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Home My WebLink AboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1941-12-18, Page 3Page 3 Christmas CAKE ■J We use only the best of materials in ' all Products Fresh Roasted Peanuts ROASTED DAILY Smiles n Cfeldes Chocolates 50c lb. SHORT BREAD AND MINCE PIES ALMOND PASTE 50c a pound XMAS CANDY, CANDY NOVELTIES, FRESH ROASTED PEANUTS Have you tried — — y— —- our Doughnuts? <&■ S£ «£ S eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg eg The Volunteer System In Canada we are endeavoring carry on a war under what called a “yolunteei' system”—-vol unteer for the army, the navy, the ser vices, such as the Red Cross, the War Savings, the salvage campaigns, volunteer fund for relief for; British war victims, for medical supplies for the Russians, for the British children’s Christmas cheer; for Christmas seals for the help of sanitaria patients, Santa Claus fund. Volunteer! What if it only produced successful Would air force; volunteer fox’ wai’ for the a lovely- success, ■the word How volunteer system be if it .were not followed up by hjgh-, wide, and sometimes expensive campaigns? These cam paigns are nobody’s fault, except oqr own—we who fail to volunteer when called on. How few people “volunteer” to serve in any capac ity whatsoever, except the women —'God bless them—they never fail, How many of our men offer to help even in a canvass for funds? How much money would be rais ed for Red Cross, parcels for. boys war victims,' for supplies, if there' or canvasses? We would appreciate your order for Christmas Fruit Bread For Cleanliness, Quality and Service try lll■llll^l■lll■lll^^llll■lllllllll■llllll■lll^lll|l■l|IW■lllll■ll III WOODHAM The Woodham Red Cross shipped to Toronto headquarters the follow ing goods: 10 layettes for babies; 45 boys’ pyjamas, 51 girls’ night gowns, 2 skirts and sweaters for girls, 8 large quilts, 6 crib quilts. A white gift service was held here last Sunday morning. It was a joint service and was held in the auditorium of the church. White draped baskets were placed inside of each door, and a great number of gifts for children were .placed in them. Milton Hooper, this year’s Sunday School superin tendent, conducted the service. A hymn was sung and Rev. A. Laing led in prayer. Miss Rhoda Thomp son read the Scripture lesson arid Lois RUndle read the Christmas story. A trio, Marion Mills, Muriel Stephens and Marion Stephens sang swedtly “Away in a Manger, No Crib for a Bed”. A splendid ad dress was given by Rev. A. Laing. The regular choir rendered a Christmas anthem and the service was closed by the National Anthem and prayer. “ Week-end visitors at their homes here were Wendell Oamm, of Western University, London; Eve lyn Wynn, of London, and Fern Rodd, of Granton. Measles are prevalent in this dis trict and one icase of chicken pox has been reported. The regular ... ... was held in the Orange Hall Monday evening of this week, good program was provided by scholars. Christmas concert on A the -V- old re tire on There are still quite a number of our readers who will remember the days when the James Pickard store was1 a flourishing institution in the village of Exeter. There are-others of us who 'have heard the story oft repeated and yet form ed little conception of the magni tude of the business carried on in the three-storey building now owned by Mr. Sandy Elliot, the two upper floors of which are being transformed into dwelling apart ments. In the course of papering one of the walls on the third stox'ey, Mr. J. W. Hern came upon some interesting and enlightening information that will be of inter est to many and .give some idea of the business carried on in the late In one place it gives a the employees and is is eighties, list of the list The list Office 1. J. Hardware James Pickard R. H. W. J. the date July 10, as follows: ■Pickard J. Pickard Wilkins H. Moncur beside 1889. 1 Miss Jean Walker, an 'Exeter girl, was given an acclamation election to the presidency of Soroptimist Club in London Monday evening. It will be ’her' sec ond term Relieve Misery Improved Vicks Wy Mothers, you will welcome the relief from misery that comes with a “VapoRub Massage.” ' With this more thorough treat ment, the poultice-and-vapor action of Vicks VapoRUb more effectively PENETRATES irritated air . passages with soothing medicinal vapors... stimulates chest and back like a warming poultice or plaster... starts RELIEVING misery * right away! Results delight even old friends of VapoRub. TO GET a “VapoRub Massage” With all its benefits - massage VapoRub for 3 minutes on im portant RIB-AREA OS’ BACK as well as throat and chest — spread a thick layer on chest, cover with a warmed cloth. BE . BurE to Use genuine, time-tested V VICKS VAPORUB. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tinshop 6. Will Folland 7. G. B. Hoskin *. 8. N. D. Edgar 9. Ed. Willis Grocery 10. Ed. Harwood Hi Ed. Roberts 12. Wes. Creech Dry Goods Ed'.. Spackman S. PopleStone T. Bowerman N. Drew Miss Millinery 18. Miss 19. Miss 20. Miss 21. Miss Tailor Shop Miss Dochery Ross Stewart Tait ■Balflsom Daw BUSWell Bissett Miss Miss Miss Miss Gipson Dockery Down Hersey Weekes L. B. c. 0, Uiii Thomas t Pickard CrOeCh BroWii BW, 1M1 local sav- THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE I I t Phone 86 Hardware Merchant Coleman Lamps, Lanterns, &?• Irons Ss Practical Gifts' ray Mission Band was held on Mon- 4uy, December 8th, in the‘primary room of the Sunday School, with Ralph Switzer leading the meet-1^ ing which was opened with the;^ hymn “Away in a Manger”, and ’ all repeating the Lord's Prayer in unison. The slate of officers for 1942 was then presented as follows: Supt, Miss Watkins; Balkwill; Knight; Sweitzer; sec., Joan Balkwill; Yvonne Smith; mite box sec., ion Webber; offering takers, Gilbert Witmer, Bobby Russell, 'Georgie Snell; book secretaries, Louisa Woods, Wanda- Smith. The slate of officers Was approved. Hymn 30'4 was sung and the Mission Band Pur pose and Mission Band Prayer re peated • in unison, Scripture read ing by Claire Balkwill was-follow ed by a Christmas story, b.i’ M^iss, Watkins, Hymn 295 was sung and Mrs, Woods gave the 2nd ’ chapter of the study book. A letter from Miss Inman, of Trinidad, was read by Mrs, Johns and a letter of ap preciation to Mrs. Johns was read by Ralph Sweitzer. The lettex’ was as foil owns: Dear Mrs. Johns: We, the members of the Murray Mission Band, wish to extend to you our sincere thanks for your services Only the I (-0 lis duidng ^he years that you pres., Paul 1st vice-pros,, Jack Me- 2nd vjqe-pres., Ralph treas., Marion Woods; Hopper; cor, see., Claire World Friends’ sec., Mar- come to where you will find a big assortment of gifts that will be appreciated Our stock is carefully selected and pomp rises useful and practical gifts which will give happiness on Christmas Day and throughout all the year. war services, overseas, help foi’ the sick, medical were not “draws” t Have we got to forget, to aban don this “volunteer system” entire ly? If so, the quickei’ we do it the better it will be. Without the can vasses, what would the “volunteer J system” have produced? minimum number of men, very meagre funds for Red Cross, for war services for wai’ savings, for salvage, for relief of war victims, for Christmas seals, for, anything and everything need ed at this timeA ■ What do we need in Exeter just now? Greatly increased war ings, funds fox* British war vic tims and children cheer, funds for local Banta Claus^ help to buy med ical supplies for the Russians, and ’■ to save and help to collect waste) material foi’ the Red Cross. Thej Banks and Pbst Office- will accept1 your funds and give you a receipt. I The Red Cross women will accept your offer of help to collect sal vage. Why not volunteer to-day? Electric Heaters Electric Irons $2.75 to $5.95 Electric Toasters $2:50 to $4.95 Christmas Tree Lights Carving Sets Pocket Knives 25c to $1.25 Skates and shoes for every member of the family. We have a large stock' to choose from and our stock was bought before the rise in price. Get our prices. Gilette Razors Shaving Brushes Pyrex Ovenware Knives and Forks Scissors, 25c to $1.75 Tools, Hammers ‘ Wrenches, Drills, Saws You never saw a saw that saws like these saws saw. fig . I LU lib Q.y.lJ.Hg, vHQ yUcLLS Llld/L yuu of - uniformed | have been the Superintendent of our Mission Band. You have given a great deal of your time and en ergy in promoting a missionary spirit among our members and we want you to know that your efforts have been appreciated and to feel that you will always be welcome to attend any of our meetings. Signed on behalf of the Mur ray Mission Band, President, Paul Balkwill, , Secretary, Verna Heaman. The meeting was closed vrith the singing of hymn 312’and the bene diction. Caven W.M.S. Meeting The, W.M.S. of Caven church was held on Thursday, December 11th, at the home of Mrs. H. Whyte, with I a fair attendan.ee. In the absence I of the president