Doupe, on obtain­ ing their entrance certificates. The oldest lady in the village, in the person of Mrs. Mary Allan, who is in her 86th year, has just com­ pleted 70 pairs of men's socks for the Red Cross. Mrs. M. Routly spent Sunday ■vVith liir. and Mrs. Frank Routly, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Whan, of ’To­ ronto, Visited with Mr. and Mrs. John Cluff this past week. O& Meeting The W.M.S. met in the basement of the church Thursday with the 4th line group in charge. The ladies studied the story of one of the greatest home missionaries of the United Church, Rev. Horace .Wrincli, M,D„ d.d., who founded the hospb ‘'M Golden Yellow Banana? , „3 lbs. 25c Sweet Juicy Oranges AU sizes Grapefruit, medium size 6 fop 25c Cpokies, chocolate mallow or assorted 2 lbs, 29$ Choice Peanut Butter per lb., 15c Choice Home-Rendered Lard ,. 3 lbs. 25c Tomatoes, 28-oz, tins 4 2 for 25c Huron Toilet Tissue ,,.. 8 rolls for 25c THIS ADV, GOOD TIEL JUNE 1st for your house* * * Small Down Payment—10 per cent of total price 12 months to pay Minimum monthly payments, $5.00 A 3 per cent discount allowed on prepayment of Unpaid balance * * * Huron Lumber Co. Limited -I tai at Hazleton, B.C., and there serv­ ed for 3 years. He had his degree* in agriculture also. Red Cross Meeting The ladies of the Red Cross who are sewing and knitting, displayed their garments made during the month of April at the home of Mrs. .Reuben Switzer on Thursday, at which some 60 attended. Many from the village- and community as well as from Mt. Pleasant attend­ ed. The ladies in charge were greatly pleased with the interest taken in-theii’ work. We hope the: Red Cross workers will continue: their work. A dainty lunch was served and over $11 was realized. A confirmation service was held; in St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Wednesday evening. Bishop Sea- ger, of London, was present at the laying on of hands. Eight were con­ firmed. There was a good congre­ gation. The choir sang that won­ derful anthem “I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes”, Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Reu­ ben Switzer took the duet and Leon Paul the solo part. •We extend our sympathy to Mrs. Milton Gregory in the death of her father., the late Mr. Henry Muer. Dear Colonel: Whenever my sis­ ter’s twins are quiet, we suspect they are up to some mischief. Sun­ day afternoon while I dropped in for my weekly visit, sis became very uneasy—but finding them sitting quietly in the next room spoke tri them: “I'm glad you children are so good and Sitting quietly so as not to disturb your Daddy while he is taking his nap.” —And the Twins answered in unison: “Yes, mummy, we’re watch­ ing his cigarette burn down to his finders.” —Merely Marian. Those co-eds in a western uni­ versity wiho told an interviewer they did not expect to be kissed the first time out with a date, didn’t say what they hoped. Fleece Wool Price? * ♦ * Coarse ...................28c Medium Staple .26c Low Medium Staple 24c Low Staple ..............24% Black, Seedy, Burry and Cott? 14c Prices delivered, EXETER Wool subject to grad® ■» * * Canada Packers Ltd. EXETER Phone 256