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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1939-03-30, Page 5THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE THIKSUAV, JUItCJI 80th, 10«» Coming to Hensall C. R. Wilkinson, R.O. Ophthalmic Optician Wingham will bp at W. O. GOOPWIN’S Store, eyery J st and3rd Tuesday ip the month, for the. purpose of testing eyes and fitting glasses. Difficult cases and those that have not been properly fitted, specially recommended to con­ sult me. Hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m* Phone 16 Hensall for appointment LOOK YOUR REST! ! ! ! SPECIAL ON PERMANENTS All Work Guaranteed MILDRED HACKNEY Phone 39, Hensall HENSALL Mr. J, W. Bonthron has treated himself to a new Hudson car. , Mr. Carl Passmore left Tuesday for Windsor to bring home a new Dodge car. Mr. W. J. Jones is at present vis­ iting at the home of his son Mr. Ar­ thur Jones in Exeter. Mr. Harold Bell and Mrs. Effie Bell accompanied by friends visited in Toronto last week. Miss Eleanor Bell, R. N., of {Lon­ don, spent the week-end at her home on Highway No. 4, south. ■ Mr. Milton Ortwein, of London, visited with his parents Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Ortwein over the weekend. Mr. Hector Pigeon and Miss May Schwalm, of London, visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hanson. Mrs. Verne Smith, of Exeter, spent a few days last week visiting with her mother Mrs. Annie Saundercock. Mrs. W. Stone, of Exeter, is visit­ ing at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bell. Mr. Alex Smillie, of Toronto, is visiting with his son Dr. I. '0. Smil­ lie and sister Mrs. John Tapp, who is quite ill. Mrs. Fred iSmallacombe left on Tuesday .for Gueliph where she will spend a few days with her daughter Jean, who is ill. Rev. W. A. Young and Mrs. Young- visited on Monday with the former’s parents Rev. G. M. Young and Mrs. Young at Lucknow. Miss Katie Scott returned home after a very pleasant visit with Mrs. Lloyd Hudson and Mrs. Maynard Harmon in St. ,Marys. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Parkins spent the week-end in London visiting their son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Cline Flynn. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bonthron vis­ ited last week with their daughter Jean in London who has been ser­ iously ill with the flu. Mrs. Anna McDonald, who has spent the past several weeks with Mr. and Mrs. Munshaw in Detroit returned home last week. Mr. Wm. Simpson and sister Mrs. G, Vogth, of Detroit, visited over the week-end with their mother Mrs. Lou .Simipson, who has been ill. Miss Edna Saundercock has re­ turned to her duties at Mr. W. O. Goodwin’s store after being confin­ ed to her home with influenza. Mr. T. C. Joynt was in Toronto last week on business. He was ac­ companied by his aunt Mrs. Alice Joynt, who visited with li^r son Mr. Laird Joynt. Mrs. MciMartin and Elaine Hos­ kins, who have spent ’the <past sev­ eral months with the former’s niece in Newark returned home on Satur­ day. Miss Emma Johnston, Mr. and' Mrs, Albert Spencer and daughter Mavis returned home on Monday af­ ter a pleasant trip to Florida where they spent the past six weeks. Miss Jean Bonthron, of London, who has been ill with an attack of SEED GRAIN CLEANING We are now prepared to clean and grade seed grain in our plant at Crediton. Oats and Barley clean­ ed, graded and separated. Also we clean peas, beans, etc. We clean and buy and sell all varieties of Clovers and Grasses. No. 1 seed Oats and Barley foi' sale. Phone 3w. Night 44. Zwicker’s, Crediton. influenza during the past week is convalescing at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs, J. W« Bon* thron, Miss Helen Munn R.N., of' Lon­ don, spent the week-end at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Rqbt. Munn and attended the funeral of her grandmother the late Mrs. J, Jones, Bob Hess, son of Mr. „and Mrs. George Hess has been confined to his room for the past two weeks ow­ ing to illness. He wag removed to St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, Tues­ day where it is expected he will un­ dergo an operation. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery. The services in Carmel Presbyterian Church were very well attended on Sunday. Rev. W- A. Young delivered very inspiring sermons at both ser­ vices. Splendid anthems were sung by the choir with Mrs. Young .tak­ ing the obligato solo. The choir are arranging a service of song for next Sunday evening. The services in the United church on Sunday were largely attended and conducted by Rev. R. A. Brook. The choir sang two fine anthems and a quartette comprising Miss R; Brook, Mrs. Hedden, Mr. W. O. Goodwin and Mr. W. B. Carlisle sang “0 Master Let Me Walk With Thee” and “O Love That Will Not Let Me Go.” C. N. B. Erect New Fence Workmen of the 0. N. R. are en­ gaged in erecting a new fence along the Hensall Park grounds. Much credit is due the very efficient sec­ tion foreman Mr. James-Parkins for the improvements along the tracks and crossings. Struck by Car Miss Jennie Buchanan was struck by a car driven by Dr. A. Moir when crossing the street on her way to church Sunday evening. It was rain­ ing and Miss Buchanan was cross­ ing the street with her umbrella up. when she was struck. She suffered a fractured collar bone. Wohelo Class Meet The Wohelo Class of the United Sunday School held their regular meeting on Friday evening with a very good attendance. The meeting opened by singing hymn “Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross” followed by the Lord’s Prayer in unison. Ross For­ rest read the Scripture lesson and the general business was discussed. A very interesting reading was given by Miss Margaret Grieve and Miss Gladys Luker played a piano instru­ mental and Mrs. John Corbett fa­ vored with a reading. The program concluded by singing ‘Just As I Am’. Games and contests were indulged in and a dainty lunch was served. Young . People's .Union Meets The regular meeting of the Young People’s Union was held in the Unit­ ed Church on Monday evening with Mr. Elgin Rowcljffe presiding. The opening hymn “Onward Christian Soldiers” was followed by the Lord’s prayer in unison and Mr? Elgin Row- cliffe read the scripture. The busi­ ness was discussed and arrangements made for the visit to Chiselhurst Young People’s Society on Tuesday evening. Rev. R. A. Brook gave a very interesting address on “The Organization of the United Church” The meeting was closed by singing a hymn followed by the benediction. Young People Hear Interesting Address on Reading The Young People’s Society of the United Church held a very interest­ ing meeting on Monday evening. Mrs. A. W. Kerslake, president, pre­ sided over the opening exercises and the worship period was devoted to Easter thought. After singing “Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross” and “There is a Green Hill Far Away.” Gerald Campbell led in prayer. The Scripture was read by Miss Margar- et<Bell arid Miss Hannah Murray . gave the devotional topic. The offer­ ing was received and the business discussed. After the roll'was called Mr. Roy Mac/Laren presided over the remainder of the program. Mrs. Robert Cameron, librarian gave a very 'interesting address on “Good Reading” and Mrs. Young sang a solo accompanied by Miss Irene Hog­ garth. Miss Enid Parkins favored with two guitar selections and the the meeting closed by singing ‘Abide With Me” followed by prriyer by Rev. Mr. Young. Death of Miss Margaret Slavin Miss Margaret Slavin passed away in the Ontario Hospital, London, on Sunday, in her 58th year following It Is Now Time to Order Your Chicks Make Them This Year Our prices are very reasonable for High Quality Chicks. Get your Cockerels now for early Broilers: Barred Rocks, New Hanipshites, White Leghorns. Mr. Hogarth will be glad to help ydu with Ally of your poul­ try problems. a long illness. The deceased was born on the homestead in Usborne Township and spent the early part of her life there. Later she went to Gilbert Plains, Manitoba for a short time coming to Hensall with her sister Miss Elizabeth Slavin about twenty-five years ago. The deceased has been in failing health for some time and she had been confined to the Ontario Hospital, London, where she was receiving treatment for the past few months. She contracted in­ fluenza about two weeks ago, which resulted in pluro-pneumonia. Sur­ viving is one sister Elizabeth, Hen­ sall and two brothers William near Chiselhurst and Thomas in Candle. Sask, A public funeral service was held from the home on Tuesday af­ ternoon, conducted by Rev. M. A< Hunt, of St. Paul’s Anglican church, of which the deceased was a member Mr. W. O. Goodwin and Miss Greta Lammie sang a duet. The floral tributes were very beautiful. The pallbearers w'ere Messrs, Peter Moir Roy MacLaren, Lou Clark ‘Sr., John Sheppard, John Glenn and Stewart McQueen. Interment in McTaggart’s cemetery. Funeral of the late Mrs. Jones There passed