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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1940-01-25, Page 5THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE THVRSDAY, JANUARY WJ, 1»JO HEN SALL Miss Mildred Follick spent the week-end with her parents. Mr. Harold S. A. Bell spent the week-end visiting friends in Clinton. Mrs. Thomas Hudson has been confined to her bed owing to illness. The new Ford Tractor is now on display at our show rooms.—Sandy Elliot. The W. C. T. U. will hold theii* regular meeting on Thursday after­ noon at 3 p.m. The annual meeting of the Unit­ ed Church will be held on Wednes­ day evening, January 31st, Mr. jack Swan, of London visit­ ed his father Mr, Andy Swan, who accompanied him home to London. Mr. Harold Bonthron and Miss Edith Dick spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cudmore at Exeter. Mr. Stanley Tudoi* attended the Hotelkeepers’ Convention which was held in the Royal York Hotel Toronto on .Saturday last, Mrs. Pete Buchanan, of St. Thom­ as, is visiting at her former home in Hensall owing to the illness of her father Mr. John Zuefle. Mr. Fred Beer who has spent the past two and a half months in the Westminster Hospital, London, has returned to his home. The Arnold Circle of Carmel Pres­ byterian church will hold a crok- inole party at the home of Mrs. R. •Bell on Tuesday evening January 3 0 Crediton 2, Hensall 1 •Crediton punched home a victory over Hensall Monday night in an overtime battle 2 to 1. Snow on the ice handicapped what might have been a fast game. Wolfe and Fahr- ner scored for Crediton while Hud­ son notched Hensail’s lone counter. United Church Young People’s The Young People’s League of the United Church held their regul­ ar meeting on Monday evening, Jan­ uary 22nd with Miss Goldie Cross in the chair. A hymn was sung. The Scripture lesson was read by Miss Barbara Shepherd. Devotional, Mrs. Maude Hedden. Hymn. The min­ utes of the last "meeting were read and approved. Piano" solo by Miss Kilpatrick was enjoyed by all those present. A Bible contest was held directed by Miss Gladys Passmore. Church N^ws Miss Irene Hoggarth was organist for the past two .Sundays owing to the absence of Mrs. Murdock. In the evening the Carmel Presbyter­ tian church held their service in the basement. Lois and Marion Mac- Laren sang a very pleasing duet “!He Keeps Me Singing.” Mr. Weir chose as his sermon “Hero Worship­ pers.” Rev. Mr. Brook preached at the morning service in the United church. The anthem for the morn­ ing was “Remember Now Thy Crea­ tor.” No service was held in the evening owing to the bad weather. Young People’s League The Young people held their reg­ ular meeting in the school room of the church on January 22nd at 8.15 p.m. The meeting opened with Psalm 10'9 “Unto the Hills” after which Violet Hyde led in prayer. Jim Campbell read the Scripture lesson. The devotional talk was taken by Beryl Pfaff 2nd chapter of Apostle’s 'Creed’’ Hymn 324 was sung. The roll call was answered. Business was then discussed. The collection was taken. Bobby Camer­ on sang a very pleasing solo. Mr. Weir gave a splendid talk on “Some of his Student Experiences in Sask­ atchewan.” Along with the talk he showed some very interesting pic­ tures. Hymn 797 was sung. The national anthem was sung followed by a closing prayer. Games and con­ tests were played. Operetta Presented On Tuesday evening January 213 the pupils of Hensall Public school presented two Operettas for the second time. The proceed were for the Red Cross. The first was “Molly be Jolly” and the second "What’s the Matter with Sally.” Mr. Claude Blowes, who acted as chairman, gave a brief synopsis of each Operetta. The people were well pleased by the wonderful ac­ tions of the children. The first- operetta “Molly be Jol­ ly” was very humorous and caused roars of laughter. Molly was played by Patsy McDonald and other parts were George Beer, Beverley Mc- Clinchey, Donald Shqpherd, Jack Drysdale, Joyce .Broderick, Bob Cook, Billy Mickle. Beverley Me- Clinchey contributed a solo “My Old Straw Hat” also