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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1940-05-02, Page 7THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE KEEP ON KEEPING ON If you ever get to feeling discour­ aged. over the things you have fail­ ed to accomplish in life - read bio­ graphy. Of course,, the biography will tell of someone who has accomplished something worth while; but if it is a worth-while biography, it will also record the repeated failures which were scattered all along the rocky road to success.. We think of Abraham Lincoln as a successful politician - yet he was defeated repeatedly before his first ■election. We think of Thomas'Edison only as a marvelously successful inven­ tor - yet hundreds of his experi­ ments failed for everyone that was successful. Do not become discouraged be­ cause you cannot do everything well, or excel in everything you under­ take. Persons of such superior ability are too rare to figure in the statistics. * * * To succeed, your main purpose must be to make some substantial ■contribution to the public good - rather than to make the most pro­ fit for yourself.* * * Let’s see now ... if you were as smart as you pretend to be - you’d be rich, wouldn’t you? * * * If you cannot help to make this a better world, at least you can help keep it from being bitter. There is always two sides: the right side and the one which re­ quires name calling, invective, eva­ sions and vindictive villification. * * * >Sambo borrowed a pair of rub­ ber boots from Mose. Time passed and the boots were not returned, so when Mose met (Sambo the other day, he asked: “Sambo, when is you all gwine gimme back dem boots ■ob mine?” “I ain’t got yoh all’s boots, Mose,’ answered Sambo, “I dun traded ■dem foh a pair of my own.” * * * PRANKISH PROBLEM An aviator travels a certain dis­ tance against the wind, and can tra­ vel the same distance back (with the wind) in one-half the time. The wind is blowing 3 0 miles per hour. How many miles per hour can the aviator travel in still air? * * * The number of jewels in a watch ■does not necessarily measure its ■quality. Because many Americans do believe this, watches of low or inferior quality imported from the other countries with 15 to 23 jewels have found a ready market — much to the later chagrin of the gullible purchaser,* * * Optimists of the Season —* —the suburbanite who expects that last year’s porch screens will still be in good condition. —all families who go to summer hotels recommended by their friends. —the man who buys $100. worth of tackle after reading ‘good fish­ ing’ in a summer hotel brochure. —the family who expects the spring rise in their stocks to pay for then’ summer vacation. —all wives who plan to leave their husbands alone in the city during the summer. * * * Sprig Dime Aged I dod gare wad you say—Sprig id here! Lab Mudday de sud wad shiddig ad daddyliods bloobig bud de nesd day id sdowed ad I godd by feed wed ad doday de birds are siggig aged.* * * As old as horse racing is the study of ways and means of getting the horse to put forth his best effort — his extra best. Some unscrupulous1 promoters resort to ‘dope’. Recently a trainer gave violet ray treatment^ to one of England’s Night Coughs Terribly wearing on. the system is the cough that comes on at night and prevents sleep. Sometimes it is the constant cough, cough that will not be quieted. Sometimes it is a cltoked-up, stuffed- up feeling that makes breathing difficult. Dr. Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup is the remedy you need to give you relief, for the reason that this prep­ aration contains the healing virtues of the Norway pine tree with which is combined wild cherry bark, and the soothing, healing and expectorant properties of other excellent balsams, barks and herbs. Tho T. Milburn Co,, Ltd., Toronto, Ont, best horses and it later won a great race, -—there might be a tip in this for some of our 1940 Presidential aspirants. * * * Boost, and the world boosts with you, Knock, and you’re on the shelf, For the world gets sick of the one who'll kick And wishes he’d kick himself. Boost, for your own achievements, Boost for the things sublime, For the one who is found on the topmost round, Is the Booster - every time. | * * * QUIDNUNC Highway research abstracts re­ port that roads carrying as few as 700 cars a days now earn for the government a yearly income from gasoline taxes of $150 a mile. Goldfish, pike and salmon are the only fish that do not sleep. More than half the flowers of the world are some shade of red. The ostrich is the tallest bird in the world, 'being eight feet. Camel's hair brushes are made from the hair of squirrels. About one-tenth of the total area of Sweden is under water. Canada is larger than the United States and Alaska combined.* * ♦ What Education Should Be The great end of education is to discipline rather than to furnish the mind; to train it to the use of its own powers rather than to fill it with the accumulation of others. * * * Answer to Prankish Problem: 90 miles per hour is the rate of speed in still air.* * * Count that day lost Whose low descending sun Finds no Roosevelt vacations Just ended or just begun. * * * Tempora Mutantur One of the big problems of a col­ umn photographer is to strive to write up to rather than down to the mental level of the average reader.