away at her home in Hensall on Friday, Mary Hood, wife of Mr. W. J. Jones in her 8-4th year, after an illness of eight weeks. The deceased was born in Stanley Twp, and was united in marriage to Wil­ liam J. Jones forty-nine years ago and took up residence on the Jones homestead where their son Norman now resides, moving to Hensall about twenty-three years ago. She is survived by one daughter Mrs. Robt. Muhn near Hensall, three sons, Nor­ man and Herbert, Stanley Twp. a'nd. Arthur of Exeter. Two sisters, Miss Annie Hood, of Hensall and Mrs. Harvey in the West and one bro­ ther Joseph Hood, Stanley Twp., al­ so survive. A private funeral ser­ vice was held from the home Sun­ day at 1.30 p.m. Rev. R. A. Brook,! pastor of the United Church took charge of the service ar the house while Rev. M. A. Hunt, rector of the Anglican Church conductey ser­ vices at the cemetery. A quartette comprising Miss Greta Lammie, Mrs. Hedden, Messrs. W. 0. Goodwin and W. B. Carlisle sang. The pallbear­ ers were .-Wilmer Jones, Wesley Jones, William Jones, Harold Jones, Ted Munn and Jack Munn. The flow­ er bearers were: Mervyn Jones, Alex Gordon and Donald Munn, all grand­ children of the deceased. The floral tributes were very beautiful. Inter­ ment at Baird’s cemetery. Congregation Entertains Choir at Banquet The choir of the United church were very pleasantly entertained on Thursday evening by the Official Board on behalf of the Congregation at a banquet. After choir practice all partook of a delicious dinner served from beautifully arranged tables decorated in mauve and yel­ low with spring flowers and candles. Mrs. E. ,L. Mickle and Mrs. G. M. Drysdale were responsible for the ar­ rangement of the tables. Mr. E. L. Mickle was chairman and gave an address followed by a singsong con­ ducted by Mr, Claude Blowes. .A very interesting 'reading was given by Miss Mattie Ellis; Miss Greta Lammie played a violin solo accom­ panied by Miss Bella Smale on the piano. The chairman then intro­ duced the guest speaker Rev. R. A. Brook who gave a sprendid address. A piano instrumental was played by Mrs. E. L. Mickle and Miss Patrick moved a hearty vote of thanks to the committee for their hospitality and Mr. W. 0. Goodwin with a few remarks seconded it. After a few remarks from the chairman the Na­ tional Anthem was sung and Rev. R. A. Brook closed the evening with prayer, f. Hensall Citizens’ Band Hold Musicale A very delightful musicale was held in the Town Hall on Sunday evening at 8.30 under the auspices of the Hensall (Citizens’ Band, who were assisted by the following guest artists Miss Pearl Wood, Mrs. H. C. Carey, Miss Gertrude Camm, Miss Greta Lammie and Mr. Douglas Gill. Rev. W. A. Young was master of ceremonies and after the band plac­ ed “0 Canada” Mr. Young gave a short address expressing the good work of the band and the assurance that the citizens were behind them. After introducing the guest artists the following program began: “Col­ onel Bogey March” by, the band and “Sun of My Soul” after which a piano duet “Stars and Stripes” was played by Miss Pearl Wood and Mrs. H. C. Carey; lyric solo, “The World is Mine” by Miss Gertrude Camm, The band then played ah overture and Mr. Dotiglas 'Gill sang a solo “The Holy Hour”; Miss Greta Lam­ mie played a beautiful violin solo accompanied by 'Mrs. Young. A trom­ bone solo “Ava Marie” was played by Mr. Edward Little and the band played “The iChurcli in the Wild­ wood.” Rev, Mr, Young then call* ed on Rev. R. A. Brook, Who gave a short address, expressing appre­ ciation for the splendid program, A silver collection was then taken by members of the band. A piano duet “Valse in E. Flat” was played by Miss Pearl Wood and Mrs. H. 0. Carey, Mr; Douglas Gill sang a solo “Bells Over Jordan” and the band played a March “Our Defenders”; Miss Gertrude Oamm vocal solo “A Brown Blvd SiYiging” and Mr. GOO. Grant played a piano solo “Hensall Citizen’s March,” one of hie own compositions. “Across the Atlantic March” was played by the band and the National Anthem concluded the program. Much credit is due Mr. Geo. Grant for his eqiiendid leader­ ship in the band, CREDITON Business Men’s Association are sponsoring a nr ii nWeekly Draw for Prizes Coupons with each 25c purchase Prizes drawn each Saturday Night at 9.30 FIRST DRAW—-50 lbs. Sugar SECOND DRAW—25 lbs. Sugar THIRD DRAW—15 lbs. Sugar FOURTH DRAW—10 lbs. Sugar A member of the family must be present at the draw to claim prize FIRST DRAW, SATURDAY APRIL Sth New Ford V-8 Cars Again