George Beer sang “Speak Louder.” Joyce Brod­ erick and Patsy McDonell gave splendid tap dancing and toe danc­ ing with Mrs. R. Broderick at the piano. Other choruses were “Mol­ ly Be Jolly, ^Mr. Hooligan,” “When Will the Circus Be”, The second act was at the circus with George Beer acting as Mr, Hooligan, mana­ ger of the circus and perfomed his part splendidly. Douglas Cook and Ross Jinks played the part of the elephant; Donald Hedden, the talking skeleton; Roy Hedden the wild man from Borneo; Ronnie Hedden, fat man; clowns, K. Noakes Ron. Moir,, The band Donald and Ronald MacKinnon, John Sangster. The second operetta which took place in an orphanage. Sally played by Ruth Hess, a spoiled and sel- wish child, who lived at the Orphan­ age to visit the children and try to correct her selfishness and be more PRAIRIE NO. 7 WELL Chatham, Jan. 22nd,—This xyell cut the Niagara limestone at 1900 feet which means it is logging the same as Rowe-Bruette Nos, 4 and 5 (two of the best Wells in the province — and in the same field) and it is expected that the top of the Trenton Gas and Oil bearing limestone, at 2900 feet, will be reached by the first of next week, This well was started in December, considerate of others. Sally gave a party and sharing her toys with the orphans, The teacher at the orphanage was taken excellently by Lenore Normington; principal, Mar­ ion MacLaren and Marion Sangster in the role of mother, Mabel Fairbairn, Norma gangster Shirley Wolfe and Donald McArthur A paper doll drill which was a dain­ ty scene were taken by the little tots, Betty Smale, Eleanor Venner, Marguerite and Beverley Moore, Betty Mickle, Betty Moir, Eleanor Cook. Mr, Sam Rennie directed the musical numbers. The directors were: Mr. Claude Blowes, Miss Ellis, Miss Beryl Pfaff, Mrs. Claude Blowes, Mrs. E. L. Mickle, Mrs. Russell Broderick, Mrs. Walter .Spencer, Mrs. Sam Ren­ nie were all responsible for the beautiful costumes. The new Ford Tractor is now on display at our show rooms.—Bandy Elliot. SHIPKA The regular meeting of the W. A. will be held Thursday, February 1 at the home of Miss Pearl Keyes at 2 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Dietrich visit­ ed with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Keys on Sunday. The ladies of the United church and their husbands held a social evening and bazaar last Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ern­ est Keyes, owing to cold and stormy weather the attendance was fair. The evening was spent in playing Chinese checkers and other amuse­ ments. A half hour’s community singing was also enjoyed. Mr. Wm. Sweitzer moved a vote of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Keyes for their hos­ pitality. Lunch was served by the ladies. The annual congregational meet­ ing will be held this week (Thurs­ day) at the United Church at 8 p.m. Reports from all different organiza­ tions are to be given. Rev. L. Turn­ er in charge. Mr. Geo. Moore, of Los Angeles, Calif., spent Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sweitzer. Miss Ida Sweitzer, of London, is spending a few weeks at her home here. CREDITON Crokinole party at Crediton Unit­ ed Church on Monday evening, Jan­ uary 2'9th in the basement of the church, followed by lunch. Sponsor­ ed by the Young People's Union. Admission 15c. Everybody welcome. Mr. Howard Beaver, who has been visiting in Pittsburg and Hamilton since Christmas, returned home on Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Haist, of 'Fienwick, Ont., spent the weekend at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Finkbeiner. Miss Norma Finkbeiner returned with them for a visit of a few weeks. Miss Malete Schenk is getting along as well as can be expected fol­ lowing an operation for appendici­ tis at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Lon­ don. Mr, Herbert Trevethick, of Mel- fort, Sask., is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Trevethick. The regular meeting of the Un­ ited church Y.P.U. was held last Thursday evening in the basement of the church. The meeting was in charge of