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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1942-03-19, Page 5Page 5 TOE EXETER TIMES*ADVOCATE HENSALL inMiss Edna Walsh spent a day London recently, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Jones i moving to Hensail this week. Miss Mildred Smillie of Atwood spent here. Mr, don a week, Pte, Fred Beer, of London, spent the week-end with his wife and family, Miss Georgia Murray, of London, spent the week-end with Miss Jean­ nie Murray. Mr, Max Hudson of the R.C.A.F, at Fingal visited in and around Hen­ sail recently, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clifton, of Brucefield, spent a day with Mrs. Dow recently, Mr. Roy MacLaren, of St. Cath­ arines, spent the week-end with Mrs, MacLaren and Donnie. Mrs. Crisbett, of Brucefield, spent a short time with her friend, Mrs. Dow, during the .past week. Mr, and Mrs. George Gould, of 'Clinton, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. George Walker. Mr, and Mrs. Whitney Carter, Don­ ald and Catherine, of Clinton, spent Sunday with friends in Hensall, Mr. Jack Corbett, who has se­ cured a position in London," spent the week-end with his wife and family here. Mr. and Mrs, Norman Alexander and baby of Londesboro, visited on Sunday with friends in and around Hensall, Mrs. Richardson, who sustained a fractured shoulder recently while attending her household duties, is getting along nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Parsons and little son, of Seaforth, spent Sun­ day with 'the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Parsons. Mr. and Mys. Ted Taman and baby, of Listowel, and Mr, and Mrs. G. Laughton and son, Van, of Toronto, spent the week-end with Mrs. C. A. McDonnel. Dr. Smith, of St. Marys, visited with Mr. and Mrs. G. C, Petty on Sunday. Mrs. Smith has been here for some time, owing to her fath­ er’s illness. Mr. Milton Ortwein, of London, accompanied by his daughter-in- law, Mrs. Lloyd Ortwein, also of London, spent the week-end with friends in ’Hensall. Mrs. Ken Hicks and children, Janet and Billy, have returned from Parkhill, where they have spent the past week or so visiting with Mrs. Hicks’ mother, Mrs. Nicholson. Miss Jean Murray, who spent part of last week in Toronto, returned home on Friday. She was accom­ panied here by Dr. and Mrs. Smil­ lie and baby and Mrs. Smillie’s sis­ ter, Mrs. Buchanan. There was a splendid attendance at the St. Patrick’s dance on Fri­ day evening last. The hall was suit­ ably decorated for the occasion. Good music was furnished by Adam Brock and his Columbians. The dance was sponsored by the Cham­ ber of Commerce and a good sum of money was realized for war pur­ poses. A real treat is in store for the piublic on Tuesday evening, March 24th, when the local branch of the Red Cross will sponsor a con­ cert in the town hall. There will be tap dancing, floral dancing, drills, songs and a one-act play, “Black Clouds in China”. Bring your friends and enjoy a real evening’s entertainment. In Carmel Presbyterian church Rev. Wm. Weir conducted splendid services, continuing his series of sermons on the last words of Jesus on the cross. The morning anthem was “Saviour of the World” and in the evening a beautiful quintet, “ 'Twas Calvary”, was rendered by Marion and Louis MacLaren Irene Hoggarth, W.’ A. MacLaren and Rev. Wm. Weir. Mr. Frank Farquhar, who had the misfortune to break a bone in his ankle, while attending a hockey 1 match in Seaforth recently is rest­ ing comfortably at his home. Mr. Edighoffer, of Zurich, is in charge of Mr. Farquhar’s barber shop. ' Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Hedden, Mona and Betty, of Hamilton, spent the week-end in Hensall. They were accompanied here by Mrs. Cather- ine Hedden and Mona who have spent some months' in St. Cathar­ ines. There was a siplendid attendance at the United church on Sunday , morning. During the service Rev. R. A. Brook baptized the following babies: Margaret Ann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Smillie; Inez Jean, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Smil­ lie and Gwendolyn Alice, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lome Chapman, i Mr. Brook