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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1939-12-21, Page 4yilURSDaje, DECEMRER 21, 1030 THE EXETERTIMES-ADVOCATE GRAND BEND / ROCK BOTTOM CASH STORES Hensall WE EXTEND TO OUD OLD FRIENDS, OUR NEW FRIENDS AND OUR FRIENDS TO BE .... HEARTIEST GOOD WISHES FOR A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A NEW YEAR FULL OF HAPPINESS AND PROSPERITY. AS WE EXTEND THESE SIN CERE YULEIDE GREETINGS WE WOULD LIKE TO GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THE MANY COURTESIES AND EVIDENCES OF GOOD WILL THAT HAVE MADE SERVICE TO YOU A PLEASURE FOR US. r.'. WHALEN Miss Elsie Robbins is holidaying with Mrs. F. Gunning. Mr. Russell Morley and Maida were Sunday visitors at the home of Mr. P. Passmore, Thames Road. Several from here attended the Christmas Concert on Friday after noon at Staffa where Miss Dordthy Hazelwood is the teacher. About thirty members of the "Treasure Seekers” class were en tertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Laverne Morley on Friday ev ening. The December W. A. meeting was held at Mrs. Ogden’s home Thurs-> day afternoon with sixteen mem bers present. Mrs. W. Morley pre sided. Mrs. Ogden gave a reading, and Mrs. Foster favored with a solo Several items of business were dis cussed. The following are the of ficers for 19 40: President, Mrs. W. Morley; 1st vice-president, Squire; 2nd vice-president, Squire; Secretary, Mrs. E. Treasurer, Mrs. Wilson pianist, Misses Elva and Morley. Mrs. A. Waddell, of Toronto, was a recent visitor with her mother Mrs. Alex Duffield. At the family night gathering on Wednesday evening, Rev. Mr. Fal conbridge showed lantern slides on Japan. Lackie Bros, are sporting a new Ford V8. Miss Merle Squire is engaged at the home of Dr. Kipp, Granton. Mrs. F. Mrs. E. Foster; Morley; Maida Renew Now WINCHELSEA The Christmas Concert put on by the Winchelsea pupils in Elimville Church on Thursday evening was much enjoyed by everyone. Much credit is due to the teachers’ Misses Lila McCulloch and M. McGugan also Mr. Wein the music instructor. Miss Grace Hocking, of Monroe, spent last week with her cousins, Misses Ethel and Irene Pooley. Mr. and Mrs. Alf. Collier and Grace, of Kirkton, spent Sunday with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Bailey. Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Batten and Billy visited oji Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Morley, Whalen. Mrs. George Delbridge, spent one day last week with her daughter Mrs. H. Murch of Elimville. THIS YEAR BUY Practical Christmas Gifts FROM BEAVERS’ HARDWARE They are so Much More Appreciated FOR BABY Mr. and Mjrs, stephen Webb, Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Webb and Mrs. Sol. Pollock visited over the week-end in Lansing, Mich., with Mr. and Mrs. Donald Webb. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Brown are visiting in Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Dewey, Francis Dewey and Mr. Glen Bren ner are visiting in Chatham at present. Mr. Richard Webb received word that his brother-in-law, Mr. Hickey, of Fargo, Mich., passed away on Sunday. Mr. Hickey was born couple of miles from here and Mr. Joe Hickey of the 21st concession is a brother. WOODHAM Mrs. Talbot and son Ernie Mr. and Mrs. Chester Neil, Bruce- field, visited last week at the home of Mrs. John Routly. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Thompson and children, of Parkhill, were re cent visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Mills. Mr, and Mrs. Floyd Pridliam spent Tuesday last in London. Miss Evelyn Wynn, of London, was the week-end guest of mother Mrs. Wm. Wynn. Mr. Gordon Laing is confined to his bed. We hope he will soon re cover. and her White Gifts Service White .Gift Service was ob- here last Sunday morning the .Sunday School hour. A The served during splendid program was put on which included:' Scripture lesson by Leo nard Thacker; a lovely reading by Evelyn Camm; a piano duet by Kenneth and Marion Mills; a vocal duet by Rundle;, by Mrs. by the Miss Audrey Johnson. Aftei' this two litle boys, namely Ross Gunning and Donald Rodd came received the numerous white covered basket. was Mary Millson and Lois a very interesting reading Victor Chatten; a number orchestra accompanied by very much enjoyed around and gifts in a The service by all. CREDITON EAST Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Baird son Billy, of Grand Bend spent Sun day with Mr. and Mrs. Sam Sims. Mrs. Charles Anderson, of Exe ter' and Mr. Jack Anderson, Lon don, spent the week-end at their home here. Mr. and Mrs. Alec Hamilton, of Grand Bend, with Mr. and Master Barry been visiting turned home Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Betty and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Glanville and Donald of No. 4 High way spent the week-end in Detroit. Mrs. Wm. Cliffe and baby son Gary Ross returned home from St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, Friday. Mrs. Eli Lawson and Mrs. Henry Motz spent Tuesday in Exeter with and Mrs. Roland Motz. and OIL CAKE AND COAL Fresh Supply of Oil Cake $2.35 per 100 lbs. Good Supply of Pocahontas $11.00 a Ton R. G. SELDON & SON 3 - D A N C E S AT DUBLIN CHRISTMAS NIGHT------ ERNIE BRQWN THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28th WILLIS TIPPING — T------2“‘ BELL, VOCALIST NEW YEAR’S NIGHT NOVEL TY FROLIC — DON HOPKINS Admission 50c MARION ELIMVILLE 'The Winchelsea school children gave their annual Christmas Con cert in the church here on Thurs day, December 14th. A large au dience enjoyed their numbers, many of which were singing, Mr. L. Wein their musical teachers, Miss McCulloch and Miss McGugan certainly deserve praise for their training and the children for their creditable performance. The proceeds which amounted to over $3 7.0'0 was very gratifying. Mrs. Jno: Hodgert, of Thames Road sang a solo in her usual pleas- at last A large Christ- 10 a.m. instructor and the THAMES ROAD AND ROYS The goocl wishes of their neigh bors and the community were ex tended to Mr. and Mrs, William Westlake at a reception in their home on Wednesday. Two comfort able upholstered chairs with a wal nut end table were presented to them. To the strains of music fur nished by Messrs. William Hyde and Bob Jefferies, toes were trip ping till early morning. May we join in good wishes. A fine pressure system is being installed at the rink, so when Jack Frost appears all will be in readi ness for one At time of improvement Mr. and Mrs. Murray, who monia, Misses Kay and Florence Thom son, of Granton, and Maida Mor ley, of Whalen, were guests Sun day with Miss A. passmore. Mr. P. Passmore was in Goderich Monday on business. Weather continues unseasonable. Though there has been consider able sickness among the children, the pupils of Lumley are holding their Chistmas concert Wednesday afternoon, and the Thames Road hold their concert FridayS. S, will evening. LIBBY’S ARE BUYING WHITE BEANS AT HIGH EST MARKET PRICES.