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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1939-04-06, Page 1EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNINQ APRIL 6th, 1939ESTABLISHED 1873 Sixty-Sixth Year Store Open This Thursday Evening Made-to-Measure Suits, Wednesday, April 12th Another Made-to-Measure day for Men’s Suits, Wednesday, April 12th. One of the larg­ est and best Made-to-Measure Houses will have their Special Representative here at this Store on Wednesday, April 12th. If you require a Special Suit or Coat come in and see his samples. Ladies’, Misses’ and Giris’ Coats for Easter NEW STYLES — NEW MATERIALS — LOW PRICES GIRLS’ COATS—With Hats and Purses to Match are very popular. We have a large range of these to choose from. Special Values for Thursday, Friday, Saturday AYLMER SOUPS 7„ Tomato or Vegetable ............pCl [111 a C Hillcrest SHORTENING IL Try this popular brand ..................ID* IvC QUICK QUAKER OATS 91, Large Package .......... Cavil ulb ROYAL YORK COFFEE IL Q7- New Blend ...........................pvi ID* OlC CANNED PEAS 9 s’ Reg. No. 2, choice quality ........J llllo LJv L,«°Y^........2 cakes 15c CHATEAU CHEESE 14* 1-2 Pound Package .............CaCD IOC C'±JZ1O„“"P,....2 for 25c New Clothes for Easter Men’s, Student’s and Boy’s Suits MADE IN NEWEST COLORS—BLUE, GREEN, GREY AND BROWN Our new models of Single and Double Breasted Suits comprise the largest selection we have ever carried in stock, Made of finest English Worsted cloths, at moderate prices. We invite you to come in and see our range of Suits. Men’s Spring Overcoats $10 to $15 New Shades of Greys, Blues, Greens and Browns, Raglan Styles, plain or fancy backs, Also Hats to Match at $1.95 to $2.95. Dresses for Easter We have an exceptionally large range of dresses for the Easter Showing. Come early while there is a good selection. Complete showing of Dress Accessories,including Hand-Bags, Gloves, Hosiery, Underwear, Etc. Another^ Shipment of our Special Sub-Standard Super-Silk Crepe Hosiery at 69c. Just Arrived for the Easter Trade Men’s New Easter Ties, Socks, Gloves, Braces, Shirts, Etc. Now on Display. Complete stock of Furnishings for the Home—New Rugs, Congoleums, Linoleums, Drap­ eries, Window Blinds, Etc. LINOLEUM SPECIAL—2 Good Patterns English Linoleum, 4 yards wide, while they last on sale at $2.95 running yard. FRILLED CURTAIN SPECIAL—25 pair frilled curtains1, suitable for bedrooms, etc., on Sale at 59c pair. ph... 32 Jones & May .illlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllh. Spring Needs JOHNSTON’S WAX WITH THE 1-3 FREE.......per lb. 59c JOHNSON’S GLO-COAT WITH THE 1-3 FREE, Pints 59c See the New Warner Electric Brooder at our Store. Size 48 x 50, 350 chick size. Also sold in 200 and 500 chick size. SEE THE NEW COMBINATION COAL AND ELECTRIC STOVE Brooms ...........25c to $1.00 Garden Peas...........a lb 10c Scrub Brushes .... 10c to 50c Garden Corn ........ a lb. 15c Dust Mops .....49c to $2.00 Garden Seeds ...... 7 pkgs 25c We have a full stock of chick supplies Feeders, Founts, Ther­ mometers, Brooder Stoves, Chick Starters and Growing Mash. See the colored chicks in our window this week. The children will enjoy them. CHECK THESE FOR YOUR WANTS Garden Rakes, Hoes, Shovels, Spades, Forks, Leaf Brooms, Garden Seeds, Fertilizer, Sheep Manure, Bug Killer Coleman Gas Stoves, New Perfection Oil Stoves and Ovens Traquair’s Hardware TINSMITHING PLUMBING HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIH At Kippen Funeral ] A number from this community were at Kippen Tuesday attending the funeral of the late Thomas Workman. The deceased was 67 years of age and several weeks be­ fore his death suffered a paralytic stroke. He is survived by bis be­ reaved Widow whose maiden name was Susan CUdmorO, also two sons, Orville, at home and Lloyd of King­ ston. k Order your Easter Lilies now on sale at Walker's Drugstore. Last Minute Rush One of the busiest spots in town during the last few days of March was the office of R. G. Seldon for the issuing of motor licenses. On Friday, the last day for the old licenses, the office was besieged with those seeking renewals. Mr. Sel­ don had additional help to assist in taking care of the rush. • • • • i I Your Superior Store 115 