gave a fine discourse. In the morning the anthem was “The Morning Light is Breaking”, and in the evening the anthem was “I Will Remember Thee”. Diplomas and seals wore given tn several of the children for perfect attendance at Sunday School. Farwell—•Smalo A pretty wedding was solemnized recently in St. Cecile Cathedral, Valleyfield, Quebec, by Mbnsigneur eldest daugh- George Smale, the bride of are the week-end at her home W. A. MacLaren was in Lon- couple of days during the past Clarence W. Farwell, only son of Mr. and Mrs. George K, Farwell, of. Zurich, length corded match, the shoulders les and bouquet of butterfly roses, The young couple will reside in VaUeyfield, Que. A community dinner, sponsored by the Tuckersmith Federation of Agriculture and the Hensall Cham­ ber of Commerce, will be held in the town hall, Hensall, on Friday evening, March 20th, at 6..30. R. J, Scott, of Belgrave, will be the speaker, Tickets may be purchased from the following; Ross Forest, Robert McGregor, Glen McLean, Ivan Forsythe, R, Tindall, I, OLeary, W. Broadfoot, W, Crick and Jim McIntosh. The members of the Hensall W.I. will serve the dinner. Carmel Ladies* Aid The dress crepe brown bride wore a street- of old gold French with small hat to tulle veil falling to and brown accessor- Ellis and Lenore Norminton. The schoolroom was beautifully decor­ ated for the occasion by Mrs. Drys­ dale, Mrs, R. J* Paterson and Mrs* Mickle. The program committee consisted of Mrs. Cross and Mrs. Sherritt* Among the numbers heard during the community singing were “The More We Get Together”, “Peg­ gy O’Neil”, “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling”, “My, Wild Irish Rose” and “The Wearing of the Green.” • spendlag a Haist spent II returned to] i arns Thursday, March 19 th, 19'4$ Leger, when Isohel, ter of Mr. and Mrs. of Hensall, became The regular mpnthly meeting of the Ladies’ Aid of Carmel Presby­ terian , church was held in the schoolroom on Tuesday evening, March 17th, with Mrs, Manson in the chair. The meeting opened with hymn 606, “All the Way My Saviour Leads Me”, followed ‘hy the Lord’s Prayer. The minutes of the previous meeting were read by Mrs. W. A, MacLaren, after which a period of business was held. Hymn 437, “Dear Lord and Father Mankind”, was sung. MacLaren and Mrs. ducted a number of which a ten cent tea group 1. ’ Mrs. Peter Cannel Church W*M,S. The regular monthly meeting of the W.M.S. of Carmel Presbyterian church was held in the school­ room of the church pn Thursday, March 12th, at 3 p.m. Mrs. A, D. MacEwen had charge of the meet­ ing, which was opened by singing hymn lowed unison, brews, McCully, wered by a verse of scripture on Faith. Mrs, Annie Logan and Mrs. Parkins reported having made eighteen calls on the sick and’ shut- ins, Mrs. C. Hudson and Mrs. •Walker will be the visiting commit­ tee for April. The following were appointed to take charge of the next 'two meetings: Mrs. R. Y. Mac- Laren, Mrs. D. Bark, Mrs. Manson and Mrs. A. Dougall. The April meeting will be a very special one as it is the W.M.S. Easter thank- The date will be Wed- April 22nd. The guest “Faith of Our Fathers”, fol- by the Red Cross prayer in , The Scripture lesson, He- chapter 11, was read by Mrs. The roll call was ans- of . Mrs. W. A, Cameron con- ■ contests, after) was served by j Moir i Mrs. Peter Moir, prominent Hen-; sail resident, died at her home latej Monday afternoon, the result of aj stroke which she suffered on Sun­ day, from which she failed to rally. I She was the former Annie McAllis-i ter. She is survived by her hus-i lpwed by the Lord’s Prayer, band, two sons, Clifford and Mel-| was a splendid attendance at the vin, of Hensall, four daughters, i meeting. (Rosie), Mrs. Passmore, of Us- Meetingborne; (Anna), Mrs. Oscar Tuckey,j ’ ’ 8 of near Exeter; (Pearl), Mrs. Law-! „ Th^ regular^ monthly, meeting of rence Baynham, of Hensall; and/’ ” ” Helen at home; two brothers, Dr. Arthur McAllister, of Georgetown and Charles McAllister, of Toronto. She was a member of Carmel Pres­ byterian church. The funeral was private and was held from the home on Wednesday at 2.30 p.m. to Hen­ sall Union cemetery. A quartette assisted with the music. The bear­ ers were John