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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1939-12-21, Page 1i' « .1* ESTABLISHED 1873 55. 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 55 35 55 55 55 35 55 55 55 35 55 2 Sweaters WE WISH YOU ALL FA A A EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 21st, 1939 A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS LAST MINUTE GIFT SUGGESTIONS Ladies’, Misses’ and Girls’ Coats at Greatly Reduced Prices LAD KNOCKED OFF WHEEL IS IN SERIOUS CONDITION Fred, 8-year-old son of Mr, and Mrs, Jack Elliott, is critically ill in the Children’s War Memorial Hos­ pital, London, where he was rushed Tuesday evening ^.fter being knock­ ed from a bicycle when hit by an auto. The accident happened on the Maim street in Exeter North, about 6 p.m. Wallace Seldon was driving his car and whs meeting an­ other car. Blinded by the lights of the approaching car he did not see the lad on the bicycle and was un­ aware of his presence until the car struck him. He found the lad ly­ ing unconscious in the ditch. The lad was removed to the' home of Mr. G. Strob'be, in front of whose place the accident happened, and Dr, Dunlop was called. He was later removed to the Children’s Hospital, .ondon, still in an unconscious con­ dition. He is suffering from a brain injury and a fractured thigh, dis mother accompanied him to the hospital. ARRIVE IN ENGLAND Several from Exeter were among the first contingent of soldiers to arrive in Great Britain on Monday. They are W, Servent, Lloyd Lind- denfield, Laverne Harness and L. Hunter. Ted Wethey, of London, son of Principal E. J. Wethey, was also among the contingent having gone over with the Royal Canadian •Ordnance Corps. NOMINATIONS FRIDAY The nominations for municipal office will be held Friday at noon, if rumor is correct there will be a number in the field for the various offices. Mr. Win. Ward, of the Public Utilities Commission, whose term expires this year has announc­ ed that he is retiring. Mr. Ward has served the Commission faith­ fully for many years. Mr. Thomas Pryde’s name has been mentioned for the office. FIRE PARTLY DESTROYS FARM HOME ELLIOT—HAMILTON Sixty-Seventh Year /liberty Christmas EACE on earth — yet bursting war-clouds on every horizon. Good-will to men — yet suspicion in every council chamber and in every counting house. Yes, peace on earth despite O suspicion, bursting shell and thunderous war-clouds. Good will to men though suspicion and murderous hatred drive apart men and nations who should brothers be, Britain and her Al­ lies have peace of soul because they contend with more than the old crusader’s enthusiasm for right and liberty as taught by the prince of Peace. And there is good-will t<? men in the Empire of which we form a blood red part, for deep in our spirits we dare exemplify as best we can the Spirit of Him who paid the supreme price that men may be free and neighbors. For this cause we have peace and good­ will. We see the dawn of a better day reddening the East and in that glowing brightness, we cannot but wish all mankind a Merry Christmas. A Large Stock to select from for Ladies, Men and Children. Skating Outfits Shoes with Skates Attached at Reasonable Prices Motor Rugs SPECIAL Full Size, Good Quality at $2.50 each 0 RUGS LINOLEUMS and FURNISHINGS FOR THE HOME SKI AND SKATING SUITS For Girls and Misses MEN’S AND BOYS’ SUITS AND OVERCOATS AT OLD PRICES W?. o’ Gift Suggestions FOR LADIES AND GIRLS Handkerchiefs in Fancy Boxes Bathrobes and Dressing Gowns Silk Hosiery and Underwear Fancy Linens Knitted Suits BLANKETS & BED COVERS ,' In Flannelette, Wool and Cotton and All Wool NOTE— We now have Flan­ nelette Blankets for Single Beds. Gift Suggestions FOR MEN AND BOYS Initialed Linen and Bordered Handkerchiefs Shirts, Braces and Ties in Sets Tie and Handkerchief Sets Arm Bands, Neck Scarfs, Sweaters, Windbreakers, Gloves, Suits and Overcoats, Hockey Shoes With Skates Attached Umbrellas Bath Robes, Pyjamas, Lace and Linen Table Cloths BATHROBES AND DRESSING GOWNS For Every Member of the Family Jones & May V. Your Superior g Store se Fire on Saturday evening partly destroyed the farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Hedley May on the high­ way about two miles' south of Exe­ ter. The fire started about 5.45 when Mr. May was in the act of fill­ ing a gasoline can and the fumes ig­ nited from a lantern. The fire start­ ed in the rear of the summer kit­ chen and spread rapidly. Phoning to Exeter for assistance the alarm was sounded and in a short time many persons had gathered at the scene. With heroic efforts but hand­ icapped by the shortage of water the fire was confined to the kitchen and a summer kitchen. The contents of the home were removed with difficulty as the house soon filled with smoke. Kathleen, their seven­ year-old old daughter was ill in bed at the time and was carried from the building and removed to the home of Mr. Flynn across the road. As the flames roared through the back part of the house they were held somewhat in check by a slate roof. A bucket brigade carried water from the barn and from the neighbors and the arrival of the Exeter fire brigade %11 combined to confine the flames to part of the building. 'Several times the main building took fire but ’ the heroic efforts of the men managed to put out the blaze. A rope was attach­ ed to the waist of one of the fire fighters and thrown over the roof an'd from a perilous position the blaze was fought. Mr. May suffer­ ed a burn on the right side of his face and his right hand was badly burned as he carried out the burn­ ing gasoline. Building and contents were insured in the Hay Mutual Fiif1 Ins. Co. at on when A quiet wedding took place the Caven Presbyterian manse Saturday last at two p.m. Miss Mary Jeanette Hamilton, dau­ ghter of Mrs. Jessie and the late John Hamilton, of Cromarty, was united in marriage to Mr, James Lome Elliot, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Elliot of Staffa. mony was performed by Hill, Accompanying the pie were Mr. Robert brother of the bride and trude Miller The cere- Rev. D. C. happy cou- Hamilton, Miss Ger- * To All Customers . . . You know it takes good old Santa Claus to remind us that Christmas is close at hand and that before long we will be starting a New Year. To us, it wouldn’t be right to begin 1940 without thanking our friends, old and new, who have given us the privilege of serving them this past year. / And so, right now, we want to thank you for your Goodwill —that priceless, though intangible asset which We esteem beyond measure. May this Christmas be the merriest you ever had and the New Year a Happy one. z Traquair’s Hardware Tinsmithing Sign Work Plumbing Extremely mild weather contin­ ues. Walter Matthews Was taken ill on Monday and was removed to St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, It is ex­ pected that he will have to undergo an operation the latter part of the week, A gentleman in town a few days ago reported that he had lost a sum of money. A couple of days later while in his garage he found thifty dollars lying on the floor. It was a lucky find for him. WITH BRITISH NAVY Mr, Henry Strang has been fine to his home during tile week with a heavy cold, Mrs. from ator .that land, boat several weeks, con- past , and Word Mr received a radio oper- navy, stating London Eng- broke out the Strang have their son Alex, with the British he was back in When the war he was on was interned for It will soon be too late to do your Ghristmas shopping early. OFFICERS ELECTED the East- organiza- The Exeter Ghapter of ern Star following their tion of a year ago and after a most successful year, held their annual election of officers Wednesday ev­ ening of last week, Two members were initiated, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Morley, of Ailsa Craig. The elec­ tion of officers was presided over by Bro. H. Kitchen, of London and resulted as follows: W. Matron^ Mrs, B. W. F. Beavers; W. patron, W. J. Smith; Asst. Matron, Mrs. E. J. Green; Asst. Patron, B. W. F. Beavers; Secretary, Miss Reta Rowe Treasurer, Mrs. G. W. Lawson'; Conductress, Mrs. W. J. - Smith; Asst. Conductress, Mrs. M. W- Tel- fer; Trustees, for one year, Mrs. H. May; for two years, W. D. Sanders; for three years, B, D. Field; audit­ ors, Miss