* * * One of the ladies who was pre­ sented at the British Court last summer had been traveling in the Orient before the presentation, and arrived in London with a Chinese amah, or nurse-maid. From the time she had left the Orient, the amah had suffered fits of homesickness, and her employer thought up little things to try to keep her interested and happy. The evening of the Court presen­ tations,1 still in full panoply, train, three feathers, and all, she returned to her hotel and related to the amah, with complete gestures, how she’d advanced to the throne, curt­ sied and withdrawn. 'She went thru the whole ceremony. The amah watched with fascina­ tion' and broke into the first broad smile that had appeared on her face in London? and inquired: ‘King laugh?’* * * The gentry of the Old South are always accorded the characteristic of high spirit and courtesy and gen­ erosity to the point of imposition. One fine example of this is brought to light in the story of a Kentucky planter, who, discovering a poor neighbor in the act of stealing a ham from his smoke-house, said in a hearty cordial manner: “Joe, I’m glad you came for that ham, I was going to send it over1 to your house today.” * * * It is easy to dodge our responsi­ bilities; but we cannot dodge the Consequences of dodging our respon­ sibilities. Children who often attribute their failures to ‘hard luck' tend to have poor personalites than do those Who blame themselves. The former regard themselves as victims; the latter believe they can do something to improve their success. We find that children who often <iay: “I can’t help it,” tend, to have poorer personalities than those who will not admit permanent defeat. The latter refuse to accept their fate or clumsiness and keep on trying. * * * Let’s hope justice will take ac­ count of man’s frivolity and weigh in a different scale his words per­ taining to certain fishing exploits, the number of miles he gets on a gallon, his score on the water hole, and what he told the boss about running the business, * * * Following the thought of a recent ending rhyme, A. G. D. writes: Some may sigh, Some may cry While you write a column - I wonder why? EDITORIAL JUJ A A wA A AvIl I P ■>*>■ ..........................................l||>i Let us never forget the appalling burden carried by British statesmen., *****.♦«* Whether we admit it or not, the sun is on his job. Had he forgotten the needs of this region and made things too hot for us, we’d have had destructive floods. ♦ ♦♦ ***♦♦ “We do not know of another town where so many people seem willing to speak to you as Exetej;.” A‘You are going to live over in Exeter” a big newspaper man said t^> us. “Good for you! That town has a great many substantial people’ in it. The foundation is good old English stock.” So there you are, Let us go one better. It’s up to you and me, in this regard. There’s no cure for the blues like a cheery good morning and a real job. « ******** HAVE IT LOOKED OVER Experience is a good teacher. 'One day this" week one of our farmers found himself treated to an electric shock as he made use of the kitchen sink. He at once disconnected his premises with the leading wires and sent for a real electrician. It was found that one part of his electric wiring had got out of fix and was connecting itself dangerously with the farm buildings^ A serious fire was escaped by a hair’s breadth. Events prove that more premises are near trouble than we are ready to admit. Electric wiring should be looked ovei’ from time to time. Insurance companies have every reason to be alert in this matter. Then why not tone up inspectors who are concerned with electric wiring? ******** A DIFFERENCE ■Good roads cost high, we are well aware. We are also aware that they offer genuine advantage to folk who are privileged to travel. As winter used to take leave of us there were weeks when getting about was difficult to impossible. There were sink holes on even the main travelled roads that made negotiation thereof almost im­ possible. Mud, mud and then more mud confronted road users for weeks on end. Many a good horse suffered terribly or was ruined for life because the roads strained him beyond all reason. That sort of thing is done away with now. As soon as the snow disappears the farmers are out on their right of way. Travel becomes a pleasure. Goods are delivered with despatch. IFolk with business can carry it out with ease. Roads may seem to come high but a little calculation demonstrates that they more than pay their way. ******** 1 IT HISSES BUT IT DOESN’T FALL The press of the United States represents the public opinion of that mighty democracy. And clearly does that press utter the opin­ ion of millious of United States people. Every considerable paper undei- the stars and stripes exhausts the vocabulary of scorn as it deals with the abominaole conduct of Germany in its ruthless treat­ ment of nations with but one desire—the desire to pursue their day's work of peaceful life. Yet that hissing lash of public opinion does not fall upon German soldiers or statesmen or business' men. The menace is there in stinging word and biting phrase, but the public opinion of the United States does not provide a single dollar, a single soldier, a single gun to defend the liberties and the highest spiritual ideals of the race. We welcome the words of the United States citizens. 