R. Stewart, Wm. Da­ vidson, Mr. Reynolds, Jas. Smillie, Alex. Buchanan and Dr. Jas. Bell. Arnold Circle Meets offering, nesday, speaker will be Miss Laura Pelpon, of Blyth. Miss Pelpon is an out­ standing speaker and she will ad­ dress the Arnold Circle on the pre­ vious evening, Hymn* 419 was sung, after which Mrs. R, Y. Mac­ Laren led in prayer. Mrs. W. A. MacLaren conducted a Bible quiz., The topic, “Service”, was taken by Mrs. Workman. Hymn 531, “How Firm a Foundation”* was sung, fol- There . CREDITQN Mrs. Chris Wein is week in London* Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Tuesday in Toronto. Miss Ella Morlock Thedford after spending a few days at her home, Mr, H. K* Eilber is in Toronto attending the Ontario Mutual Fire Underwriters* convention. Mrs. M. W, Teller has been vis­ iting for a week with her daughter, Miss Helen Teller, in Toronto. Mr. Jack Morlock has been quite We hope for a speedy Bob Blackwell, of the week-end here. Freeman Morlock, underwent an operation in Joseph’s Hospital, London, is improving nicely and is expected home this week, Mr, and Mrs. Russel Clark and son Glen, of home owing Clark’s sister, Exeter, Mrs, called home from Brampton. Hord—Berry Nuptials A quiet but pretty wedding solemnized at the Metropolitan ited church parsonage at London on Saturday afternoon, March 14th, when Mrs. Alfretta Berry, of Cre- diton, and Mr. Walter Hord, of To­ ronto, were united in .marriage by Rev. W. E. MacNivens, The bride was very becomingly attired in a cos­ tume of air force blue, with cor­ sage of pink rose buds. She was attended by Miss Marguerite Hord, of Toronto, while Mr. Jack McClure, also of Toronto, supported the groom. After a short honeymoon trip, they will reside in Toronto. Mrs. Hord’s many friends in Credi- ton join in extending to the happy couple wishes for a long and happy wedded life. ill. Mr. spent Mr. cently St. recovery, Toronto, who re- Detroit, were called to the death of Mr. Mrs, Victor Kestle, of Harry Dale was also was Un- DASHWOOD Mr* Ervin Schade is confined to his home suffering from pneumonia. Mr, and Mrs. E. Bartllff, of Clin­ ton, were Sunday visitors with Mrs* Merner. Mr. afid Mrs. Mervyn Tieman and Nancy spent Sunday with friends In Kitchener. Mr. Jacob Shoemaker and My, Billie Shoemaker, of Pigeon, Mich., •visited with relatives here over the week-end. Mr. Roy Neeb and sister, Mrs. Mosher, of Pontiac, Mich., spent the week-end with their mother, Mrs. Mary Neeb, Mr* and Mrs, Philip Fassold at­ tended the funeral of her sister, the late Mrs. Wiggins, at Ingersoll on Tuesday, Mr. Glen Walper, who has been engaged with Harry Hoffman, left last week for Kitchener where he Will go into training, A number of boys attended the hockey match in Toronto on Satur­ day night, returning home on Sun­ day. The boys report they had a good time. Miss Eunice Oestreicher, of Lon­ don, and friend, Miss Lois Smith, of Oil Springs and Donald Oestreicher, of London, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. A. E, Oestreicher. Sunday visitors with Mrs. Emma Dietrich Dietrich My. and ily, Mr. and Mr. Shipka; Restemeyer and Mr* and Mrs. Billie Ziler, of the 14th concession of Hay. The Yoiung People’s Mission Circle of the Evangelical church held a very successful St. Patrick’s tea in the church basement on Sat­ urday afternoon. The church was beautifully decorated in green and white with hats, pipes, and sham­ rocks adding special attraction. The tea tables were centred with a lovely shamrock and green tapers, over which Mrs. C. Becker and Mrs. A. E. Oestreicher presided. Ten tables were placed, carrying out the green and white color scheme and girls' served, dressed in green white aprons and caps. About guests attended. Mr. and Mrs. Milford family, of Windsor; Jack Ryan and fam- Mrs. Lorne Dietrich were and Mrs. and and Mrs. Roy Dietrich, of Mr.and Mrs. Leonard The Red & White Store WE EXPECT TO HAVE BANANAS WEDNESDAY *r If you like a strong coffee—- try Plum, Raspberry and Apple, Pineapple oo ...AURORA COFFEE Marmalade; CrdhAPple 39c a lb.Jelly, Peach Jam *.2 lb, tins Red and White Mixed Tea 38c per i/2 lb. Aylmer Catsup Red & White Red & White 2 foa? 2$c Liquid Wax Pastry Flour Jello Pudding 39c 24 pound 