Vimy Dance will be held in Exeter Arena Monday, April 10 at 9 p.m. under the auspices of the Canadian Legion McNichol Orchestra Refreshment Booth Everybody come and help the boys to put this over big General Admission 25c Exeter Ladies’ Wear Special Easter Offer — on — THURSDAY AND SATURDAY April 6th and 8th A PAIR OF PENMAN’S 75c. CHIFFON HOSE will be given away with each purchase of a Ladies’ Coat or Dress $3.95 or over A SHIPMENT OF HATS has just arrived in all the newest shades and styles Pries $2.50 and $1.98 tax; rate: reduced Exeter Tax Rate Reduced From 34 I to 33 Mills I 1 Monday, March 27, ’39 | A regular meeting of the Muni-1 cipal Council held with all members present, The minutes of the meet­ ing held March 13th were read and adopted on motion of Hern and Tu- ckey and carried. Mr. Isaac Si/ns waited on the Council and reported the unfortun­ ate accident that happened to his daughter on the night of February 19 1939. Falling on the slippery side­ walk on Andrew street between the church shed and James St. corner. The clerk was authorized to look up the accident policy as in force. Councilor Dignan wished to ex­ press his thanks to the members of the Council for the kindness shown and for the wreath of flowers as plac­ ed in remembrance of his late father. Messrs. Fisher and Coates on be­ half of the Exeter Agricultural So­ ciety asked the Council to again re­ new the lease or agreement made for 1938 taking over the grounds other than the track and buildings, etc. The same was agreed to on the grant of one hundred and fifty dollars. Mo­ tion of Southcott and Hern. Carried Mr. W. N. Rolfe of the S. F. Law- rason & Co., Limited, London, ad­ dressed the council regarding supply of Calcium Chloride for the season. The council agreed to take five hundred bags at a price of $21.00 a ton at Amherstburg less 1 per cent 10 days on motion of Tuckey and Hern and that the Reeve and Treas­ urer have power to issue cheque in payment to secure the discount. By-laws No. 1 and 2 of 1939 hav­ ing been considered by the council in previous meetings were given their third reading and were duly passed on motion of Tuckey and Dignan and carried. The Reeve and Treasurer were au­ thorized to borrow from the Cana­ dian Bank of Commerce the neces­ sary funds for current expenditures until the taxes for the year are being paid and By-law be prepared accord­ ingly. Motion by Tuckey and Southcott and carried. The prepaid account in favor of The Ontario Municipal Board, Tor­ onto in the of twenty dollars for the purpose of validating school De­ bentures was approved on motion of Southcott and Dignan. Carried. The municipal rate of taxation for the year was set as follows: County rate 3 4-10 mills; Board of Education 11 8-10 mills; Deben­ tures and interest 1 mill arena; re­ lief 5-10 mills; village 15 3-10 mills; Prov. Gov. subsidy 1 mill; total 33 mills. Adopted on motion of Councilors Hern and Dignan and carried. The following list of accounts were read and ordered paid. J. W. Morley, fees and disburse­ ments, school debt $21.46, advice to John Hind assessor, $1.00, extra in­ terest on debentures 5 days $10.41, total $32.87; Municipal World, print­ ing 'School Debentures $27.11; Al­ bert Coleman, labor R&B, $1.75; Samuel King, labor $1.62; Fred Moore, ditto $1.75; Richard E. Davis ditto $1.50; Wm. Andrew, ditto $6.- 30, town hall acct. $3.75, $10.05; ' Direct Relief W. C. Allison, coal $20.00; Henry Biefliug, supplies $3.20; James P. Bowey, coal $20.00; Wm. Hatter milk $4.80; Jones & May supplies $14.00; W. E. (Middleton supplies $13.50; Rollie Motz, supplies $7.20; R. G. Seldon, coal $20.00; Ideal Meat Shop, supplies $4.00; Aaron Wein, wood $17.00. Joseph Senior, Clerk ■ LIONS MEET AT ZURICH The members of the Exeter Lions Club motored to Zurich Monday ev­ ening and held an enthusiatic meet­ ing at the Dominion House where a splendid supper was served by Mine Host W. J. Johnston. The Zurich business men were exceptionally well represented and several were present from Hensall. The seating capacity of the Hotel was taxed and a second sitting was required but all were ably looked after. President Dr. W. E. Weekes was in the chair. He outlined the work which the club has been doing during the past year and expressed appreciation