'But Hitler is not killed or restrained by words. ******** YOU DON’T KNOW YOU’RE ALIVE This remark was made to a group of young people last winter by a young Czech who six months ago could not speak a word of Eng­ lish, to a group of young people who were entertaining him and a dozen, odd, of his fellow countrymen. He was a young lawyer in good practice in his native land, who was driven out by the German invaders. He at once set out to learn English and now speaks the language of Shakespeare and Milton with a fluency that shames many a young Canadian. He told of conditions in his native land, of his losses and heartbreak, of the relative opportunities in the land of his birth, and of what lies under the nose of young Canadians. Comparing the two countries and speaking of what he had seen in Ontario and of what Canadian youth are doing he concluded with an earnestness that was almost terrible. “You Canadians do not know that you are alive!” What a criticism! Will we need a term in a German concentration camp tot awaken us? What strange enchantment has overtaken us? A study of the world’s work and of the market pages of our papers is illuminating in this regard. ******** IS there a need of change? ■Our youthful ambition was stirred by a little book “Tact, Push and Principle.” This is a volume that should be studied by all young people and by oldsters who are not too hard in the horn to learn ne.w and better ways. What we have in mind just now, however, is the disastrous practice so much in vogue for many a day of putting tact in the place of push and principle. Here is a case in point. A wood­ worker had brought a piece of material to be manufactured into a farm article.- The workman said to the farmer, “This timber is worthless for your purpose.” “That’s my business. You make it up,” was the reply. After a few days the work was completed, the farmer came for the article and found the article worthless. “You’re a man to be trusted,” was his comment. “Here’s your money and a little more.” Blunt? Of course the workman was blunt, but he showed himself dependable. A bubbly jock may resent being fed from a red dish, but he’ll soon get over that provided the feed is good. Welling­ ton did not shine in parlour graces when he was on the battlefield, but he brought .Britain victories. Tact is a way of doing things and of getting on generally that cannot be too highly commended, but it is a nuisance and a menace when practiced for its own sake. The modern folk need to learn something about push and principle. '*•* * * * * * * COMING INTO ITS OWN We are glad to notice that peppermint candy is coming into its own. This useful article is known by different appellations. ‘Some well-informed people speak of the condiment, as Presbyterian drops. We can’t but think that this is the proper title. In the early Scotch settlement days there were periods when the Kirk held what were known as the Scotch meetings, lasting from Thursday till Monday. There was a fine ritual preceding attendance upon the kirk. The male portion of the congregation paid up all debts and then proceeded to the local refreshment room where they got into the condition in which no subject but theology was allowed to intrude. As the time for the kirk services drew on the refreshment room was solemnly left and the store visited, where the Presbyterian drops were bought and the munching process started as the procession to the kirk was formed. But time would fail to tell of the service of the “peppermint" in building up our modern civilization, it rewarded childish virtue. It sustained our infantile efforts to follow the minister’s learned dis­ cussions regarding free will and sovereignty. It had a way of com­ forting folk who returning on dreary days from market, were nour­ ished by the little paper bag of this delightful confection, We regret its being discarded by the delicate nostril because of its obtrusive fragrance and the objection that it was used as a “coverer.” But now the learned have come to the rescue of this nation builder. The doctors tell us that the neglected “peppermint” is really good for one. We knew it all the time, but who can withstand the decrees of fashion or of custom? But here it is, the doctors are ordering “peppermints” and we are tree. Hitler will soon be a monster of the past. Pepper­ mints are out on their right of way. 500 Women Attend Meeting of Huron Presbyterial The fourteenth annual meeting of the Huron presbyterial was held on Tuesday, April 23rd in Northside United -Church, Seaforth, which was beautifully decorated with 'Spring flowers and pussy-willows. The meeting was inspirational and large­ ly attended. About 500 ladies were present. The new president, Mrs.