Reduced in Price You can buy a Brand New DeLux Ford V8 Tudor Sedan delivered complete with license for $850.00, Our Used Cars are all reduced in price accordingly and the 1937 and 1938 models carry the R&G sticker which means you get 100 per cent satisfaction or 100 per cent of your money back also a full 30 day guarantee. Ask for demonstration of the following cars: 1938 DeLux Ford Fordoor Sedan 1938 DeLux Ford Tudor Sedan 1938 Plymouth Tudor 1936 DeLux Dodge Sedan with trunk and heater 1936 Chevrolet Coach with trunk 1936 Ford Coach without trunk, a nice cheap car ................. $390.00 1934 Ford V8 DeLux Fordoor Se­ dan. All godtl -tires. This car runs and looks like new $325.00 20 other good used cars that are priced for quick sale WE SELL AND WE SERVE You are invited to inspect our mod­ ern equipped repair and paint shop where all kinds of repairs are made to all makes of cars Body Bumping and Painting Expertly done. 14 men waiting- to serve you Sandy Elliot Exeter Phone 64 A 4-act play entitled “THE GIRL FROM OUT YONDER” will be presented by the Brucefield United Church Young People in THAMES ROAD CHURCH FRIDAY, MARCH 31st, 1939 Admisison 25c. and 15c. Dance at Kippen TUESDAY, APRIL 4th Benny Palmer and his Orchestra MARION STARK GRAHAM Presents her Famous Floor Show Featuring the Soft Shoe Strut Team Tap Dancing, Exhibition Waltz and the Lambeth Walk Learn the Lambeth Walk from Lon­ don’s most popular dancing teacher. She .promises to teach everyone. General Admission 50C. O. Watson, Manager CREDITON Mr. and. Mrs. Howard Raigt and Mr. Norman Raist, of Fenwick spent a few days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Finkbeiner. The beautiful bouquet of carna­ tions that graced the rostrum at the Evangelical church on Sunday were given in honor of Mrs. Charlotte Braun on the occasion of hex* 82nd birthday. They were presented by her daughter Mrs. Sweitzer of Kit­ chener. Mr. Harold F’alu’ner of the O.A.C. Guelph, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Albert Fahrner We are glad to report that Miss Audrey Yearley, who has been a pa­ tient at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Lon­ don, has returned home. Messrs. P. Maclsaac and T. H.. Hoffman, of Dashwood, have pur­ chased the Funeral stock and equip­ ment of the late Daniel Mclsaac. The Young People’s League of the Evangelical Church have received a fraternal invitation to meet with the Young People’s Society of Shipka United Church at the latter’s place. Recently the True Blue and Star classes of the Evangelical Sunday School met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry, Finkbeiner for the elec­ tion of officers for the year. There was about forty young people pre­ sent. The following officers were elected Stax’ class, President, Harry Hirtzel; vice-president, Ray Morlock; Secre­ tary, Arthur Gaiser; assistant, Clin­ ton Morlock; Treasurer, Maurice Hirtzel; chorister, Lawrence Wein; librarians, August Schefbuck, Edgar Mawhinney; reporter, Eldon Smith. The business men of Crediton held an organization meeting one evening last week and have arranged a cam­ paign for the giving away of prizes each Saturday night. The campaign will start Saturday, April 1st and coupons will be given away with each 25c. .purchase. The True Blue class elected for president, Gladys Ratz; vice-presi­ dent, Norma Finkbeiner; recording secretary, Irene Fahrner; assistant. Mrs. Lawrence Wein; treasurer, Ma- l leeta Wein; pianist, Leila Mollad; Before re-organization a much en­ joyed program was given by the young men’s class. Lloyd Lamport was chairman, vocal duet, Lloyd and Lawrence Wein; reading, Herman Scherbarth; harmonica selection by Ray Morlock. Chester Mawhinney, teacher of the class gave an inter­ esting talk on Sunday School work. Games were enjoyed after which re­ freshments were served by the la­ dies. Banker Transferred Robert Blackwell, for the .past two years teller in the local branch of the Bank of Commerce, has been transferred to Brantford. Mr. Black- well takes over his new duties on Thursday. Mr. Blackwell has been an esteemed resident of Crediton. He was a valued member of the Crditon baseball club and has a wide circle of friends who will regret his departure from Crediton. Mr. Gurry Givens, of Sarnia, is taking Mr. Blackwell’s place. j The Young People’s League | The Young people’s League held a social evening recently at the home ' of .Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Ratz. There was about" 45 young people present, i A lively song service was. enjoyed after which the committee in charge . rendered a much appreciated pfo- ’ gram. Alma Ratz, presided at the meeting. Mrs. Lawrence Wein and i Miss Nola Faist contributed a vocal duet; Ray Morlock read the Scrip­ ture. Alma Ratz gave an inspiring | and thought-provoking talk, charac- | terizing the work of the Apostle Paul Ah interesting feature of the pro­ gram was a presentation of a walnut end table to Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Hendrick recent bride and groom. t Mr. and Mrs. Hendrick suitably re­ plied to the presentation. Games and contests furnished interest and amusement for the next hour. Mrs. Lawrence Wein is the convenor of the League social committee. Earl Haist and Ray Morlock rendered a hearty vote of thanks to the host and hostess for granting the freedom of their home and also the social and ■program committee for their success in keeping up the enthusiasm, amuse- ‘ ment and rhythm throughout the ; evening. The enthusiasm did not I wane when an excellent lunch was ' served at midnight. PRONE 146 PRONE 146 ....SPECIAL EASTER PERMANENTS.... This is the greatest Permanent Wave bargain of the season. No failures — a Guaranteed Permanent Wave •— Successful on every type of hair V / V «■*'• - 7 Doreen Special. . A special soft wave with lovely ringlets $2.95 Scientific Oil These new oil waves are so beautifully rich looking, so adaptable, they’ll add new life and luster to your hair $3.75 V J'' \l ■ w Personality Permanent A charming distinctive coiffure of individuality. A wave that will revitalize dry and snarly hair. A solution that contains Vitamin F $5.00 OTHER SPECIALS A Machineless Permanent that is cool and comfortable. PERMANENT ENDS — SPECIAL PRICES — ALL AGES TOMLINSON’S BARBER and BEAUTY SHOP Mrs. Cornelius O’Brien, of Centra­ lia, has announced the engagement of her daughter Mary Genevieve, to John Forristal Mugan, son of Mrs. P. J. and the late Dr. Mugan, Lon­ don, the wedding ' to take place quietly in April. Why not send them a Greeting Card: Birthday, Convalescent, Sym­ pathy, Wedding, Shower, Gift, Anni­ versary. Attractively designed cards for all occasions at the Times-Advo- cate. ..Clinton Spring Show.. Thursday, April 6th The largest combined Spring Show of Horses and Cattle in Western Ontario PARADE OF HORSE ENTRIES AT LOO P.M. Judging commences at 1.45 p..m. Modern & Old Time Dance AT NIGHT IN THE CLINTON TOWN HALL Dancing — 9.00 p.m. to 2.00 a.m. — Admission 35c. Prize lists may be obtained from tile Secretary W. H. Lobb, President Geo. H. Elliott, Secretary Miss Beulah Skinner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Cecil Skinner, of Cen­ tralia, underwent an operation in St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, on Tues­ day of last week and is getting along as well as can be expected. ATTENTION FARMERS We are agents for Fertilizer mix­ ing ingredients (Amophas, Potash, Phosphates) that can be sown with the ordinary grain drill and save up to $7.50 per ton. All analysis in ready-mixed fertilizers carried in stock.'' Get our prices before you buy. Janies Gardiner KtRKTON, B* R. 1 Phtmc! Kirkton 21*10 BRINSLEY The Young People presented their play “Little Miss Jack” in the West McGillivray town hall on Friday evening to a much appreciated aud­ ience. By all reports no one was disappointed as each of the actors took his part very capably, Maple syrup making is the order of the day with several farmers in this vicinity. Mr, and Mrs. Jack TrevOthick spent Sunday evening with the lat-, ter’s parents Mr. and Mrs. George Neil. . Mrs. Win. Sholdice of London spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Har­ old Lee. | Mt. and Mrs. Earl Morley visited' Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Lewis in St. Catharines last Sunday. Missionary Sunday was observed in the Sunday School here on Sunday, j The many people who have been suffering from the cold and flu were glad to feel the fresh spring air andj. to hear the birds singing again. “'’CHICKS from PURINA FED FLOCKS PURINA QUALITY ...BABY CHICK TIME... THIS YEAR SAY, POOLEY’S Our triple LLL Chicks will make you money for they LIVE LONG — LAY FINE — LARGE EGGS We guarantee 100 per cent live chicks at 14 days old. Ask us about this plan. Leghorns, Barred Rocks, Leghorn-Rock Cross and New Hampshires from the most outstanding birds in Ontario ! All breeders blood-tested Order now from R. E. POOLEY WINCHELSEA Telephone 14r7, Kirkton ..r-fr NHowmr-r—■■ , [