B. Kenny, Miss Horton and Mrs. Moffat. A social hour was enjoyed and the Wor. Matron, Mrs. I. M. Sanders provided for the Chapter. S. S. ENTERTAINMENTS The foui* Sunday Schools of town held their Christmas entertainments Friday evening of last week. Trivitt Memorial Members of the Sunday School of Trivitt Memorial Church were entertained to a Christmas supper in the Parish Hall, Friday evening. Supper followed the opening exer­ cises. There was a good crowd and all enjoyed a wonderful time, just about the finest time that had been had in a number of years. Santa Claus distributed gifts from a gaily decorated tree. The Sunday School during the year has been in a flour­ ishing condition/- Caven Presbyterian Musical numbers predominated at the Caven Sunday School concert on Friday evening although reci­ tations, drills and dialogues were also represented. The Sunday School room was completely filled by the time the prqgpam commenced. The opening number A chords of greeting from all the school and from then on events moved smoothly, being greeted with applause and laughter until gifts max. EXETER IN THE HEADLINES The name “Exeter” has been in the headlines during the past week. It was the British cruiser Exeter which bore the brunt of the day- 1 long battle with the German pocket battleship the Graf Spee off the Uruguayan coast backed up by the cruisers Ajax and Achilles and caus­ ed this proud boat of the German fleet to flee for safety. Sixty-one men aboard the H.M.S. Exeter were killed and 23 were wounded. Later the Graf Spee was scuttled and sunk by her own commander. lunch the arrival of Santa Claus with to distribute formed the Main Street United cli- and BINGO In the Legion Rooms THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21st 15 Good Prizes .Door Prize—A Turkey Admission 25c Shooting Match WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER at one o’clock sharp At P. Passmore’s, Usborne Turkeys, Geese and Ducks Also Clay Birds 27 OVER 1,200 CHILDREN ENTERTAINED Over twelve hundred public school children were in Exeter Saturday for the visit of .Santa Claus and were entertained to a theatre party and presented with a bag of candy, nuts and an orange. It was children’s day and they took the town by storm. Invitations had been sent to the schools surrounding Exeter for the pupils to be guests of the Exeter Lions Club and , Canadian Legion. The program started early in the morning. At nine-thirty headed by the Exeter "band and Santa Claus about 350 children principally from the Exeter school paraded from the Huron Garage up the Main street to the theatre. They were welcomed by Reeve Sanders and were entertained by “Pop Eye the Sailor”, pictures of the Quin­ tuplets on their fifth birthday and other entertaining features. The second parade formed at one o’clock and the third parade at three o’clock each time the theatre being filled and each time they were wel­ comed by the Reeve who >paid a fine tribute to those sponsoring the en­ tertainment and to Mr. and Mrst Cochrane for donating the theatre. GIVEN JAIL TERM Nineteen-year-old Gerald Fitzger­ ald, Exeter, was Sentenced to jail for two months at hard labor by Magistrate J. A. Makins in police court on Monday last. The young man pleaded guilty a week ago to a charge of breaking and entering the farm home of David Chapple, Hibbert, and stealing $82. Most of the money has been recovered. Ma­ gistrate Makins said he hestitated to send the youth to a reformatory where he might be contacted with those who would do him more harm than good. 