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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1939-04-27, Page 5THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE THURSDAY, APRIIj a7U>, !♦» Coming to Hensail C. R. Wilkinson, R.O. Ophthalmic Optician Wingham wJH be at W, O. GOOPWIN’S Store, every 1st and 3rd Tuesday in the month, for the purpose of testing eyes and fitting glasses. Difficult cases and those (that hav^ not been properly fitted, specially recommended to con­ sult me. Hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone 16 Hensall for appointment HENSALL FOR SALE — Small oak ward­ robe, electric ’washer, small trunk, Apply to Mr, Geo. Fee, Hensall. Get your NATURELLE Perman­ ent for the summer months now. Miss Jean Foster has opened up an up-to-date hair dressing parlor above Hemphill’s Drug Store. All appointments promptly attended to. Phone 131. Mrs. Wni. Sangster visited with friends in Windsor this week. iMiss Helen Walker is confined to her room with an^ attack of in­ fluenza, Mr. and Mrs. John Colvin, of Lobo visited on Sunday with 'Mr. and Mrs. Fred Corbett. Mr. and Mrs. Lome Manson, of London, called on relatives in town on Sunday. Dr. Ed. McAsh and Mrs. McAsh, of London, visited with relatives here on Sunday. Mr, H. O. Dayman was confined to his room last week with an at­ tack of influenza. 'Mr. Fred Corbett who has been seriously jll, is somewhat improved at date of writing. 'Mr, and Mrs. Gerald Colvin, of Lobo visited on Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Corbett. Mr, Lome Elder, of Kingston, is visiting, at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. John Elder. Mrs. Brazier and Dorothy and Jack, of London, visited Saturday at the home of Dr. and Mrs. D. G. Steer. Miss Mona Hedden, who is suf­ fering from a nervous breakdown, will be confined to her room for several weeks. Mr. Bob Hess, who recently un­ derwent an operation in St, Joseph’s Hospital, London, i’s very much im­ proved in health. Mrs. James Parkins visited this week at the home of her son-in-law and daughter Mr, and Mrs. Cline Flynn in London. Mr. W. C. Thompson, of Clinton, is relieving agent at the C.N.R. sta­ tion here during the absence of'Mr. A. L. Case who is ill. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Harding and Mrs. Ida F. Harding, of London, vis­ ited on Sundy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Corbett. Mr. Alfred Carlisle, of Detroit and Mrs. Thompson from the West are visiting with then1 sisters Mrs. Anna MacDonald and Mrs. Leiper. Mrs. Kenneth Hicks and family, who have been visiting with Mrs. Hicks’ mother, Mrs. Nicholson in Parkhill, returned home Thursday. Next Sunday, April 30 has been set aside in Carmel Presbyterian church as Spring Rally Sunday, for the members and friende of the church. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Hedden moved into the dwelling which they recent­ ly purchased on Queen street on Tuesday and are .getting nicely set­ tled. Mr. Paul Lostell, of Frobisher, Sask., is at present visiting with his brothers Joe and Frank Lostell, of Hillsigreen and intends remaining the summer. ■Mr. and Mrs, Henry Fink, and sons Rueben and Eldon, of Hanover and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Hillgart- ner visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. Ed. Fink. Rev. W. A. Young was in Strat­ ford this week attending the meet­ ings of the Hamilton-London Synod, which was held in St, Andrew’s Pres­ byterian church. Mr. A. L. Case, C.N.R. station agent has been confined to his room with an attack of influenza during the past week; Miss Hammond R.N. of London, has been in attendance. Fine progress is being made oif the erection of the new garage o£, Mr. Orville Twitchell, the masonry being done by Mr. Charels Wolfe and the carpentering by Mr. J. Sangster. Mr. ana Mrs. Milton Stev^art,. of Seaforth, visited on Sunday with the latter’s mother Mrs. Sarah Coleman and