and vice-president, •j Miss Jeckell took the chair. Mrs. «Strang led the devotional exercises, j Being the last meeting of the year I the conveners of the various com- fnxittees gave . their.annual reports, j Eleven meetings were held during I the r year, the roll , showing that three members attended < all the meetings and several only missed one. A special feature of the meet ing was the presentation of a Life Membership Certificate by the So ciety to Miss M. Weekes, the pre sentation being made, by Mrs. Sil- lery. A paper on' “The ^Meaning of Christmas” was given* by Miss Jeckell. Tbie following officers were nominated by 'the committee. Mrs. Johnston and Mrs. Easton, and duly installed fox* thfe co'riiing yerir: President, Mrs. Wm. Sillery; 1st vice-president, Mrs. E,. Pollen; 2nd vice-president, Mrs. R, G. -Seldon; , TT c . -.’.secretary,. Mrs. H. Whyte; treasurer,Grdnd Bend Unit of the Exeter Mrs. Kydd; supply> Miss Hatter; Glad Tidings, Mrs. Hatter; Home Helpers, Mrs. Easton; welcome and welfare, .. Miss Weekes; Mission Band, Miss Jeckell; library and literature, Mrs. Huke; press, Mrs. Strang; pianist, Mrs. Dow; audi tors, Mrs. J. iPryde and Mrs. W. Seldon. A social half hour «was enjoyed at the close of the meeting. WINCHELSEA A large number from here at-, tended the Xmas concert on Thurs day night last put, on by the Wiri- chelsea School in the Eliniville church. ’ \ ’ Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johns and. family, of Zion, visited on. Sunday j with Mr, and Mrs. F, V. Horne. I Mr. and Mrs. Roy Brock and Shir ley, of Kirkton,, visited on , Friday with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brock. Mr. arid Mirs. R. E. Pooley and family and Miss Ella , Francis vis- ■ ited on Sunday with Mr. arid Mrb. Geo. Davis. Mr. and Mrs. Brttce Coopex’ and Isabelle, of Elimville, visited, on ■ Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Horace Deibridge. v- GRAND BEND- Red Ci’oss Meeting Red Cross held their monthly meet ing in the Schoolhouse On De’cem- ber 8, with the president, J. W. Holt, in the ’chair, The meeting was opened with a chorus by the senior, pupils of. the school, led by Mr.. Douglas Gill. After a .short business session and a splendid, program consisting of recitations’, readings, musical selections, which was much. enjoyed by all present. The monthly shipment for Decem ber consisted of 15 pairs of socks, 3 V-neck sweaters, 1 turtle-neck sweater, 1 scarf, 2 pairs mitts, 2 shirts, 5 quilts, .2 afghans, 2 child ren’s sweaters, 6 knitted baby sets, 2 bonnets, 2 pairs bootees, 2 pairs mitts, 2 waists, 3 shirts, 1 boy’s suit, 1 Crib duilt. The Red Cross auction sale held in the church slied proved a great success, proceeds amounting to $250.00. -V— ’ BRINSLEY Who are glad to report that Mrs. Anthony Rowe, who has 'been in the hospital for some time has re turned home much improved. Mrs. JaS. Rowe is in the hospi tal' in London* having undergone a serious operation. Mr. and Mrs. .Hai’dld Lee are smiles. It’s a daughter., • Miss Hellie Lriwis iS visiting the home of Mr. Earl Motley. A Special feature of the ordinary Sunday order of service at the Un ited church was the singing Of Christmas carols. The sermon by Rev. Mr. Turner also was of special Christmas sentiment. The choir rendered a Christmas number Come All i all at Ye Faithful, -----y 0 Main St. "W.M.S. Meeting The Christmas meeting of the W.M.S. of Main' St. United Church was held on Thursday, Dec. 11th, at the home of Mrs. Archie Ryck- man, with .the president leading*. The opening hymn, “O Little Town of Bethlehem” No. 51, was sung and a poem' read by "Mrs. Penrose, "The Lighthouse Keeper”, followed by Prayer for our missionaries who may be rfeturriing from oi’ held in Japan. The business period came next. Minutes Of the last meeting were dealt with and Mrs. Penrose reported that instead of a Mission Circle it was"decided to‘organize a Junior Y.P. Society. It was moved by Mrs. Medd and seconded by Mrs. Johris that the W.M.S. supply the Mission Band with fifteen World Friends foi' 1942. The question of printing programs was left ovei' for the executive. Moved by Mrs. Gariip- Bell, seconded by Mrs. Sims and ap proved that the executivo meet at the home of Mrs. Chas. Johns on Tuesday evening, Deceriiber 16 th to arrange for program for 1942. , The program, “A Canadian Friendship Carol Service” was led by the pre sident, with Mrs. Medd as pianist and many of the members taking part in responses and closing the benediction. with