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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1939-02-16, Page 7ST THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE Hensail Council Hengall, February 6, '39 The regular meeting of the village council held this evening in the Council Chambers at 8 p.m. with al} members being present except Coun­ cillor G, E. Brock. 'Minutes of the previous two meetings read. Jones and Shep­ herd. That the minutes be adopted as read. Carried. G, M. Case and G. Hess appeared as delegates from the Chamber of Commerce asking, for a rebate in Hall rent for the last benefit dance. Twitch ell and Shepherd: That the Council rebate the Hall rent to the Chamber of Commerce for the last benefit dance. Carried. Geo. Walker appeared asking for the use of the Church shed to hold community sales in: Shepherd and Jones: That G. Walker have the shed for* the purpose of having a sale on Wednesday, February .22, 1939. Car. F. Beer appeared as a' delegate from the Canadian Legion asking for a reduction in Hall rent for hold­ ing of Bingos. Same to be consid­ ered later. T. Sherritt and W. Soldan appear­ ed as delegates from the several farm land owners in the Corporation re the exemption on farm lands. Twitchell and Jones: That a By-law be prepared granting all farm lands of 10 acres or over exemption to the extent of 6 mills on the village rate. Carried. R. J. Paterson, Tax Collector re­ ported as having collected $57.20 since last meeting leaving a balance of $550.14 still outstanding. Twitchell and Shepherd: That we extend the Collectors time to return the Roll -until April 3rd. Carried. Geo. Walker appeared re his ac­ count with the village. Books to be audited by the village auditor. Au­ ditors’ report received and the repor1, showed a favorable balance all ex­ cept the School Board which had a deficit. Shepherd and Jones: That the auditors report be adopted as read and the copies of same be printed and that the auditing fees be paid. Carried. Correspondence was read as fol­ lows: Monteith and Monteith, Cze­ choslovak, Industrial Survey, Judge T. M. Costello, Mogg & Quinlan, W. . H. Golding, M.P., Deputy Minister of Health, Salvation Army, Ontario Municipal Associaton, Lieutenant B. J. Duncan, Mrs, W. Hildebrandt, City of Port Arthur, Dept, of Pen­ sions and National Health, Econo­ mical Mutual Fire Insurance Co., Sick Children's Hospital, County Treasurer. Same filed. Twitchell and Shepherd: That Donald Walker and Roy Brock be refunded Poll Tax paid by them. Carried. Bills and Accounts read: J. A. Patterson, premium, bonds $2.8.00; Prov. Treas., insulin $1.95; Municipal World, supplies, $12.16? Hensail Hydro, hall, motor and rink $31.09; Chamber Commerce grant, hall rent $8.00; G. M. Case, team­ ing coal for hall $61.70; W. R. Davidson coal, hall, $67.63; W. Tay­ lor, labor streets snow $1.80; L. Hedden, ditto $3.80; A. Hildebrandt ditto- $5.30; A. Prior, ditto $1.40; A. Smith, ditto $3.90-; D. Sangster, ditto $1.80; . O. Geiger, teaming ■$16.15; A. Dick, trucking snow $13.- 50; D. Kyle, laboi’ on streets and rink $13.80; T. Richardson, ditto $48.25; George Walker, balance on salary $15.63; G. Hudson, ditto $1.8.8; Geo. Fee, balance on salary $4.17; School Board current ex­ penses $1,000; F. G. Bonthron, post­ age $3.00; Monteith & Monteith salary and postage $76.5-0; F. G. Bonthron, insurance, rink $2.5.00; D. Walker, refund poll tax $2.00; R. Brock, ditto $2.00; total $1450.- 41. J-ones and Shepherd: That bills and accounts as read be paid. Car. Jones and Shepherd: That by-laws 2-3, 4-5 be given third and final reading. Carried. Shepherd and Jones: That by-laWs 2-3, 4-5 be iven third and final read­ ing. Carried. , Relief Officer J. A. Patterson, re­ ported two families on . relief the first since last April. Jones & Shepherd: That we now adjourn. Carried. J, A. Patterson, Clerk Why is it that the fellow who lies awake for an hour will always de­ clare “he didn’t sleep a wink?” 50 YEARS AGO jMbiwry 31♦ 1889 The brick school house on the 2nd of Hay, known as S.S. No. 1'0 waB destroyed by fire last week, The building and contents were insured for $1,200. On Friday evening last Mrs. Josh, Johns was visited by seven girls, members of her Sunday School class, who presented her with a beautiful large lamp. No. 6 Usborne school house nar­ rowly escaped destruction by fire a few days ago. ■ The register was too near the joice and caught on fire’ one morning before school time. Mr. George Powell was called and by applying a large quantity of water the fire was extinguished, Scott-Smale-In London on the 30 th ult., Mr. James Scott, of London, to Miss Mary E, Smale, formerly of Exeter. Mr. R, H. Archer, the affable manager of the Exeter Branch of the Molsons Bank and superintendent of the Trivitt Memorial S. S. entertain­ ed the scholars and teachers on last Thursday evening to an exhibition of magic lantern slides. An interesting and exciting game of checkers was played at Hensail on Tuesday evening between the Exeter and Hensail