79c 3 for 25c Shipes without VanCamp’s polishing Tomato JuiceJBabhitt’s Cleanser 5c pkg. D Gold Medal 2 for 19c Pumpkin Red & White Post Toasties choice Super Soft Tissue 2 for 15c 2 fpr 25c 3 for 25c l Owing to wartime restrictions we would appreciate your orders before 10 a.m and 4 p.m< Prompt Delivery Harvey & Harvey ■The regular meeting of the Ar­ nold Circle of Carmel Presbyterian church was held at the, home 'of Miss Beryl Pfaff on Tuesday even­ ing, March 17th. Miss Sally Man- son gave the call to worship, after1 which hymn 391 was sung, followed by prayer by Mrs. Violet Hyde.: The scripture lesson was read by Miss tians from Mrs. “Zion’s King Shall Reign Victor­ ious”, was sung. The minutes were read and adopted,' followed by roll call and offering. It was decided to have a sausage and bean supper on March 31. The topic, “Suffer­ ing, Human and Divine” was given by Miss Ruth Mcllvenna. The meet­ ing closed with hymn 371, “O Spir­ it of the Living God” and the bene-; diction, by the . Mildred Hackney. “Chris- in a World at War”, taken the Glad Tidings was read by George Moir, Hymn 381, . A dainty lunch was served] hostess. j Red Cross Notes following articles were ship- pedf* from the Red Cross rooms re­ cently, eight boxes in all: 64 girls’ blouses, 33 quilts, 12 pairs mitts, 3 4 girls’ skirts,. 1 blanket, 6 ambu­ lance pillows, 5 scarves, 75 pairs socks, 10 pairs gloves, 10 alterna­ tive caps, 15 turtle-neck sweaters, 5 pairs seamen’s mitts, 5 seamen’s scarves, 3 aero caps, 15 turtle-neck tuck-ins, 15 pairs seamen’s socks. Surprises galore are in store for those fortunate folks who manage to see the Red Cross Revue in Hen­ sall next committee ping show, be variety, the way from a bit of light opera to slapstick comedy. But of course the main feature will be that “Truth or Consequence” quiz which should The of the whole matter is that . have to suffer the “conse- if you fail to be at thii in Hensall town hall , March 24th. W.M.S. Birthday The ahnual birthday W.M.S. of the United held in the schoolroom of the churCh on Tuesday at 3 p.m, There was a splendid attendance of members and guests, which W.M.S. Of 'Chiselhurst, dent, Mrs. W. B, Cross, was in the chair and gave the welcome. Com* miiiftity singing, directed by MlsS Greta Lahithie with Mrs. Sherritt at the piano. The guest speaker was. Rev. Reba Hern, of Varna United church, who gave a splendid ad* dress on “Interrupted Power” Albert Sherray contributed a iug piano solo; vocal solo by Broderick, accompanied by Broderick; vocal duet by Doris and! Lloyd Buchanan; readings by Miss' .. \ The-/ - Tuesday evening. The is lining up. a fast-step- the motto of which will The program ranges all 1 the Hensall W.I. was held at the I home of Mrs. (Rev.) Weir on Wed­ nesday evening, March 11th, with l-the president, Miss Beryl Pfaff, in the chair. The meeting was open­ ed by singing the Institute Ode, fol­ lowed by “Blest be the Tie That Binds”. In the absence of the sec­ retary, Mrs. Ken Hicks, the minut­ es were read by Miss Gladys Luker. The roll call was answered by the handiest article in my kitchen. The motto, “Take pains with your meals and you won’t have <them after­ wards”, was taken by Mrs. James McAllister. A period of business was held, during which plans were made in connection with the ban2 quet to which the members of the W.I. will cater on Friday evening next. hand over the money on hand,at pre­ sent to the Red Cross’. As the next meeting will be the annual meeting, a nominating committee was named with Mrs. Blowes as convener and Mrs. Kyle and Mrs. McLarnon are to act with 'her. “Home on the Range” was sung, aftei’ which Mrs. Chipchase gave a demonstration on how to hemstitch a border on a guest towel. A duet was rendered by Dor­ is and Lloyd Buchanan, “The White Cliffs of Dover”, accompanied by Doris on the guitar. As an encore they sang “You Are My Sunshine”. The guest speaker of the evening •.was Mrs. Wilson Broadfoot, who gave a very interesting talk. Mrs. Broadfoot (the former Maud Mc­ Lean) was a very active member of the Hensall W.I. before her mar­ riage and also was president for a time. A humorous reading, given by Miss Ellis, “Mrs. Candid Enter­ tains" was much enjoyed, also “Some