aunt Miss Annie E. Consltt. Mrs. iColeina.n, who has been suf­ fering with an ulcer on the eye is much improved,at date of writing. Mrs. Wm. MacKenzie and Miss Irene Douglas were in Toronto this week attending the graduation exer­ cises at which the former’s son, Mr. Audtew MacKenzie, graduated from Toronto. Bible Training School to Knox College, where he will study for the ministry. Wednesday Half-JIolidays Commencing next week the Hen­ sail stores will observe the weekly Wednesday half holidays, from May 3rd until the end of September, ex­ cepting the weeks with a public Ixoli- day. The stores will be open Tues­ day evenings." The services in the United church were largely attended on Sunday with Rev. R. A. Brooks, preaching excellent sermons at both services, The choir sang two beautiful an thems. Miss Greta Lammie very ably presided at the organ. Next Sunday evening the I. Q, 0. F. Lodge will attend service in the United church in a body. The services in Carmel Presbyter­ ian Church, were very well attended with the minister Rev. W- A.,Young delivering very impressive sermons at both services. Two beautiful oak flower pedestals were placed in the -church at the morning service by Mrs, Annie Logan and Mrs.' Martha Harvey in memory of their parents the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hud­ son. A quartette comprising Rev. W. A. Young, Mrs, Young, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. MacLaren also sang in memoriam ‘Rock of Ages’. The choir sang two beautiful anthems. “I Heard the Voice of Jesus” and “Rise Up O Men of God.” Dies in New Baltimore There passed away in New Balti­ more, Mich., on Wednesday, April 19 th, Margaret Corbett, wife of Mr. Geo, Martz in her 72nd year. The deceased was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Corbett, Hay Township and was born on the homestead on which her brother Fred now resides, and spent the early part of her life in this com­ munity. Later she went to Detroit and then to New Baltimore. She had been an invalid for several years, suffering from a heart condition. 'Surviving is her husband, four sis­ ters, Mrs. P. H. Devlin, Stratford; Mrs. Charles Perley, Winnipeg, Man. Mrs. Floyd Lee, Fenton, Mich and Mrs. May McQuade, Port Huron, Mich.; also two brothers, William Corbett, Linden, Mich, and Fred Corbett, Hensall. Band Concert The Hensall Citizen’s Band held a very successful Band Concert in •the Town Hall Sunday evening with a large crowd in attendance. Num­ erous numbers were played by the band under the leadership of Mr. G. Grant. Rev. R. A. Brook very ably acted as chairman for the evening, and gave a fine address. Mr. Harry Hoffman Gold Medalist of Dashwood sang several solos “Prayer Perfect” “It was Fore Me” etc. A quartette comprising Mr. W- 0. Goodwin, Mrs. Geo. Hess, Miss Florence Welsh and Dr. I. G. Smillie sang “Land of Glad Tomorrow” and “Robin Adair.” Mr. George Grant played a beautiful vio­ lin solo entitled “Love’s Old Sweet Song.” During the program Rev. Mr. Young gave a fine address ex­ pressing the citizens appreciation of the band. Young people’s Union Hold Citizenship Meeting The Young People's Union of the United Church held a Citizenship meeting on Monday evening with Miss Edna Saundercock presid­ ing. The meeting opened by sing­ ing a hymn followed by the Lord's Prayer in unison. The Scripture was read by Miss Elva McQueen. The roll was called and the minutes of the previous meeting read and adopted. The business was discussed and plans made to entertain the Young People’s Society o?. the Evangelical Church, Zurich on Monday, May 1st, Offering was received and a hymn was sung. Miss Gladys Luker read a passage from the “Pathfinder” on “Communism and Socialism.” Mr. Sam’l Rennie sang, a very beautiful solo “When You Come to the End of The Day.” After singing another hymn the meeting, closed with the Mizpah benediction. Senior Women’s Institute The regular meeting of the Sen­ ior Women’s