RESIDENTS GIVE io Bible society Stewart , TaylOi* inner ett Vesper B. Knight G. Sheeire Geo. Geo. Fred Wm. Wm; S. Westaway D. Rowclitfe Will Quance Wm............. ’ • W. G; M. • « The latter two names could riot be distinguished. ' • 1 HIBBERT $ 73.5a The Collectors have made their annual canvass for the Hibbert branch of the Upper Canada Bible Society and the following amounts have been received by the treasur er: west, iio-ii $18.36 $7'.35; $3.15; *$4.52; $73,62. South Boundary, $3.75 , $4.76 West, , . . ■8-9 West, $10.70; 8-9 6-7 west, $3.00 4*5 east, $2,301 Huron Road, ,$4.00 12-13 $7/65; oast 10*:■11 6-7 2-3 12-13 $3,40; east, east, east, east, total,i following were elected: Teacher, W. G. Medd; pres., Frank Wild- fong; vice-pres., Miss Eva Pearce; sec.-treas., Clifford Quance; mem bership comm., Miss Eva Pearce, E.' R. Hopper, Mrs. E. R. Hopper, Helen Dignan and Ellis Pearce. Class will provide candles for Candle-Light and Carol Ser- for the Christmas service on evening, December 21st. Miss The the vice Sunday Rev. M. A. Hunt and Mrs. Hunt wexu?* guests of the class and Mr. Hunt gave a fine inspirational ad dress especially for young people. A very pleasant social time was spent during the lunch which fol lowed the program. ----------V---------- KIRKTON WOMAN PASSES IN STRATIFQRD HOSPITAL The death occurred in Stratford General Hospital oh Saturday night, about 9 o’clock/ of Alma Francis, widow of the late George. Mills, of Kirkton, aged 78 years. Mrs. Mills was taken to the hos pital about two weeks ago, but. be fore that had been .in* fairly good health. . She , was born near Kirkton, daughtei* of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Francis, and had lived in that district all hex* life. Following her marriage about 55 years ago, she moved to the village of Kirk ton, where her husband conducted a shoe repair business until his death about two years ago. Surviving are a son, Francis Mills, Bradshaw, Alberta; one bro ther, Arthur Francis, Exeter; and a sister, Mrs. Maude Heywood, Exe ter. Arthur Mills, of Stratford, is a brother-in-law. The funeral ser vices were .held from the Marriott Funeral Home, St. Marys, on Tues day afternoon at 2 o’clock; thence to 'Carlingford Cemetery for inter ment. Rev. Rapson, Kirkton Un ited church, had charge of the ser vices. £- ® I r 8 ■ wsev a MsSuHmsw ■ i!wK>aleikaV Of all the useful things you can present your family, there is nothing more enjoyable than Furniture. Make your house a home your family will be really proud of . .. one where your sons and daughters will love to entertain. We have a large stock of occasional pieces at surprisingly low prices. We invite you to call whether you purchase .or not. LAMPS Tri-Light Lamps, Bridge Lamps, Table * Lamps, Bed Lamps, Pin-up Lamps and Radio Lamps that are attractive and useful in the home. They make lovely gifts. Priced from $2.00 up. A splendid collection of Oc casional Tables. All hand some pieces in Walnut and Cherry from $1.25 up. Occasional and Recliner Chairs Smokers, Magazine and End Tables, Hassocks, Breakfast Suites. Cedar Chests, Crystal and Plate Glass Mirrors, Child’s Sets that will delight the children. R.N.ROWE Phone 20W MADE IN CANADA cere* apsoh* cards, 'Bep* Boxed atOP-Mb ;tC. KL-52 *- Flvd lubes One of the most popu lar TeleChron Wall Clocks... Finished in Ivory; black, pastel green or fed. Height 7’/2’7 depth 21/2". Fellowship Hour and Annual Meeting A delightful and profitable lowship Hour Was held under Class, Main Street United Church, on Sunday evening following the evening service. Mr, Gerald Skin ner presided and led in a service of song. Reports were given by the teacher, W. G. Medd and the treas urer, Clifford Quance. The reports showed an increase of membership and in attendance during the year. The minister, Rev. N. J. Woods, had charge of the elections. The Fel- - , the'* auspices of the Young People’s1’runing range 540 to 1720 kc. Phonograph connection. Automatic Vbluine Control. Here are gifts that 'ivill make her fefel like a Queen — gifts that will speted and siihpiify household t asks and give her more time to her self. General Electric Appliances are smart in design and will help her to make the home better and happier* See them today. R. E. Russ eh Gracofully stream- lined, ruggedly con structed turnover type Through-cord switch Permanently attached cord. Chromo finish. FMO *- Electric Kettle, bells enough water for 4 cups of fed in 3 minutes. CnraiWa* plate finish, . F. Skinner