Go to Church”. Mrs. W. C. Good­ win, who was co-hostess for the evening, conducted a number of contests, after which a dainty lunch was served by Mrs. McLarnon, Mrs. Kyle and Mrs. McNaughton. A vbte of thanks was tendered Mrs. Weir for the use of her home. The National Anthem was sung, bring­ ing a delightful evening to a close. Miss Gladys Luker presided at the piano throughout. The April meet­ ing will be held at the home of Mrs. W. A. MacLaren. C. G. I. T. The C.G.I.T. of the Crediton Un­ ited church held their regular meet­ ing at the home of Joyce Chambers on Saturday, March 14th. The meet­ ing was opened with a sing-song and prayer. Business was discuss­ ed. The program presented by Lois Swartz’s group was as follows: Hymn “God Sees the Little Spar­ row Fall”; prayer by Velma Hill; poem by Donna Wright and a piano instrumental by Joyce Chambers. The study book, “Lantern in ;China Sky” was taken by Swartz. Games were played liunch was enjoyed by all. next meeting will be held at the, home of Betty Mawhinney’ on Mar. 28. Mission Circle Meeting The March Young People’s the Evangelical the home of Mr. with twenty-two members in atten­ dance. After the singing of the creed, 'the president, Mrs. Lawr­ ence Wein, took charge of the busi­ ness. The stewardship phase for this month was presented in the form of a dialogue entitled “Sacri­ fice”, aftei' which the literary com­ mittee took charge of the follow­ ing program: Quiet music, “Take Time to be Holy”, scripture, res­ ponsive reading in song and prose; presentation of the study chapter, piano solo, organ lunch of the committee, Mrs. Lorne Mor- lock, Aldonna Wuerth, Lula Mol- lard, Verna Cunningham, Mrs. Lawrence Wein and Maleeda Schenk, ten and 120 It was moved that the W.I. 1 ZION the Lois and The Mr. HARPLEY and Mrs. Ross Love eithei1 be a riot or cause one. “truth” you will quence” concert Tuesday, is on Party party of church was the included the The presi- , Mrs, pleas* Joyce Mrs, themeeting of Mission Circle of church was held at and Mrs, Ezra Faist Mr. De­ Mr. of Goderich, Mr. Robert Mur- the airport. Lloyd Love and visited on Sunday solo, patriotic reading, vocal St. Patrick’s reading, mouth selection and song. A dainty was served by the members on, Friday Love and their farm them pros- WOODHAM will 27. the Mr. Laurene Hern spent Sunday after­ noon at her home. The Farm Forum was held in the Zion School on. Monday night. Mrs. George Earl, of Exeter, spent several* days in the community last week. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Kerslake spent Sunday evening With Mr. and Mrs. James Earl. Mrs. Arthur Kerslake and Patsy spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs, Melville Hern. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Visited on Sunday with Mr. Warren Brock and Mrs. Brock, Who celebrated her eight­ ieth birthday. A box social was held in Zion school last Friday Were lantern slides after which Mr. It, itidned the boxes, which amounted to wore for the church. Rowcliffe and Mrs. William evening. There and a .program, 11. Dooley auc- The proceeds, thirty dollars, Renew Now! The next community meeting be held Friday evening, March Miss Olive Thacker spent week-end with her parents', and Mrs. Fred Pattison. Mrs. Hiram Copeland has return­ ed home after visiting a couple of weeks with her London. Miss Gladys was a week-end of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wes­ ley Shier. Mrs. Victor Cllatten and little son are holidaying at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ralph Denham, of Fort Erie. At last Sunday morning’s church service Miss Alma TreWaitha sang very sweetly the solo, “I Shall Not Pass Again This Way”. The Mission Band met last Sun­ day afterno'on at 2 o’clock and Sun­ day evening last the Young People’s Union met in the basement of the church. Lantern slides were shown, pictures which had been taken all across the continent. They were both instructive and interesting. The fourth community meeting was held Friday evening last with a splendid attendance and with the Sth line taking charge of the pro­ gram. Hey. A, Laing gave an In­ teresting address; Miss Alma Tre­ Waitha and Mrs. F. Pattison gave humorous readings; Mrs. Fred Mills favored with several selections on guitar and mouth organ and Mr. Wm. Rodd and Master J. Mills also gave good readings; several sing­ songs led by Miss TreWaitha en­ livened the meeting. After this a good time was spent At progressive crokinole and lunch Was served by the committee In charge. . daughter, Ethel, in Shier, of London, guest at the home 0 spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hutchison. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Young, of Corbett, visited on Friday with and Mrs. Eddy Hartle. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Mellin, of troit, spent the week-end with and Mrs. Joe Carruthers. 1 Mr. John Schank, has returned to ray’s to work at Mr. and Mrs. baby, of London, with Mr. and Mrs. Ross Love. Miss Helen Love visited over the week-end with her grand-; father, Mr. John Love, at Grand Bend. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Mellin, of Wheatley visited over the week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Car- nwthers. A number from here attended the U.F.W.O. club dance at Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Patterson’s evening. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Maurice have moved 'to near Exeter. We wish perity in their new home. Mr. Thornton Sherritt, who had the misfortune to break a bone in his shoulder, is getting along nice­ ly and will soon be able >to be around again. Coming home from school on Monday evening, Master Gordon Eagleson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Eagleson, had the misfortune to be struck by a car and 'had his leg broken above the knee. He Was tak­ en to the hospital and we under­ stand he is getting along nicely. Mr. the Art Brophey was the driver of car. CENTRALIA Mr. Edwin Millar and Mr, Clar­ ence -Knight visited on Sunday with Mr. Harold Penwarden. Mr. and Mrs, F. Penwarden spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Warren Brock of Zion, it being the occasion of Mrs. W. Brock’s eight­ ieth birthday. The annual pot luck ’ supper of the Home and School Club will be held in thet school on Friday, Mar. 20th, for members and families and anyone caring to join. The guest speaker will be Mr. Beacom, of Goderich. Everyone try to be on hand. Mr, W. T. Colwill is in the west on a business trip. J Miss Violet Watkins, of Exeter, was a week-end guest with Mr. and Mrs. Reg. Hodgson. Miss Eleanor Downing, of Delhi, spent the week-end with her friend, Miss Ruby Merriam. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hodgson spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Cecih Hodgson in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Pollard spent Sunday in Thedford with relatives and attended the funeral of the late Mr. Andrew Flynn. Shirley Lightfoot, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Lightfoot is ill with rheumatism. We hope that she will soon be able to be around again. Mr. and Mrs. R. Hale and family of Montreal were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Otto Brown last week. Mr. Hale, who was a former employee of Mr. Brown, is now with the R.C.A.F. Mrs. Geo. Cook, of London, spent a couple of days last week with her sister, Mrs. B. D. Cook, who is con­ fined to her bed with poisoning in her hand. Her many friends hope for a speedy recovery. On Friday evening of this week the members of the Centralia Home and School Club will meet in the school for their annual supper meet­ ing, followed by their regular month­ ly meeting. A good program is be­ ing planned and everybody is wel­ come. The crokinole party held in the schoolroom, of the church on Friday evening under the auspices of the Y.P.U. was well attended. Rev. Mer­ riam was winner of the first prize, a box of > chocolates, while Jean Hepburn carried off the consolation prize which was a bottle of ketch­ up. Lunch was served and a very enjoyable evening was brought to a close them. Mizpah benediction. The following list of articles has been sent in: 6 pairs socks, 1 sweater, 2 pairs mitts and gloves, 5 pairs seamen’s boots, 2 alternative caps, 6 quilts, 26 pieces of refugee clothing, 43 bars soap. a ROAD wish them all is attending a THAMES To the sick. We happy recovery. Mr. A. W. Morgan