the Missionary Convenors, Doreen Baker and Bryce Mack. Don­ ald Kestle opened by singing hymn 81 followed by prayer by Ila Lam­ port. A reading given by Allen Hill was followed by the roll call and minutes of the previous meeting. Business then followed,. It was plan­ ned to have a crockinole party in the basement of the church on Mon­ day evening, January 29 th. The Scripture lession was read by Bev­ erley Cliffe. Hymn 245 was sung followed by the topic given by Doreen Baker. Piano instrumental by Rhena Yearley followed by a reading by Doris Wright. Hymn 171 was sung and the meeting was brought to a close by the Mizpah benediction. (Intended for last week) Mrs. Jackson and daughter Verna and Dorothy are visiting at the home o.f Mr. Sam. .Lawson. After such a mild fall the district seems to be getting its share of win­ ter. A high east wind accompanied by driving rain last Sunday caused considerable damage in the com­ munity. A windmill on the farm of Mr. Ed. 'Hendrick was blown down and several roofs were damaged. CREDITON EAST Mrs. Harry Lewis has returned home after spending the past two weeks with her daughter and son- in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Hamil­ ton of Grand Bend. Mr. Garnet Rau, of the States is visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Chris. Rau. Mr. Wm. Cliffe had the misfor­ tune to fall on some ice and frac­ ture two ribs. Mrs., Harold McDonald spent a few days in Exeter last week. Mrs. Chris. Rau who has been confined to her bed is able to be up for a time each day. Grandson Dies Suddenly Mr. and Mrs. Fred Waghorn re­ ceived the sad news of the death of their five-year-old grandson, Doug­ las, of Watertown. The little fellow had been riding on a sleigh and fell off and bruised himself and was seemingly alright, but later found he had broken a rib and pierced his intestines and peronttitis set in, and he only lived a short time; the little fellow lived with his grand­ parents here till last summer when he went to live with his parents. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved parents and grandparents. ELIMVILLE Mr. Norman Hanna, of Banguard, Sask., has been visiting his sister, Mrs. Thos. Bell. Mrs. Kenneth Hogg and little son, of Thorndale, have been spend­ ing a week with Mr. and Mrs. W■ Routly. Not a single vehicle of any des­ cription passed through the village from the west on the St. Marys road on Sunday. Something unprede­ dented. Master Carman Herdman, who has been confined to his bed for some time has been able to be up part of the day for a couple of weeks. His friends sincerely hope for more rapid improvement shortly. The severe cold and storms block­ ed some of the roads but most are open for horse traffic although the sleighing cannot be called good at all. But we are now more thank­ ful than ever that we do not live in Finland. No services were held in our church last .Sunday owing to the condition of roads and weather. It is quite a long time since service was cancelled for that reason. XV. M. S. Pot Luck Slipper Despite the .stormy weather and heavy roads on Wednesday night last, there was a good turnout at the W.M.iS. Pot Luck (Supper held in the basement of the church. This, CENTRALIA The Home and School Club will hold their meeting in the school on Friday evening of this week. The guest speaker for the evening will be Mr. Herb Eilber of Crediton. Everybody is welcome to attend. Bed Cross Unit On Monday afternoon January 15th a meeting of the Centralia Red Cross Unit was held in the basement of the United Church. The minutes of previous meetings were read. Mrs. G. Baynham requested a time and place for the people to bring in them finished work and take more out. The president read a letter receiv­ ed from the Exeter Red Cross ask­ ing this unit to try and raise some money to augment their funds as their balance would not last longer than six months. After discussion of the above letter, Mrs. Boyes mov­ ed and Mrs. W. Baker seconded the motion that the members of the executive act with the finance com­ mittee to plan ways and means