- R, E. McKenzie, presided. A Presbyterial executive was held at 9.001 a.m. the session opening at 9.30. At the close of the worship period led by Mrs. H. V. Workman, Seaforth, and Mrs. Powe,..'Centralia, gracious words of welcome were con­ veyed by Miss Winnie Savage, of Seaforth, to which Miss J. Murray, of Hensail, made a fitting reply. Following the minutes and business' session interesting reports of the Auxiliaries, Mission Circles, affili- iated C.G.I.T. groups, Mission Bands (with presentation of certificates of recognition and affixing of seals) and the Baby Band, by the secretar­ ies, Mrs. W. J. Thompson, Miss C, McGowan, Miss Caroline Wellwood, Mrs. W. Pickard and Mrs. J. M. Soiithcott, all showing that the past year had been a most successful one. Each church was advised to send a delegate to the Leaders’ School at Alma College St. Thomas, and also if a missionary is addressing a meeting in the district to try and arrange to have him speak to the boys and girls. Senior members were asked to take more interest in the C.G.I.T. groups, Mission Bands and .Baby Bands for they are the foundation of the mission work in the future. A splendid display of Band work, layettes, quilts and other articles for the bale to Hearst hospital, Hunter hospital. Fenelon ■'and the West was shown in the vestibule of the church. Some belts made of beads by the Indian girls who are good workers, were also shown. Emphasis was laid by the secre­ taries of these departments on the importance of temperance education among the young, Christian steward­ ship and work among the strangers, sick and shut-ins. The Huron Presbyterials now comprises, 60’ Auxiliaries, 6 Evening Auxiliaries, 13 Missioti Crcles, 3 0 Baby Bands, 4 C.G.I.T. groups, 398 Associate Helpers, an increase of 19, 496 subscriptions to World Friends, 93 more than last year. The newspaper reports of the Press, secretary it was noted tend to make the community missionary conscious 2314 calls were made by the Com­ munity (Friendship Department. To­ tal membership, 1566. Life members 601. Receipts, all sources, $133,- 701.13, 91 clothing bales including 2 69 quilts weighing 3440 pounds, value at $3,000 were sent to the West by the supply Department. Prayers were offered by Mrs. W. Procter, Brussels; Mrs. M. Wilse, Goderich and members of the Mon­ crief Auxiliary. Mrs. F. J. Bechley and Mrs. E. A. Menzies, of ILondes- boro contributed well rendered solos. A delicious dinner was served at noon in the basement of the church to the delegates and members of Presbytery by the ladies of the con­ gregation, The afternoon session opened at 1:30 p.m. with a wor­ ship period led by Mrs. Ney, Gorrie, and Mrs. J. McGill, Westfield. Miss Babel Carroil, secretary of the younger groups of the Dominion Board, a highly, gif tel speaker, gave the principal address on “Mission­ ary Education” and “World Peace.” Mrs. A. W. Gardiner conducted the “In Memorian” service. Mrs. Greer, conference Branch secreary, also gave a valuable talk on Chris­ tian 'Stewardship. Greetings from the Presbytery were conveyed by Rev. A. W. Gardiner, of Egmond- ville. The following officers were installed by Rev. H. V. Workman: Past President, Mrs. A. W. Gardin­ er, Seaforth; president, Mrs. R. E. McKenzie, Seaforth; first vice-pres., Mrs. H. V. Workman, -Seaforth; 2nd vice-president, Mrs. Herman Powe, Centraia, R.R. 2; 3rd vice-president Mrs, Robert Ney, Gorrie, R.R. 3; 4th vice-president, Mrs. James McGill, Blyth, R.R. 3; fifth vice-president Mrs. W. J1. Greer, Wingham; re- I cording secretary, Mrs. W< P. Lane, Goderich; corresponding secretary, Mrs. W. J. Thompson, Centralia; treasurer, Miss Mary Milne, Blyth; Christian Stewardship and Finance secretary, Miss L. Young, Londes­ boro; mission circle secretary, Miss Clare McGowan, Blyth; affiliated C.G.I.T. groups’ secretary, Miss Caroline Wellwood, Wingham; mis­ sion band secretary, Mrs. W. Pick­ ard, Clinton; baby band secretary, Mrs. J. M, Southcott, Exeter; sup­ ply secretary, Mrs. A. Colclough of Blyth; community friendship secre­ tary, Mrs, R. M. Peck, Zurich R.R. 1; Missionary Monthly and World Friends secretary, Mrs. W. Well-’ wood, Wingham1, temperance and Christian citizenship secretary, Miss Maude Sterling, Bayfield; literature secretary, Miss Winnie iSavauge, of •Seaforth; press secretary Mrs. L. Wightman, Wingham R.R.3, asso­ ciate helpers’ secretary, Mrs. E. Me* Queen, Hensail Nominating committee, north sec­ tion, Mrs. Lloyd, Wingham; west, Mrs McVittie, Westfield; centre, Mrs. Robert Alien, Brucefield; south Mrs. McFalls, Centralia; evening auxiliary, Mrs. Carey, Exeter. FL ,nance committee; centre, Miss L. Young, Londesboro; west, Miss Milne, Blyth; evening auxiliary, Go­ derich, Mrs, Stoneman; north, Mrs. Charles Shields, Wipgham; .dele­ gates to Branch Conference: West, Mrs, Townsend, Belgrave; centre, Mrs. W. P. Crozier, Crewe; south, Mrs, J. P. Manning, Londesboro; Mrs. C, Christie, Exeter and Mrs. N. Hockey, Exeter, Resolutions Passed A resolution was passed expressing thanks to the conference church and to those on the program; also to those ladies who arranged the floral decorations, I Resolutions adopted- were; “Be it resolved (a) that as members of the Huron Presbyterial by prayer, by example, and by education, we do all in our power to restore the evil of intemperance and promote total abstinence; (b) that we at this time of stress do not forget to put first things first and to increase our efforts towards furthering the missionary spirit in all lands, (c) That we may at all times maintain a brotherly attitude toward all na­ tions and races, removing from our hearts and minds all prejudices and showing a Christian attitude toward our enemies. The next presbyterial meeting will be held in Bayfield, There were delegates from all sections of the county. 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