of the cooperation given by the residents of Zurich. It was decided to send two delegates to the Dreamboat conven­ tion which is a boat trip from Sar­ nia to Chicago in June, or as an al­ ternative to pay half the expenses of four delegates. It was decided to look after four cases of tonsillo­ tomy recommended by Dr. Steer, of Hensall. Arrangements are now un­ der way for the holding of a meet­ ing in the hear future in Crediton. Reeve Geo. W. Armstrong, of Hay Township, and Ed. Haberer, chair­ man of the village trustees were guests of the club. Reeve Arm­ strong congratulated the club on the splendid work they are doing and expressed his pleasure at being present. SUFFERS STROKE Mr. Samuel J. Elliott is ill in St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, from the effects of a stroke which he suffer­ ed Thursday morning of last week. Mr. Elliott, who lives alone, was taken ill in the early morning and he endeavored to reach the tele­ phone to summon assistance. Leav­ ing his bed he crept to the telephone but was unable to reach it and be­ ing unable to retrace his steps he lay on the floor for several hours. His brother, Thomas, noticing the blinds drawn, went to investigate and found him lying on the floor Dr. Dunlop was called. Mr. Elliott was removed to Hospital in Mr. E R. Hopper’s ambulance Friday While his condition is critical he 1? slightly improved. His many friends will hope for his speedy recovery. STALLED IN THE MUD ■Some people will take a chance. On Sunday evening a couple of mo­ torists were stalled in the mud on the roadway leading into Riverview Park. A wrecker was called to pull the cars out and the wrecker became stalled and remained at the scene all night. The road was badly cut up. MOVED TO TOWN Mr. Nelson Towle, who recently held an auction sale of his farm stock and implements in Usborne township has moved to Exeter ac­ companied by his sister Miss Ella, into the residence of the late John Cornish on Andrew street. Mrs. Smale, of Granton, is visiting with them for a few days. ARM FRACTURED Mr. Harvey Pfaff, of Crediton, had a rather unusual accident Sat­ urday last. He was assisting, in cutting some wood with a circular saw and the power had been turned off. While the saw was slowing down Mr. Pfaff endeavored to stop it sooner by taking hold of the re­ volving shaft. The right arm was twisted around and a bone between the wrist and the elbow was frac­ tured for a distance of about five inches. Dr, (Fletcher reduced the fracture. PRESENTATIONS Members of the young Ladies’ Class of James Street United Sun­ day School gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Appleton on Thursday evening, March 30, in hon­ or of two of their members Mrs. W. Coward (Isobelle Appleton) and Mrs, A. Little (Carrie Beiber.) During the "Evening Miss Barbara Dinney read an address and Misses Irene Sweet and Dorothy Kerslake present­ ed each wth a pair of blankets. Con­ tests and games were enjoyed after which lunch was served. CONTRACTS AWARDED At the Usborne Township council meeting on Monday tenders were re­ ceived for the supplying of tractor Dower to run the township gravel crusher and also for the hauling of the gravel onto the township roads. The tender for power was awarded to Garnet McFalls, of Usborne at $1.10 an hour. The tender for the hauling of gravel was awarded to J. Kerr, of Wingham, at a flat rate of 17c. a yard, gravel to be deliver­ ed anywhere in the township. The list of tenders was the largest ever received by the council. REMANDED FOR ONE WEEK William Walsh, aged 60, appeared in County Police Court at Godqpich, Thursday of last week on a charge of causing grievous bodily harm to his employer Mrs. Millie Walker, 50, who conducted a second-hand store on Main street, Exeter. Walsh elect­ ed trial by judg^e and jury. He was remanded to jail for one week. The date for the preliminary trial has not yet been fixed. Mrs. Walkei’ is still in the hospital recovering from in­ juries allegedly received at the hands of Walsh. Besides other injuries two of her teeth were knocked out and she received two broken ribs. SUCCESSFUL DANCE The Exeter High School held a suc­ cessful Eastei* dance in the Arena Friday evening of last week. The Arena was beautifuly decorated with streamers and colored balloons. A reception committee greeted the guests. About 350 persons Were present. Jack Kennedy's orchestra, of Sarnia provided the music. Lunch Was served at midnight, following which it was anounced that Dean Wethey was to do a step danee. The crowd gathered in a circle and the Dean announced that it was April 1. 