of raising money. Rev. J. Falcon­ bridge moved and T. Boyes seconded a motion that we hold a Red iCross meeting the second Monday in each month at 2.3 0 p.m. in the basement of the church. The treasurer re­ ported a balance of $6.59 on hand, Centralia XV. M. S. The January meeting of the W. M. S. was held in the schoolroom of the church on Tuesday afternoon January 9th. Mrs. N. Mitchell was in charge of the program and the opening hymn was “Onward, Then and Fear Not”. Mrs. B. Hicks then offered prayer. Mrs. Mitchell read the Scripture lesson from Malachi with a comment on the verses from the Upper Room. The second hymn was “Oh God Our Help in Ages Past”. Mrs. W. Bakei' read a poem giving a description of the New Year on which we are entering. Mrs. B. Hicks gave the topic entitled “The New Year and the Opportun­ ities it Offers Us” closing with the closing quotation from the King’s Christmas Day message. Mrs. W. Baker and Mrs. L. Hodgson sang a very fine duet “Beautiful Garden of Prayer.” Mrs. N. Mitchell then gave some readings one of which asked the question “What will the New Year Bring?” The president, Mrs. A. McFalls then took charge of the meeting for the business. Annual reports were given by the Recording Secretary, the Treasurer, the Com­ munity .Friendship Secretary and the Missionary Monthly Secretary. The forming of a Mission Circle was dis­ cussed and several other business matters were dealt with. The meet­ ing was brought to a close by sing­ ing a hymn followed by the benedic­ tion. Centralia Young People’s The weekly meeting of the Cen­ tralia Young people was held in the Centralia Church. It opened with a hymn. After the business there was a reading by June Slea- mon. Mr. Andrew Hicks gave a very interesting talk on the three most important days of the year, Yester­ day, Today and Tomorrow. A num­ ber was given by the Skinner trio. The meeting closed with a hymn. Dance at Centralia TUESDAY, JANUARY 30th Benny Palmer and His Nine Piece Band Good Floor Admission 5Oc CORBETT Mr. John Pickering spent a few days with his mother Mrs. Tom Corsaut. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hodgins vis­ ited with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Mason, Sr. Mr. Athur Hutchinson has been ill with a heavy cold. Earl Steeper spent Saturday with Lyle Steeper. Mr. Charlie Hodgins, of Grand Bend, called on Mr. and Mrs. Gar­ field Steeper and Lyle Wednesday afternoon. WINCHELSEA Master Donald and Miss Marion Pym, of Thedford, are spending a couple of weeks with their aunt, Miss Audrey Prance. ■Owing to the blizzardy weather the rink was at a standstill during the past week. Miss Marion pooley, of Exeter, spent the week-end at her home here. Mr, and Mrs. George Davis and family spent .Sunday evening with Mrs. W. J. Veal. Mr. John DOlbridge spent Satur­ day in London. was their annual social evening when the husbands are invited. 19 members were present and about 3'5 in all. Appetizing viands of all kinds (except bread) were spread on the tables and all did justice to the meal. After the tables were cleared and dishes washed a short meeting was held. Owing to the ab­ sence of the President Mrs. Ralph Batten the vice-president, Mrs. Ford had charge and opened with singing “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name” and all repeated the Lord’s Prayer in unison. Mrs. Will Elford read Psalm five for the Scripture lesson. Minutes of last meeting were read and adopted and roll call­ ed. “.Sound the Battle Cry” was sung and business session followed. The meeting closed with singing “We Have Heard the Joyful Sound” and prayer by Rev. Mr. Mair. A debate entitled “Resolved that'Mag­ gie’s Treatment of Jiggs is Justi­ fied” was given by Mrs. Pooley and Mrs. Well. Skinner for the affirma­ tive side and Rev. Mr. Mair and Mr. Alvin Pym for the negative side. Some very interesting points were brought out and proved very amusing. Mrs. Pooley substituted for Mrs. Ralph Batten and took the part exceptionally well for such short notice as she had, Mrs. Batten having met with an accident the day of the