'Fitzgerald said he stole the money because he needed cloth­ ing, but Magistrate Makins told him anyone who had worked on a farm all summer should be able to man­ age his affairs capably enough to have sufficient money at the end of the season to buy his winter cloth­ ing. The Exeter band will .parade Friday night and will play Christ­ mas carols at different places along Main Street SNYDER—GILLIES At a quiet wedding on Saturday afternoon at Centennial United Church, London, Mary Maxine, only daughter, of Mrs. Cora P. Gillies, of Woodman avenue, London, be­ came the bride of Charles Lorhe Snyder, of Montreal, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Snyder, of Smithville? Rev. W. B. Craw, of­ ficiated at the wedding for which there were no attendants. The bride chose a wool suit in Boy Blue shade with trimming in mink, a matching hat and corsage of orchids. Access­ ories were of brown suede. A family reception was held at Glen Allan Villa, and later Mr. and Mrs. Shyder left on a short honeymoon. They will reside at 378'0 Cote Ste., Cath­ erine road, Montreal. The bride is a granddaughter of Mrs. Robert Gil­ lies, of Exeter and a niece of Mrs. E. O. Harvey. CHRISTMAS CHEER FUND The Christmas Cheer fund is now close to the fifty dollar mark and contributions are still coming In. The ladies of the Women’s Institute have made a canvass of those homes where Santa Claus will be a wel­ come guest and have prepared lists; of articles of clothing and other necessities that will be appreciated during this Christmas Season. A little now will go a long way to make some families happy. The amount acknowledged last week was $13.00. Further are as follows: Mrs. $1.00; Hy. Delbridge, Creech, $1.00 MisS cott, E. R, mart, G. S. happy, last contributions Frank Wood, $1.00; R. N. Vosper H. O. ! Miss Sanders, $1.00'; $1.0.0; b. s. Phillips, Hopper, $1.00; K. J. $1.00; E. M. Dignan, $1,00; Howard, $1,00; A Friend 25o and a pair of mitts; Fred Hatter, 506.; Mrs. 0, H. Sanders, $1,00; Lobanon Forest Lodge, $10.00; W. D. Sanders* $1.00; I.O.O.F., $10,00; Thos. Pryde, $1.0>t); Miss V. G. Es- sery, $1.00; Dr. Cowen, $1.00; A Friend, $1.00; total, $49.75. * and Soutli- $1,00; Lamp- HEARD FINE ADDRESS At the Lions Club supper meet­ ing at the Bossenberry Hotel Mon­ day evening the members were fa­ vored with a rare treat in the form of an address by Rev. Ernest Grigg, who for over forty years was a mis­ sionary in .Burma. Although re­ cently retired from the active work Mr. Grigg is full of vim and vitality and his description of his first trip to Burma, of the points of interest enroute, of the people, their cus­ toms and their religions was excep­ tionally interesting and entertain­ ing. He expects to return again to Burma next April. After listening to the reports of the welfare work being done by the Lions Club Mr. Grigg gave a liberal donation to their work. Lion S. B. Taylor re­ ported that six children had been examined for defective eyesight and several of them fitted with glasses. The case of a Child residing near the south boundary of Stephen, handicapped by crippled feet was brought to the attention of the club and a further investigation is to be made, Lion J. A. Traqualr report­ ed that a team has been entered in the juvenile hockey league and that suitable sweaters and outfits are being provided. The 'Christmas Tree for the public school children of the district On Saturday last in which the Canadian Legion partici­ pated was a great success. The theatre was filled three times and 240 bags of candy distributed, The suggestion was made that another year more consideration might be giVOn by the town to decorate the Main street for the holiday season. The usual Christmas Tree Entertainment was held in Main St. Church the program being pro­ vided principally by the members of the Primary class and the jun­ ior and consisted of the usual reci­ tations, songs and dialogues. San­ ta Claus appeared and distributed gifts from a well-laden tree. Fol­ lowing the distribution of gifts the various teachers took their classes and presented each scholar with a Christmas stocking of candy, nuts, etc. The proceeds from the evening were quite satisfactory. The super­ intendent, Mr. B. W. F. Beavers presided. James Street United There was a good attendance at the entertainment in James Street Church Friday evening. The greater part of the sixty-eight numbers on the two-hour program was present­ ed by the members of the Primary department. Some of the num­ bers were scarcely audible to the congregation but the actions of the youngsters never and entertain the by a class of girls well received. At ta Claus arrived Christmas stockings to all members of the primary and cradle roll. DALRYMPLE—-WATT The marriage of Elizabeth (Bes­ sie) Yuli