— PHONE BEAN BUYER AT CREDITON 37 RING 5, OIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHP of winter's pleasures, writing there is’ some in the condition of Dawson’s little son, is very ill with pneu- SHIPKA pleased to report that and NOMINATION & ELECTION VILLAGE OF EXETER Public Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the electors of the Vil lage of Exeter, will be held in the Town Hall, Exeter, at the hour of 12. o'clock noon, on Friday, December 22nd, 1939, For the purpose oFmak- ing and receiving nominations of candidates for the office of Reeve, Councilors, Public Utilities Commis sion and for the Board of Education. And further take notice .that in the event of more candidates being pro posed than required to be elected,, proceedings will be adjourned until Monday, January 1st, 19 40, when polls shall be open from 9 o’clock a.m. until 5 o’clock p.m., at the fol lowing places with the undermen tioned officers in charge as fixed by Village by-law viz: Poll 1, Residence of Wm, Kuntz,. Main street, D.R.O. E. Treble, p.C. Earl Parsons; Poll 2, Town Hall,’ D.R.O. J. A. Stewart, “ Coates; Poll 3, Residence of Roy Webber, corner of Main and Victoria, streets, D.R.O. George Jaques, P.C.. Mrs. Hazel Harness; Poll 4, Resi dence of Mr. Thomas Webster, Wil liam street, north, D.R.O. Rd. Welsh P.C. John Kydd. All Electors are hereby requested to take notice and govern them selves accordingly. «- JiOS. SENIOR, Clerk Exeter, December 11th, 1939. We are Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Latta two children, patients at Victoria Hospital, London, are improving. Mr. Blair, of Lucan, was the speaker in the United Church on Sunday last. Rev, L. Turner, pas tor will not occupy the pulpit until the first Sunday in the New Year, The Sunday School concert will be held in the church on Friday even ing of this have the slides will scenes. The pupils of S.’S. No. 7 were out to see Santa Claus at Exeter on Sat urday of last week. P.O. 'Frank. ing and capable manner Sunday evening’s service, congregation was present, mas service will be held at next Sunday and Sunday School at the usual hour of 2 p.m.. Every body come. Nominations will be held in the Township Hall here on Friday af ternoon, December 22. There seems to be little stir this year. The Christmas meeting of the W. M. iS. was very interesting. The Baby Band and mothers were invit ed to attend. Several accepted the invitation, Mrs. Sherwood Brock was hostess to nearly thirty ladies and children. Mrs. Newton Clarke w’as leader and opened with singing "Joy to the World” and the Lord’s Prayer was repeated in unison. The business session was conducted by the Preident. Roll call was ans wered by twenty-one members sub ject was a Christmas message. Min utes were read and adopted. Several Christmas hymns were sung. Little Arlene Skinner sang a lovely solo. Mrs. R. Batten and several others read interesting articles dealing with the Madras Conference held in In dia. Another hymn was sung and Mrs. R. D. Hunter closed the meet ing with prayer. A delicious lunch was served by the committee in charge and a treat given to the Baby Band members. The W. M. cutive were asked to meet Ed. Johns on January 3rd for the meeting for 1940. On Thursday afternoon week Mrs. Harry Murch was hostess to the Women’s Auxiliary for their Christmas meeting. Miss Dora Del- bridge, presided and the meeting opened with singing "Ring Out the Bells for Christmas” and prayer by Rev. Mr. Mair. Mrs. Mair read the Scripture lesson. Readings harmon izing with the Christmas season were given by Mrs. Garnet Johns Miss Ruth Skinner and Mrs. George Davis. Mrs. Hubert Heywood fa vored with a- vocal solo. Some Christmas hymns were sung. Santa Claus’ visit was very welcome and gave the children treats and gifts for the members. Lunch was serv ed and social chat enjoyed. The next meeting will be in commemor ation of Bobby Burns’ birthday and will be in charge of Rev. and Mrs. Mair. week. The children will first part after which be shown on Christmas NOMINATION & ELECTION TOWNSHIP OF USBOHNE Public Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Electors of the Township of Usborne will be held in the Township Hall, Elimville, at the hour of 1 o’clock p.m., Friday, De cember 22, 1939, for the purpose of making and receiving nominations for the offices