'the crowd dispersed with a good laugh and the dancing continued. Critically Ill (Mi’. John Johns, of Albert St., Is confined to his home through ill­ ness. Mr. Johns is in his 91st year and his condition is far from satis­ factory. 26 Entries in Field Crop The Exeter- Agricultural Society have received 26 entries for their field crop competition in Urban oats. This is considered a splendid entry for the first year. Boulevards Cut Up The wheels of the cars which lin­ ed the roadway leading to the arena Friday evening of last week cut very deeply into the boulevards along the street leaving them in a very bad mess. Mr. Yelland’s boulevard, which has been well kept, was badly cut up. Died in Owen Sound Word was received in Exeter last week of the death of Mr. Thomas Nelson, of Owen Sound, a former resident of Exeter. Mr. Nelson was foi* a number of years an auto me­ chanic with Mr. Thomas Newell and later he was in business for him­ self. The family left here foi- Owen Sound. Visit Locker Plant Mr. R. A. Wallace, of Blyth, to­ gether with a deputation from that town called at the Exerer (Locker Service Tuesday and inspected the plant. Mr. Wallace is chairman of a newly organized co-operative as­ sociation that have now under con­ sideration a cold storage plant in connection with the creamery and a locker service. LIFE MEMBERSHIP Mr. Andy Easton, secretary of the Exeter branch of the Canadian Le­ gion was presented with a life mem­ bership in the order at a regular meeting of the branch Friday even­ ing last in appreciation of the splen­ did- services he has rendered. The occasion was the visit of Zone re- nresentative Weaver, of Wingham, who was accompanied by several of the Wingham comrades. ‘Mr. Web­ ber made the presentation. . Thos. Pryde gave a short address and spoke of the keen interest and val­ uable services rendered by Mr. Eas­ ton. Mr. Easton very ably express­ ed his appreciation. BOARD OF EDUCATION • The monthly meeting of the Board of. Education was held in the Public Library, Monday evening, April 3rd at 8 o’clock. Absent A. O. Elliot and C. V. Pickard. Previous min­ utes were read and approved. Per G. Lawson and J. N. Willis: That the following accounts be paid: Traquair’s Hardware, supplies $5.67 Times-Advocate, supplies $16.05; Grigg Stationery Co., supplies $33._ 76; Mrs. Hill, substituting $20.00. Carried. The Public School principal re­ ported for March. Number on roll 207, average attendance 181.08. School was open every lawful day with the staff complete. The epi­ demic of flu had cut down the at­ tendance a great deal. On Friday, March 31st, Dr. Coburn had deliv­ ered an entertaining and instructive address to the Public School pupils. Penny Bank reports for January and February had shown that the Exet­ er pupils had $117.47 more in the bank at the end of February, 1939, than in the same date 1938. Per­ centage of depositors is now 70. Supplies requested foi' last month were received and stencils were on qrder. A few supplies were needed again for April. Any suggestion for the spending of remainder of agricultural grant would be welcom­ ed. Per W. H. Dearing and W. May: That the report be adopted and supplies as desired procured. Car­ ried. Per G. Lawson and Mrs. Beavers; That the request of the Lions Club to install a refrigerator free of charge for keeping milk during the warm days for pupils’ use be grant­ ed, also that a letter of appreciation be sent to the Club for their inter­ est in this matter. Carried. All intervening correspondence was read per chairman, also the list of equipment sent to the Depart­ ment for their approval. The High School principal report­ ed high school work' had progressed favorably, although attendance was lower on account of flu. Exams were being held at present time. Building and Grounds Committee were asked to approach the Coun­ cil re sidewalk and road at the school. Pet J. N. Willis adjournment. K. M. MacFaul, Secretary