Clubs. Mr. N. Dyer Har­ den was the referee and acted in a fair and impartial manner. The fol­ io-wing is the score and names of of the men, six -games were p-layed by each. Exeter: A. Walters, won two games, J. H. Hyndman, 4; C. Prouty 3; J. Walters 4, R. Terry 3, T. Bis­ sett 2, total 1'8; Hensail, J. McDou­ gall 2, C. MeDonell 1, T. Murdock 2, W. C. Charters 2, R. Bonthron 2, R. Reynolds 1, total 10. Mr. W. J. Clarke will shortly leave for London. He has for some years been engaged with Mr. J. P. Clarke, of Exeter and his leaving town will be regretted by many. Mr. John Keddy, of Brandon, is in town on pleasure and business. Mr. Geo. Fuke wlm has been in Iowa for some months returned home on Thursday. Messrs. John Essery & Co., Mon­ day shipped a carload of draught horses to Ohio. 25 YEARS AGO February 19, 1914 Messrs. W. A. Balkwill and Chas. Hooper are delegates from the Exe­ ter Alliance to- the Dominion Alliance Convention at Toronto. Rev. Mr. Po­ well will represent Main Street and Rev. Mr. McAlister, C. Harvey and W. H Kes tie,. will represent James Street Church. Miss O. Quance left Friday even­ ing for Toronto to® attend -the millin­ ery openings, Miss Annie Bisse,tt, Miss Maud Rollins and Miss Ethel Bissett are also attending. Mr. Bert Clark has moved into the house owned by -the late Mrs. Perkins on William Street and Mr. D. East has moved into the dwelling vacated by Mr. Clarke. Mr. Lee Blatchford arrived home from Harriston las-t week. He has been ill with appendicitis, but is con­ valescing nicely. Miss Hattie Willis left Monday for Winnipeg after a two months’ visit with hey parents Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Willis. Mr. H. Eilber M.P.P. left Tuesday for Toronto to attend the opening of the legislature. Mr. Philip Hern has disposed of his hundred acre farm in the town­ ship of Usborne to his son Mr, Mel­ ville Hern. Mr. Hern Sr. will move to Exeter. Lucan hockeyists, among whom being “Ginger” Elliott came up on Tuesday evening and playied a game with the locals, Exeter winning out by a score of 13 to 3. The line-ups: Lucan, Ritchie, Elliott, .Langford, Young, Gunn, Collins, Langford. Ex­ eter, 't’enhale, Atkinson Herring-ton, Elliott, Southcott and C. Pickard, A. Pickard, Southcott and the Pickard boys were the particularly bright and' shining stars for the locals.. 15 YEARS AGO * it February 21, 1924 Mr. C. B. Snell on Friday sold hisB home on Main Street occupied by Dr. Atkinson to Mr. Wm. Pfaff of the Lake Road. Miss Dorrance, teacher Of the Exe­ ter High School staff, on Wednesday received word of the death of her father, who has been ill for some time. She left the. same afternoon for her home north? of Seaforth and owing to their being no trains, she was obliged to- drive over from Exe­ ter. On Thursday evening a success­ ful Carnival was held in the Exeter rink. The iCe was 111 prime condi­ tion and the variety of gaily decor­ ated skaters made it a bright and interesting event. The prizes were awarded as follows: Gent’s comic, Bert Gardiner; Gent’s Character, Bill Davis; lady’s comic, Dorothy Davis; lady’s character; Mrs. W. J. Heaman; lady’s fancy, Helen Weth- ey; boy’s comic, Aljoe Sanders; child’s special, Charlie Cbmplifi; boy’s race, L. Tiernan. The judges were Andy Easton, Geo. Hind, Lyle Statham and 0, McKenzie. FIRESIDE COURT AT GRANTON OVER TO Arrangements were made for a fireside court to- be held at Granton, so that the story of an 83-year-old resident of that village may be heard in a dispute over an alleged missing will. When County Judge Ingram was shown a doctor’s certificate that Jos­ eph -Grant, who is 83, is unable to leave his home, he ordered that judge and lawyers gio to Granton, and take Grant's statement. The dispute over the state of Mrs. Fannie J. Hodgins, of Lucan, who died last October 12. A 10-y ear-old will by which she leaves her $4/593 estate to her hus­ band, Edward, has been filed for rebate. But two- brothers of Mrs. Hodgins suggest a will was drawn much later than that, The husband, in an af- fadavit, has -declared he has hunted for a later will without success. The date when -Grant will be ex­ amined at his home has not yet been set. The trial of the action has been postponed from March 6 to March 20 Qliver W, Durdin appeared as agent for J, M. .Riddell, Stratford lawyer, who- represents the brothers, while Eldon W- Mitchell is acting for the hus-band. no extension of time Woodham Church Passes Resolution “Now, therefore, be it resolved ’that the official Board and the con­ gregation of the United Church of Canada kn9wn as the Woodham Charge, thank God for His many blessings and pray for the contin­ uance of the same. We therefore urge upon the Government Of the Province and the memberss of the Legislature our strong disapproval of any change in the law which wil' make Legal the turning of any part of the day, which is set apart for rest and worship, into any other channel; and we strongly protest especially against the proposal to re­ lax the law regarding games of base­ ball, hockey, tennis, rugby or any other such sports for commercial purposes and the opening of theatres on the Lord's Day.” Be it r-esolved further that we forward a copy of this resolution signed by the members and adherents of this charge to the Premier of this Province, the Attorney-General, Mr, Angus Dickson, of South Perth and Mr. James Ballantyne of Huron and to the local .press, (The signed copy is forwarded to Mr. Augus Dickson, of South Perth where he names may be read.) MnTnRi<n*<i I ▼ I U I W III Bfil I HV TAKE NOTICE! ONTARIO MOTOR VEHICLE PERMITS AND DRIVERS’LICENSES EXPIRE MARCH 31 st Your Automobile, Trailer, Truck or Motorcycle Must Bear the New 1939 Plates on April 1st This year there will be no further extension of time allowed for registering motor vehicles and securing drivers’ licenses after the expiration date, March 31st, 1939. In past years Motor Vehicle Permits and Drivers’ Licenses expired on December 31st. In order to afford greater convenience and service to motorists in Ontario the Government has extended the expiration date three months. This extra period of time should, we feel, be ample for every motorist, and this year therefore, there will positively be no extension of time past March 31st Your prompt co-operation and action in purchasing new plates and securing your operator’s license is therefore expected. Secure your new plates at the earliest pos­ sible moment. By postponing action you run the risk of being turned away in the rush of the last day or two, and thus become liable to a fine. You can save yourself worry and time wasted standing in line if you will decide now to purchase your new 1939 plates well in advance of March 31st. PUBLIC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE LICENSES ALSO EXPIRE MARCH 31st Hll trucks and trailers operated as Public Commercial Vehicles must display P.C.V. 1939 License Plates after March 31st, and while this is the regular expiry date for this type of license, will be granted. THUBSPAX, FEBRUARY 1<|, 1USO LAKE HURON TO BE STOCKED WITH WHITE FISH MISS RUTH ELLEN HOLLAND DIES Deputy Minister of ‘Game and Fisheries D. J. Taylor promised a delegation -of Lake Huron and Georg­ ian Bay fishermen that the govern­ ment would not press a closed seas­ on for commercial fish in those wa­ ters. The delegation also asked that the lake be stocked with lake trout, four to five inches long. Mr. Taylor denied that commercial fish­ eries were suffering because stock­ ing was neglected. Another delegation from South Lake Huron complained that stock­ ing of waters off Lambton County was falling behind in recent years. Mr, Tayloi* ordered 10,000,-000 white fish eggs to be sent to Sarnia hatch­ ery at once for restocking. LITTLE FINGER SEVERED David Eizerman had an unfortun­ ate accident in Mitchell on Tuesday. As he worked at a power planer, the little finger on his left hand was sev­ ered at the second joint, An optimist is a fellow who pre­ dicts prosperity when his own busi­ ness is -prosperous. Miss Ruth Ellen Holland, a member of the sales staff of Smallman. & In­ gram's, London, for the past fifteen years, died at her home, 461 York street, recently. She had been in ill health since November, Born in McGillivray Township, daughter of the late Edward and Catherine Holland, Miss Holland went to London from Parkhill some 17 years ago. She attended Adelaide Street Baptist -Church. She is survived by two sisters. OFFICERS ARE APPOINTED BY BIDDULPH COUNCIL The Biddulph Council held their February meeting with a full atten­ dance and Reeve McRoberts presid­ ing-, A By-law was passed appoint­ ing officers as follows: Clerk, Frank Hudson, treasurer; Elijah Harlton, road superintendent, 'William. Isaac; weed inspector, Joseph McLaughlin; assessor, J. W. Kelly; tax collector, T. H. Stanley; M. O. H„ Dr, F. S. Kipp. A further by-law was passed for borrowing money for township purposes. MINISTER OF HIGHWAYS PROVINCE OF ONTARIO RRUOEFIELD HORTIGUIZTURAL SOCIETY At a. recent meeting of tht Brnce- field Horticultural Society -held at the home of the vice-president, Mrs. J. O’Brien, with the new president, Mrs. C. Haugh, in the chait, the new premium lista were prepared and Plans made for a St. Patrick tea and concert. Mrs. R. Allan and Mrs, G, Swan were appointed delegates to the convention in Toronto, A boy's aspirations are mould­ ed by some man; Jiis character, by some woman; and his inspir­ ation -comes from his school­ sweetheart. Does Food Cause You Distress? The impairment of the stomach is often of serious consequences, for only by. properly digested food is the system nourished and sustained. Burdock Blood Bitters is a reliable remedy for stomach disorders. It helps to stimulate the secretion of saliva and gastric juice, the main factor in digestion, neutralizes acid­ ity, tones up the lining membranes of the stomach, and restores the natural, healthy process of digestion. Take B.B.B. and see how quickly you will start to enjoy your meals free from digestive troubles. The T. Milburn Co,, Ltd,, Toronto, Ont-