of Reeve and four Councilors. And further take notice that in the event of more candidates being proposed than required to be elected, proceedings will be adjourn- er until Monday, January 1st, 1940, when polls shall be opened from 9 o’clock a.m. until 5 o’clock p.m., at the following places with the under mentioned officers in charge as fix ed by Township by-law, viz: Poll 1, School House, No. 4, Eden, D.R.O. J. J. Hunter, p.C. John Lux ton; Poll 2, House of Lloyd Stewart, D.R.O. C. B. Allison, p.C. Chas. Jef fery; Poll 3, House of H. Rowcliffe, D.R.O. S. W, Dougall, P.O. William Jeffery; Poll 4, Public Hall, Farqu har, D.R.O. Leonard Harris, P.C. Nelson Roach; poll 5, Township Hall Elimville, D.R.O. Lloyd Johns, P.C. Weston Horne; Poll 6, House of Nor man Jaques, D.R.O. Ross Hern, P.C. Wellington Brock; Poll 7, House of Russell Morrison, D.R.O. Oliver Mc Curdy,, P.C. Wm. Mills. All Electors are hereby requested to take notice and govern themselves accordingly. A. W. MORGAN, Clerk R.R. 1, Hensall, December 6th, 1939 To the many friends who have favored us with their patron age during the year about to close we wish to express our Sincere Thanks. ' To One and All we Extend Best Wishes for a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR & spent Thursday here Mrs. Harry Lewis. Hamilton, who his grandparents with them. Bender Mrs. has re- and E. L. Gibson Badminton Racquets Table Sets (6 Knives and 6 Forks) Stainless Steel FOR GIRLS FOR THE HOME Scissors 25c, 40c, 75c Skating Outfits (Complete) $3.95 to $4.95 Carving Sets Christmas Tree Lights Nut Crackers Nut Cracker Sets Electric Irons $2.75, $4.50 Electric Toasters $2.25 to $4.50 Electric Heaters NORTH END SERVICE STATION CENTRALIA S. at to exe- Mrs. plan Centralia Young People’s held regular meeting Monday even- The President Reg. Hodgson of last Practical gifts keep on giving happiness and satisfaction not only on Christmas Day but throughout many happy days of the whole year. This year there are many practical and useful gifts at Beavers’ Hardware. Below is a list of suggestions that may help you choose just the practical gift that will be most appreciated. Pick out your Christmas present early. Come down and look over the many gift selections at Beaver’s Hardware. Popeye Series Silver Spoon 50c Fork and Spoon 50c Cup and Plate Sets Granite in Colours 50c to 75c FOR BOYS Pocket Knives with Chains 25c Pocket Knives 25c, 35c, 50c Hockey Sticks 20c, 25c, 35c, 50c Hockey Outfits Complete with Skates and Boots $3.25, $3.95, $4.50 Ever Ready Flashlights 69c, 85c, $1.50, $1.75 FOR WOMEN Pyrex Pie Plates 35c, 40c, 50c Pyrex Casseroles 70c, 80c, $1.15 Tableware—6 $1.25, $1.50, T able ware—6 $1.00, $1.25, Knives $3.25 Forks $2.00 FOR MEN Pocket Knives 35c, 50c, 85c, $1.00 Gillette Razors 29c, 59c, $1.50 Shaving Brushes 50c Shaving Mirrors 25c Coleman Lamps Tools and Tool Kits HARDWARE MERCHANT Rhone 86 <s£ ! EXETER || their ing. opened the meeting with a hymn fol lowed by the Lord’s Prayer. The officers for the coming year were elected as follows: Hon. Presidents, Rev. Mr. Falconbridge, Mr, O. Skin ner; President, Frank Hicks; vice- president, Donald Blair; Secretary, Doris Greb; Assistant secretary, Margaret Cook; Treasurer, Bob Blair; Pianist, Margaret McIntyre; Assistant pianist, Rev. Mr. Falcon bridge; Christian (Fellowship Con venor, Walter Mitchell; Missionary Convenor, Marlys McFalls; Citizen ship Convenor, Violet Watkins; C. Culture, Bill Elliott; Recreation, Bruce Isaac; Press Reporter, Gor don Baynham; Assistant Press Re porter, Audrey Powe; Beadle. Stan ley Hicks. Marlys McFalls then took charge of the meeting. A hymn was sung followed by a responsive Scripture reading. A solo was sung by Beryl McFalls, a reading given by ■Stanley Hicks. The topic was given by Doris Greb. The