Watt, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Watt, to William Henry Dalyrmple, of Bruce- field, was solemnized at three p.m. Saturday afternoon, December six­ teenth at Wesley Willis United Church manse, Clinton. Rev. Mr. A. Lane B.A., B.D., pastor of that church officiated. The bride wore a dress of teal blue crepe with wine accessories and shoulder bouquet of Rose Hill roses and fern. The witnesses were Miss Mae Mitchell, Clinton and Miss Grace Dalrymple, Brucefield. Immediately after the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Dalyrmple left for a motor trip, the bride wear­ ing a mink coat over her wedding costume. They will reside at Brucefield. The bride was well- known in Clinton and through her connection with the Department of Agriculture as stenographer at the office she was known throughout the county of Huron. She was one of the teachers in the primary de­ partment at Wesley Willis Sunday school and among her gifts was a framed picture of her class. RED CROSS SOCIETY The Exeter Branch of the Red Cross Society submits the following statement of the results of the can­ vass and the expenditure to date, as follows, the various districts be­ ing listed alphabetically: failed to amuse audience. A drill was pleasing and ten o’clock San- and distributed Centralia ................$ 210.00 Crediton ................... 2'97.30 Dashwood ................ 2'22.60 Exeter ....................... 1,769.01 Grand Bend ............. 115.55 Hurondale ............. 92.75 "Whalen ..................... 23.25 Zion .......................... 52.10 FOWL MARKET DULL The market for Christmas has not been brisk and the returns to the farmer not up to the usual standard. The flow to the market has been steady and considerable fowl has been raised in this com­ munity. The price paid for poul­ try Tuesday was turkeys 20c.; ducks 15c.; geese 14c. and chicken 16. The price is liable to fluctuation.. fowl MILD WEATHER There has been only one so far this season that the weather has been cold enough to make a serious attempt at ice-making at the Exeter Arena. Manager Chas. Triebner is all set to take advan­ tage of the first cold spell. He was up most of one night last week his efforts went for naught, night but BRIDE-ELECT HONORED “In honor of Miss Jane Hogarth bride-elect of late December, Miss Mary Horney and Miss Lila Martin entertained at the former’s home in Ridotit street south, where games were followed by a treasure hunt in which the bride-to-be directed by verses concealed in a bouquet of toy balloons found a great many attractive’gifts. Pink and white dec­ orations were used on the supper table.”—-iLondon Free press TOTAL -------—.....$2,782.5'6 The expenditure to date for yarn, flannel, cotton, tape, etc., amounts to $597.24. Certain districts we understand, have not been canvassed, and it Is hoped residents of these districts Will soon procure their permits from the Secretary, and get 'the work underway. Other* districts may not have completed the canvas. The Society would urge the canvassers to finish the job as soon as possible. In the meantime we must all bear in mind that the fund is still open and the Treasurer, Mr. Moffatt, will be pleased to receive subscriptions at any time and give receipts there­ for. The buttons have not come from headquarters as fast as we could wish for, but they are on order, and will arrive in due course. It takes time to supply several mil­ lion buttons to all parts of Canada. The Society wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the many canvassers, who worked so earnestly at the job, which is always a pleasant one, but still they may consider it a privilege a duty to have had a part in, To the many subscribers the ciety returns thanks for their nations, knowing full well that real sacrifice lias been made in many cases. The cause is a worthy one, and the subscriber alone knows whether he or she has lived up to the privilege they had. However, tKe fund it still open. not one and So-4 dO- store windows of Exeter pre* a most attractive appearance for the Christmas season. One win* dow worthy of special note is that of Sandy Elliot at the Ford Garage.