Institute was held on Wednesday evening at the home of Miss Mabel Workman. Miss Beryl Pfaff president, presided and open­ ing the meeting by singing the In­ stitute Ode followed by singing “O Canada.” The Lord’s Prayer was re­ peated *in unison, and the minutes of the last two meetings were read apd adapted. The roll call was ans­ wered by a noxious weed and its rAqans oL eradication. Business was discussed &nd it was decided to hold the next meeting at the home of Mrs. Garnet Case,. All joined in singing “The Grandfather’s Clock." Mrs. Malcolm Dougall played a piano instrumental. A paper on “Bind­ weed” was read by Miss Gladys Pass- more. The motto "What One Sows He Must Reap” was very ably given by Mrs, James pattersoii. Miss Olga Beil gave an interesting demonstra­ tion on “Making a Cake.” Mrs. W. A. MacLaren and Mrs. Lee Hedden sang a beautiful duet. Mrs. Yeung accompanied pn the piapo. Misses Mabel Workman and Irene Douglas gave current events. Lantern slides were shown and Rev. w. A. Young gave a yery interesting lecture on "How to Beautify the Home with Flowers.” These slides were very beautiful and interesting. After ging­ ing “iGo<j gave the King” a dainty lunch was served. Young People Hold Final Meeting For Season The final meeting for this season of the Young people’s Society of Carmel Presbyterian Church was held on Monday evening with a very good attendance. Miss Violet Hyde presided over the meeting which opened by singing "Dear Lord and Fathei’ of Mankind” followed by prayer by Miss Hyde. The Scripture was read by Mr. Jas. Campbell. Mrs, James Campbell. Mrs. A. W. Kers- lake .presided over the business and read a letter from, the ministei’ Rev, W. A. Young, who was unable to be present, expressing his appreciation fox* the work of the Young People. The offering was received and a piano duet played by Mrs. Young and Miss Irene Hoggarth. The Mus­ tard Orchestra comprising Mrs. Mac­ Dougall, Mr. F'red Daters, tyr. James Mustard Sr., Mr, Jas. Mustard Jr., played two selections, 'Miss Helen Dick favored with a piano instru­ mental and Mr. Fred Daters played two violin solos accompanied by Miss Helen Dick on the piano. After singing “Softly Now the' Light of Day” the Lord’s Prayer was repeat­ ed in unison. Contests were indulg­ ed in and a dainty lunch served. Mr. and Mrs. Nell Sparks and daughter week-end Mr. Alex Marjorie VALUES Dominion Royal Tires To-day we offer you Dominion Royal Tires at money saving prices. Come in and let us quote you Prices Extra mileage on Dominion Roy­ al Tires that spells economy. 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Thomson Dealer Phone: Kirkton 48 r 2 Centralia For Cheap Fencing try the Wood’s One-Wire Electric Fencing o BRAY CHICKS BRAY HATCHERY, EXETER, Phone or Ben Case, R. R. No. 3, Exeter Miss Emma Tiernan, of London* was a week-end visitor with rela­ tives. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Harness and daughter, Greta and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Crawford, of Exeter, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Kellerman on Saturday evening. Mrs. W- Cook, of Chicago, is spending a few weeks with her par- ents Mr. and Mrs. George Stire, who have been on the sick list for some time. Mr. and Mrs. R. Goetz and Miss Catharine Finkbejnex* were Sunday visitors in Sarnia. Mrs. Stadelbauer and family* of London, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs-. P. Kraft. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Elliott and daughter Peggy, of Thedford, spent Sunday with Mrs. Reid. Rev. Theodore Luft, of Dashwood, was elected Chairman of the Mis­ souri Lutheran Synod, Ontario dis­ trict,, at the Western Conference in session at Kitchener. He succeeds Rev, W. O. Rathke, of St. Catherines. Death of Barbara Held Barbara Held died at her home here on Monday, April 24 after a brief illness in her 70 th year. The deceased was born peax* St. Agatha and has lived here nearly .all her life. She is survived by one sisfbx* Maggie, The funeral will be held on Thurs­ day morning at 9,30 a.m. at the home and to St. Boniface R.C. church Zurich with Rev. Fr. L. W. Powex'S officiating, Interment will take place in Zurich R. C. cemetery. Lutheran League The Dashwood Lutheran League opened the April meetings with a true or false contest consisting of geography. The remaining part of the evening was spent in a sing song. On the following week the young people took part in a play “Wake Up Folks” which was much enjoyed. The next week the leaguers held an Eastei* social for the newly confirm­ ed. The social was held in the base­ ment of the church which was dec­ orated with pink and white stream­ ers. The evening opened by sing­ ing a hymn, A piano duet was play­ ed by Mildred Luft and Leona Fisch­ er. The pastor, Rev. T. Luft then gave an interesting talk on the Wal­ ther League; this was followed with a duet by Leona Fischer and Dor­ othy Kraft. The remaining part of the evening was spent in playing aeroplane bunco which caused a great deal of merriment. The high­ est prizes going to Ruth Beckei' and (Albert Radei* while the consolation [prizes went to Dorothy Wein and Lome Rader. The audience then joined in singing well known hymns. A dainty 1-unch was then served by the committee, Leona Fischer, Dor­ othy Kraft, Elmore Gackstetter and Elmore. Rader. The evening then " j Lord’s On April the 25th was to- I Start Your Cite Off On the Right Foot by Feeding Them SHUR GAIN CHICK STARTER followed up by Shur Gain Grow Mash for Development Shur Gain Chick Starter 19% Cotton Bags__$2.50 •.45 .95 Canada Packers EXETER T. B. ALLEN, Farquhar and CENTRALIA FOR SALE BY CENTRALIA FARMERS’ CO-OP. Centralia CREDITON A third sugax* draw was Saturday night and the x’eceived the prizes; John 50 lbs. of sugar;,..William . lbs. of sugar; Clarence Fahrner, 1-5 lbs. and Mrs. Louisa Swartz, 10 lbs. Mr. W. H. Wood, of Toronto, is a guest of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kerr this week. Mr. H. K. Eilber and Mr. Harry Beaver attended a directors’ meet­ ing of the Hay surance Co. at urday. Mr. and Mrs. Mary Lou and Mrs. Chas. Fritz, of Zurich, visited with Mr. and Mrs.: H. K. Eilber on Sunday. | We regret to report that Mrs. Mary 1 Haist is very ill at present. We wish her a speedy recovery. River Was High Last Week Swollen from the rain and melting snow the Aux Sa-ble river rose some- what last week, eaching a higher j closed with repeating the level than at the Spring freshets. |Prayer. C The huge ice banks which lined the pic study evening the subject being banks of the river, all winter have. “Yo-ur Citizenship.” Rev. T. Luft entirely , disappeared. An unusual visitor on the river last Sunday was a large white swan. It tarried for a few hours on the river flats of Mr. Fred Kerr before leaving for summer nesting grounds. Women’s Institute The April meeting of the Crediton Women’s Institute was held in the , Township Hall with the president, Mrs. L. England, in charge. It was decided that the study “Preserva­ tion of Fruit” be taken by a local [ leader and that during the tmru | week of November the short course , “Planning and preparing Meals” be held. Mrs. Lawson took the chair for the following program: Current Events, by Mrs. Irvine Finkbeiner; piano solo by Mrs. F. W. Morlock; reading by Mrs. Wes. Wein. Mr. E. C. Beacom, of Goderich, gave a de­ tailed explanation of the new course of study in public schools. Lunch es Helen and Ann Morgan, was served by the hostesses, Mrs. E. Lawson, Mrs. Zwicker, Mrs. J. Wood- all and Mrs. W. Wein, The teachers and officers of the United Church S. S. were entertain­ ed recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Mitchell. Interesting discussions of Sunday School pro­ blems took place., after which the hostess served a dainty lunch. A hearty vote of thanks was extended to Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell. United