convention in Toronto. The farmers’ club here have sold nearly one ton of fish amongst their members. The unveiling of the Honor Roll of the community will be held Eas­ ter Sunday when Hon. J. C. Gar­ diner will officiate. Mr. B. Gardiner was home at the end of the week, returning Sunday afternoon to resume his studies at Osgoode Hall, Toronto. The North Thames Road section of the farm forum held their meet­ ing Monday night at Lumley school with 33 in attendance which was good considering the inclement weather. The discussion was “What Can the Rural School do to Help the Farmers in the Community?” An interesting discussion by Jour groups followed, more was in served. The Anthem was tables being ton was high lady; Mr, high gent. The next be taken by the young people of the community next Monday. Reeve F. Pass- the chair, Lunch was singing of the National followed in play. by euchre, 7 Mrs. O'. Hdr- E. Pym Was meeting will by singing the National An- ELIMVILLE • Bad colds have been quite preva­ lent around here. Miss Bessie Johns visited in Exe­ ter the end of last week. Many cellars have been flooded from the thaws and heavy rain. Mr. John Brock had a very cessful sale of farm stock and plements last Thursday, There a very large number present. The Elimville Farm Forum at Mr. Sam John’s on Monday night of this week. The subject was “Rural Education.”. Following a discussion which proved very in­ teresting, lunch was. served. Three delegates were appointed to at­ tend the Federal Convention held, in Toronto. Messrs. Rollie Williams, William Elford and Edwin Miller are the delegates and they left Tues­ day morning. The meeting next week will be held at Rev. Mair’s. The March meeting of the W.A. was held at the home of Mrs. Wm. Routly with Mrs. Garnet Johns in. charge. The meeting was opened with hymn number 63 and prayer by Mrs. Garnet Johns. The scrip­ ture lesson, Psalm 46, was read al­ ternately. Miss Dora Delbridgd gave a reading, “The Master is Risen In­ deed”; Mrs. Hubert Heywood also gave a reading, “I«t Can Be. Done”;) Anna Routly gave a recitation, “Fuz­ zy Wuzzy”; hymn number 81 was sung; Mrs. Jack Delbridge read a number, “The Ladies Aid Helps the War Effort; the roll call was ans­ wered by eleven members on “Sup­ per last and the meeting closed with hymn 181 ten cent tea was served at the close of the meeting. suc- im- was met Dishes”. The minutes of the meeting were read and adopted and the Mizpah benediction. A ROBERTSON’S CONDITION POWDER ■ $2.45 Y.P.U. Meeting Y.P.U. held their regular meeting in the schoolroom church on Tuesday evening week with twenty-two mem- The president open- The weekly of the of last bers present, ed the meeting with the use of a hymn followed by prayer by Bob Blair. Bill Elliott, citizenship con­ vener, then took charge of the meet­ ing. The scripture lesson was read and a very interesting topic Was given lowed 3 lbs. — $1.00 9 lbs. Further Reduction on Larger Quantities , Guaranteed no Filler Results considered, you will find this powder miequalled as a tonic for all farm stock * * * Robertson’s Drug Store Cann’s Grist Mill Roy Francis, Kirkton • E. Allen, Cromarty by Don Blair. Games fol- and were enjoyed by all. Red Cross Meeting March 10th the meeting ofOn the Centralia Red Cross unit was held in the church basement, with 15 ladies present. During the qiuilting of two large quilts and one cot quilt the meeting was called to order by the president, Mrs. R, Smith, opening with the u§e of one Verse of “O Canada” aftei’ which the president led in prayer, secretary’s report was read adopted, The treasurer’s report read, which showed that to $96.76 had been handed to Exeter branch of the Red Cross. The report of the refugee committee was given by the convener. It was mov­ ed and Carried that the meeting be held on the third Tuesday of each month. Several suggestions were, given for making money hut none were decided on. The meeting' was closed by all repeating the SEED CLEANING Gov’t. Approved Plant CLEANED, GRADED, TREATED with CERESAN, by most modern methods 2000 Bushels v The and Wks date the Cartier Oats Commercial Nd. 1 FOR SALE tackle Bros. Whalen, Or»t. Business Phone Kirkton Residence Phone Lucan JL a