the LATE JOHN JACOBS Mr. John Jacobs, superintendent of the County Home at Clinton, died Friday, March 31st, following an ill­ ness of about a week. Death was due to a heart condition. The deceas­ ed was born in Wilmot Township, Waterloo County in 1872. In 1898 he was united in marriage with Mar­ tha Link, his bereaved widow. For a number of years they farmed on the second concession of Stephen, later moving to Exeter where they resided on Huron street. Fifteen years ago Mr. and Mrs. Jacob were appointed Superintendent and Mat­ ron of the County Home which posi­ tion they have filled with the utmost satisfaction. Last year they pur­ chased a home in Exeter with a view to moving here on their retirement. Besides his bereaved widow deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. S. Elliott, of Milford, Mich., and three sons, Milton, of New Hudson, Mich,, Ervin and Guy, of Detroit. The funer- el was held from the County Home, Clinton, on Monday, .conducted by Rev. G. G. Burton, of Ontario Street United Church. Interment was in the Exeter cemetery, A number from Exeter were in attendance at the funeral. DEATH OF E. KESTLE Mr. Edward Kestle passed away in Exeter Tuesday at the age of 69 years and 11 months. Mr. Kestle for many years had not en­ joyed good health, having suffered from asthma at times his condition being quite critical. He was born at Sharon in Stephen To'wnship. As a young man he learned the harness making and worked at his trade in Crediton and London. He was un­ ited in marriage with Melissa Jory and for a number of years they farmed in Usborne township retir­ ing to Exeter 11 years ago last Oc­ tober. He was a man of splendid Christian character and for a num­ ber of years was a member of the Official Board of James St. United church. He is survived by his ber­ eaved widow, two sons, Rufus, of Usborne, O. E. of Detroit and one daughter Mrs. C. Snell, Dashwood. He is also survived by a brother Jos­ iah and a sister, Mrs. P. Coates, both of town.. The funeral, private, will take place from his late resi­ dence, Huron Street, Thursday at two p.m. conducted by Rev. A. Page. DIED IN TORONTO Mr. Frederick J. Sanders, a well- known druggist of Toronto, and a former resident of Exeter, died on Monday at his home 49 Dixon Ave. following five weeks’ illness. Mr. Sanders was born in Exeter and received his early education here. He attended the Seaforth Collegiate Institute ’and for few years taught school in this community. In 1909 he graduated from the Ontario College of Pharmacy and for thirty years he has operated drug stores in Toronto. At the time of his death his store was at 9'8 Kingston Road. He was a member of the Queen City Lodge A.F. & A.M. and also a mem­ ber of St. John’s Anglican Church. He is survived by his widow, Queen- ie Hannam Sanders and two sons, Jack and Gordon. He is also sur­ vived by the following brothers and sisters: William, of Stephen; Rev. Chas. W., of Stewiacke, N.S.; Mrs. Thos. Frazer, of Edmonton; Frank, of Barwick; Ed., of Windsor; Mrs. Hugh McGauley, of Indus, Minn.; Thos., of Theodore, Sask.; Mrs. Gor­ don Russell, of Hanna, Alta, and Mrs. J. W. McIntyre, of Chicago. Exeter Lady’s Father Dies Mrs. Wm. Passmore received the sad news Saturday, April 1st of the death of her father, Mr. Wm. (Mon­ teith, of Calgary, Alta., who passed quietly away in his 79th year. Mr. Monteith was a former resident of the Thames Road and went West 30 years ago. His wife, Jennie Duncan predeceased him 16 years in May, The news of his death, came as a surprise to Mrs. Passmore as she was unaware of his illness. Mr. and Mrs. Passmare visited with him dur­ ing the summer. He is survived by five daughters and two sons, Mrs. H. E. McCullough and Robert, of Vancouver; Mrs. H. B. Woods and Charles and Mrs. James Phillips, Of Calgary; Mrs. Chas. GrOve, of Shep­ pard, Alta., and Mrs, Win. Passmore of town. Mrs. J, T. Allison, of the Thames Road, is a sister. It Pays to Advertise The incubator and brooder stove advertised by Mr, M. iM. RussCll last week was sold the same day that the paper was issued. Mr. MouSseaU of Grand Bend# rented11 his grass farm shortly after his advt appeared. Mr, W. J/ Seyhiour recently adver­ tised a number Of pigs for sale and they wore sold before the week was out.