Church Y. P. U. The regular meeting of the .Credi­ ton-United Church Y. P. U. was held on Friday, April 21st at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. Yearley. The meeting opened with a hymn after ■Which Helen Finkbeiner led in pray­ er. Alfred Mathers read the Scrip­ ture lesson, and hymn 32 was sung. The business was discussed and a very interesting topic was given by Jack Anderson on "Infant Industry.” Mr. Yearley and Rlxena then favor­ ed us with a piano and mouth organ selection. The meeting was brought to a close with the Mizpah benedic­ tion after which games and contests were played. A dainty lunch was served at the close of the meeting. A vote of thanks was given to the host and hostess for tlie use of their home. The next meeting will be at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Lovie bn May 4th. held last following Morlock, Cliff, 25 Township Fire Dashwood last Ward Fritz Ins- Sat- and its “Your Citizenship.” took the lead. This was followed the monthly business meeting. THAMES ROAD by Wedding Bells. Spring came along very quickly continuing nice weathei' and seeding will be away to a good stai't in a few days. ■ Rev. Wm. -Mair addressed the con- ___ gregation at Parkhill United church third [ on Sunday evening last. Mr. p. Stone has rented the farm of Mrs. Petex* Whitlock. Miss Shii'ley Duncan was hostess Tuesday evening to a happy shower f\’om the Young Ladies of the Mis­ sion Circle honoring one of their number Miss Jean Ballantyne whose marriage takes place shortly. A good program was arranged by the Miss- Sacrament was announced Sunday for first Sunday in May. Keep May 9th an open date. Mr. James Anderson has rented the farm formerly operated by Mr. George Chambers. We are glad to hear there is some improvement in Mrs. Wm. Coward’s condition and wish her a happy, speedy recovery. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Cann, Raymond has been very sick. The W. A. held their meeting on Wednesday afternoon, but. sickness had its effect on theii’ attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stone accom­ panied by Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Stone visited in Milverton on Sunday with Mrs. Violet Walker. DASHWOOD Di4. W. D. Bryce, L.D.S., D.D.S* dental surgeon At office In Hartlelb Block, Dash- Wood, first three days of week and at office over the Post Office, In Zu­ rich. last three days of Week. Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Mclsaac and family, of Windsor, spent the Week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. P. Mclsaao. Mr. and Mrs. Hdpkihs, of St. During a thunderstorm last week i lightning struck the house on the,v„« — --------- farm Mr.' Robert McBride, north i Mr. and Mrs. Hbpkiris, of St. of Zurich. Considerable damage was ’j’hoftxas, spent the Week-end with done to the windows. The bolt also het mother Mr. and Mrs. S, GottC- damaged the barn sottiewhat, halk and Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Stade. ELIMVILLE Mr. aud Mrs. Thos. Hodgert of Seaforth, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. B. Cooper. 1 Mr. A. C. Whitlock, of St. Thomas, also Mrs. R. Deninson of London, visited with Mrs. P. Whitlock on Thursday of last week, Miss Mar­ jorie Allison, of Springfield, who has spent the past two weeks with her grandmother returned home with them. Mr, and Mrs. Chas. Christie and Miss Celia Christie, of Exetex* visit­ ed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bradshaw last .Sunday. Mr. Laverne Skinner is able to be out a little after a long seige of the Mr. and Mrs. Harold Boyce, of Stratford, were Sunday visitors at Mrs. John Johns. The Mission Circle held a social evening at the church last Friday night when the losing side in the coppex* contest entertained those who were on the winning side. The W. M. S. met fox* their regu­ lar meeting at the home of Mrs. R. ( hold their regular meeting on Friday night with the Shipka and