meeting. The iudges were Misses McCulloch and McGugan and Mr. Newton Clarke and gave their decision in favor of the affirmative side. While the judges were mak­ ing their decision a sing-song was enjoyed led by Mrs. Wib, Batten end Mr. W. EUord. Mrs. Pooley also gave a reading “Wanted a Minister's Wife.” The gathering dis­ persed at an early hour after a very enjoyable time together. CROMARTY Mr. and Mrs. B. O. MacDonald entertained a number of friends of the village and the immediate vicin­ ity to progressive euchre. Lunch was served by the hostess and her friends. All reported a good time. Miss Pearl Houghton has return­ ed home after spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. J. Kemp' and family of Munro. The forced vacation for the pu­ pils of Cromarty school caused by the destruction by fire of the fine white-brick school house, came to an end on Monday when classes were opened in the basement of the Cromarty church. It is also under­ stood that the trustees have decided to rebuild on the old site, a mile and a quarter south from the vil­ lage of Cromarty and tenders will be called in the near future. ZION Mr. William Hern spent the week­ end with cousins in Niagara Falls. Mr. Ward Hern is all smiles! It’S a boy! We are glad to report that Mar­ ion Brock has improved. Miss Laurene Hern left for Lon­ don on Tuesday where she will be­ come nurse-in-training at Victoria Hospital. There was no church service held in the Zion church on Sunday owing to the closed roads. Mr. Ro^s Hern visited his cousin Mr. Ivan Hilbert, of Lucan Satur­ day who is a member of the R. C. R. regiment and who is leaving Lon­ don foi other parts. Mr. Harold Hern lost a valuable cow on Saturday night. w WALLACE R. CAMPBELL, ” president, Ford Motor Com­ pany of Canada, Limited, ex­ amines one of the new Ford tractors which are now being introduced in the Dominion with a nation-wide showing by dealers. Seated on the machine is R. M. Sale, company sales manager, trying out the simple controls of the compact and versatile tractor which is equipped with a two-bottom plough. Ford dealers will also distribute the hydraulically controlled wheel­ less implements designed for use with the tractor. Implements are coupled to the tractor by a unique linkage which is instrumental in the development of powerful traction without great weight. H We Have This Tractor at Our Show Rooms Now ff [ COME IN AND SEE IT ■ J You Can Get Immediate Delivery H | A. O. ELLIOT | NOTICE I wish to ’announce to the public that I have purchased the Funeral Stock and Equipment of the late Peter Mclsaac, including the Equip­ ment of the late Daniel Mclsaac, of Crediton, and am now fully equip­ ped to serve the public in time of need. Day and Night Ambulance Service T. HARRY HOFFMAN Licensed Embalmer, aand Funeral Director Phone 70 Dashwood, Ont. DASHWOOD Mrs. Alvin Kellerman underwent an operation in St. Joseph’s Hos­ pital, London, last Friday. XVe are pleased to report that Mrs. Keller­ man is progressing favorably and her many friends hope for a speedy recovery. Mrs. Wm. Ziler visited with her sister, Mrs. Jack Ryan, of Mt. Car­ mel. Miss Marie Ford had her tonsils removed in Dr. Taylor’s Hospital last week. Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Luft and fam­ ily and Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Merner spent a few days with Mrs. Luft’s parents in Kitchener this week. Quite a number of ladies of this vicinity attended a Red Cross meet- ng held in James St. church, Exeter on Monday afternoon. Mrs. E. Edighoffer, of Zurich, is spending a few days with her sister Mrs. Mclsaac. Mrs. P. Fassold is visiting with her daughter and sister in Inger­ soll. Mrs. R. Baker is spending a few weeks with her daughter in XVind- sor. (Skating is the order of the day just now and the new rink is in excellent condition with very good ice. Several hockey matches will be played shortly. Died in London Mrs. Hannah Lane widow of J. Henry Lane, formerly of Dorches­ ter, died Monday afternoon in St. Joseph’s Hospital, London. She was in her 84th year. She had been ill for the past two weeks. Mrs. Lane was born in North Dorchester Twp. and had lived all her life there ex­ cept for five years latterly spent at the home of her daughter Mrs. A. E. ( Oestricheh, Dashwood. Surviving are ' a sister, Mrs. Barbara Dibb, Elkton, { Mich., and two stepdaughters, Mrs. Oestricher in Dashwood and Mrs. Gordon McPherson, Bryanston. The funeral was held from the W. A. Hunt funeral home London on Tues­ day. Interment in Dorchester Union Cemetery. MOUNT CARMEL The new Ford Tractor is now on display at our show rooms.