meeting was closed by a hymn followed by the Mizpah benediction. For a Special Treat the Manage ment Presents the Original UKELELE BILL AND HIS HILL BILLIES Featuring “Little Frank” the Original Violinist ONE NITE ONLY AT KIPPEN MONDAY, DECEMBER 25th Christmas Night Floor Show Featuring “Miss Babe” General Admission 35c Don’t forget the Usual Friday Night Dance with CLAYTON STEEPER and the JOHNSTON SISTERS C. Watson, Manager NOMINATION & ELECTION TOWNSHIP OF STEPHEN Public Notice is hereby given that meeting of the Electors of the KIPPEN Mrs. Maude Pybus, of (London, is visiting at the home Mrs. H. Ricker. Mr. ahd Mrs. W- Irma Ferguson and stetter visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kadlng at Grand Bend. The family of Mrs. H. Ricker was called to her bedside on Fri day morning when she suffered a very severe heart attack. But at the time of writing she is slightly im proved. Her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. The S. School of St. Andrew’s United Church held their Christmas Concert on Friday evening. The pupils of Miss McNaughton’s school of the 2nd concession of TUcker- smith put on some very interesting numbers and five pupils Of Mr. A. Finlayson’s school gave musical number which was enjoyed by all. A play entitled "Through Other Eyes” was given by nine of the Young People’s Society. They were Edna Dayman Jean Long, Gwen Cooper, Doreen Coopet, Irma Fer-, guson, Mrs. E. Chipchase, Blanche j Watson, Erftie Chipchase and Ian j Chandler. After the play Santa Claus made his appearance and as'l;*§ usual had a very full pack Of toys < and candy for the children. of her mother Horney, Miss Mr. A. Gack- S’: LAWSON’S CHRISTMAS SALES OFFERS OUTSTANDING VALUES FOR THRIFTY SHOPPERS WE SPECIALIZE IN DIAMOND RINGS PRICED FROM $12.50 UP Birth Stone Rings .......... $1.00 up A Very Fine Selection of Silverware bought at the Old Prices Don’t Forget to get our Prices on Popul ar Dresser Sets. Splendid Variety Chime Clocks ...... $15.00 to $28.50 Mantle Clocks .......... $6.00 and up Dreiser Clocks ......... $2.00 and up 35 3§ 35 WRIST WATCHES 15 and 17 Jewel Movement Owing to our Stock Being Bought at the Old Prices There Will be no Profiteer ing in this Store. A Call Will Convince You. JAMES LAWSON . REPAIRING A SPECIALTY Jeweller Exeter a _ ______ Township of .Stephen will be held in the Town Hall, Crediton, on Friday, December 22nd, 19i39, at one o’clock in the afternoon for the purpose of making and receiving nominations for Reeve, Deputy-Reeve and Coun cilmen. And further notice is hereby giv en that in the-event of more candi dates being proposed and qualifying for any particular office, than re quired to be elected, the' proceedings will adjourn until Monday, January 1st, 1940, when the polls shall be opened at 9 o’clock a.m., at the fol lowing places as fixed by the Town ship by-law, Poll 1, Mills’ Shop, Lot 5, Cbn. 1, D.R.O, W. B. Willert, P. C. Lloyd Hodgson; Poll 2, Penhale’s Kitchen, Lot 20, Con. 2, D.R.O. Preston Dear ing, P.C..Geo. Walker; Poll 3, Wen zel's Barber Shop, Lot 11, Con. 6, D.R.O. Thos. Trevethick, P.O. C. G. Mdrlodk; Poll 4, Town Hall, Lot 10, Con. 7, D.R.O. John T. Hirtzel, P.O. John H. Gaiser; .Poll 5, School House Lot’ll, Con. 12, D.R.iO. Patrick Sul livan, P.O. Jas. Mawhinney; Poll 6, Koehler’s Bake Shop, Lot 2*3, Con. N.B., D.R.O. Ed. G. Kraft, p. C., C. Gaiser; Poll 7, Sweitzer’s Kitchen, Lot 10, Con. 17, D.R.O. John Houl- alfhh, P. C. Major Baker; Poll 8, Pollock’s Store, Lot 40, Con, S.B., D. R.O.,- Wm. Hicks, P.C., Mansel Hed ging; Poll 9, Ravelle’g store, Lot 1, Con, Sauble, D.R.O., Isaac Bestard Jr., p.C., Wellwood Gill. All electors are hereby requested th take notice and govern themselves accordingly. HERGERT K. EILBER, Returning Officer Crediton, December 5th, 1939. o