Winchel- sea Clubs and Mrs. Moodey, Goder­ ich, who has been a' delegate to the convention in Toronto as theii* guests Mr, Harvey Godfoolt and Mr. C. Isaac ai'e confined to theii* bed with illness. CROMARTY The concert held in the school on Friday evening last was well attend­ ed despite the inclement weather. The teacher, Mr. Ross MacKay de­ serves much credit in the way he in­ structed and tx*ained the children. One drill especially “The Coming of Spring” was very beautiful and the dancing of the scholars was excep­ tionally good. Mr. W. R. Goulding, of Exeter, who is the musical in- structox- deserves much praise in the training of the scholars in the mus­ ical part of the program and who also played two beautiful instrumen­ tals. Miss Anna May Kay delight- Batten last Wednesday afternoon. ed the audience with her tap danc- Mrs. P. Murclx had change of th,e meeting which she opened with the call to worship. Hymn 112 was sung. The theme of the service was “The Problems of Man’s Cooperation with God”. Mrs. Frank Brock read a poem and the scripture leson was read by Mrs. R. D. Hunter. The roll call was answered by an Eastei’ message. Prayei* was offered by Mrs. Penrose. Hymn 87 was sung. Mrs. Murch gave a very interesting talk from chaptei* in the Study Book ing to Live Together.” The was closed with “O Canada” benediction was pronounced R. Batten. ing, who is quite an expert at the light fantastic. Miss Mae Quance spent a few days last week in Chiselhurst with hex* sister Mrs. Taylor. The Sunday'School will reopen on Sunday for the Summer months, Mr. John Robertson and mothex" spent last Sabbath with friends at Granton. f the “Learn-> meeting and the by Mrs. the D. and CENTRALIA Miss Margaret Cook spent week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Parker, in Clinton. Mr. and Mrs. E. Thompson family, of London, visited on Sunday with Mrs. W. Parsons. •Missx Iva Brokenshire, of Windsor, visited'over the week-end with hei* mother Mrs. S. Brokenshire. Mr. and Mrs. F. Penwarden at­ tended, the funeral of the late Mr. Duffield of Kirkton on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A. Smith, and daugh­ ter, of Palmertson, visited on Sun­ day with Mr. and Mrs. D. Smith. Mr. and don, spent O’Brien. .Mrs. S. relatives in London on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Boyle, of Toronto, visited with relatives in the Village on Saturday. Mr. Bill Skelton, of Clinton, is assisting Mr. Dave ’Smith at the Creamery here. The Home and School Club will Mrs. J. Mugan, of Lon- Sunday with Mrs, C. Brokenshire visited with Prof.: “You missed my class yes­ terday, didn’t you?” Student: “Not in the least, sir; not in the least.” Seed Grain Cleaning We are now cleaning and grad­ ing seed grain of all kinds. Oats and Barley cleaned, graded and separated. Peas, Beans, Clovers, Etc. cleaned at reasonable prices. Seed Grain, Clovers and Grasses for sale ZWICKERS Night 44Phone 3W day Old Time Dance with ( FRANK KENNY AND HIS HOOZER HOT-SHOTS at KIPPEN, on FRIDAY, APRIL 28th, 193$ General admission 25c Clydesdales Percherons Hackneys Inspiration "Form 2” Highest Possible Grade for a 3-year-old Raven “Form A1.” Earl Roberts ‘Torm (3)” this horse when inspected last Fall was not in condi- tion to be granted a premium, but according to the inspectors, if in same condition as now, will be able to obtain it next Fall. No horse can be granted a premium in the spring of the year. This horse is a dark chestnut, 5 years old, stands 16.2 hands high and weighs between’ 1300 and 1400 lbs. He was first as a three year old at Toronto on the line and second in the harness class any age* He also sired the first prize foal at the C. N. E. and Royal in 1938. This is a high class horse and an excellent mover. This horse crossed with Clyde and Percheron mares should sire typical wagon horses which are in great demand today. Come in and sea the Tops. These horses will be routed later* CHAS. GODBOLT, Proprietor