—Sandy Elliot. ‘ Miss Mary McCann R.N., return­ ed to St. Marys Hospital, Kitchener, where she has been employed for some time. Messrs. Ed. Hogan and Jack Ma­ honey spent Tuesday in London. Mrs. Erma Dietrich and Miss C. Kraft, of Dashwood, spent Saturday quilting at Mrs. Jack Ryan’s. Mr, Michael Carey, of Detroit, is visiting with his brother Mr. Jack Carey. We are sorry to report that Miss Hannah Reardon is very seriously ill.. Her many friends hope for her speedy recovery. Mr. Jack Morrissey purchased a New Ford car last week. Mr. A. McCann spent a few days last week in Goderich attending the County Council meeting. 'Miss Catherine Keogh was taken to the hospital last week for treat­ ments. We hope they will be success­ ful and she will soon be home again. Mr. Dennis Masse, of Dashwood, is spending a few weeks with his Ask your neighbors what Bray Chicks did for them. Then phone, or drop in BRAY HATCHERY Exeter, Phone 245 ..........."■J"1 .!■.!..... '^5 sister, Mr. Hubert Carey. Miss Restemayer, R.N., Dash­ wood, is caring for Miss Hannah Reardon. Guest: “Whatls the idea of hav­ ing a picture of only one of your twins?” Host: “Well they both look alike so what’s the difference?” Chopping, Rolling and Mixing ROLLING 5c BAG COURSE GROUND CHOP 7c BAG — 16 BAGS $1.00 MEDIUM GROUND CHOP 7c BAG — 16 BAGS $1.00 EXTRA FINE GROUND CHOP 8c BAG—15 BAGS $1.10 Free pick up and delivery in lots of 15 bags or more for 1 month during seeding to all regular customers. Balance of summer 50c per load pick up and delivery. Because of continued circulation of groundless reports that Wein Bros. Chopping Mill has been sold or is expected to be sold we wish to inform the general public that we have no intention of selling the mill and are open for business every week day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It has been our endeavor in the past to give our customers the best service possible and we appreciate your patronage and in future solicit your business and we will put forth our best efforts to give you the best service possible. Free pick up and delivery for 1 month during the busy rush of Spring seeding and the small charge of 50c per load for balance of summer should be of great value to farmers. This is not merely an enticement for business but an added service that will be put’ into action. WEIN BROS. Exeter, Ontario BRINSLEY Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jelfs are all smiles! It’s a boy! Mrs. Edwin Scott entertained the young people on Saturday last in honor of Miss Olivo Scott bride­ elect. Miss Scott was showered with many useful and pretty articles. On account of the conditions of the roads there was tio service in the United Church on Sunday. Mrs. Campbell, of Winnipeg, Man. is visiting with her niece, Mrs. Jas. Dixon. Mr. Wesley pierce, who has been staying with Raymond Pierce has gone to LoiidOti for a time. Western Canada Special Bargain Excursion FROM ALL STATIONS IN EASTERN CANADA Going Daily Feb. 17th to March 2nd, Inclusive RETURN LIMIT — 45 DAYS TICKETS GOOD IN COACHES at fares approximately 1 % c per mile TOURIST SLEEPING CARS at fares approximately l%c per mile STANDARD SLEEPING CARS at fares approx’ly l%c per mile COST OF ACCOMMODATION IN SLEEPING CARS ADDITIONAL BAGGAGE checked. Stopovers at Port Arthur, Armstrong, Chicago and West SIMILAR EXCURSIONS FROM WESTERN TO EASTERN CANADA DURING SAME PERIOD Tickets, Sleeping Car Reservations and all information from any Agent. ASK FOR HANDBILL T 28 CANADIAN NATIONAL . .. ....,....................