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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1940-05-09, Page 11TIMES-ADVOCATE SUPPLEMENT THURSDAY, MAY Oth, HENSALL See the new Frigidaire Refriger­ ators on display at Snell Bros. & Co. Mr. and Mrs, Carl Passmore spent a few days in Toronto this week, Miss Pearl Ifarpole, of London, spent the week-end at her home here. Mr. Wm. Glenn returned homo after spending several weeks in the west. Baptismal service will be held in the Presbyterian church on Mothers' Day, May 12 th. Dr. I. G. Smillie is having im­ provements made to his residence on Main street. Miss Agnes Fairburn returned to her home after a pleasant visit with friends in St Thomas, Mr. and Mrs, Fred Bonthron have had improvements made on their neat residence. Mr. Harold Bonthron left this week for Toronto, where he will spend several weeks; Mr. and Mrs. jW-m, Harding, of London, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Corbett. Mr. Albert Whitesides, Provin­ cial Police, of Kitchener, called on friends in town last week. Miss Helen Flynn, of Exeter, was the guest of the Misses Enid and Edith Parkins over the week-end. Miss Evelyn Corbett is spending a few days with her brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Mac- Lar en. Miss Helen Glenn, of London, spent the week-end at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Glenn. Mrs. H. Abray and children, of London, spent the week-end with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Colin Hudson. Mr. and Mrs. James Parkins spent the week-end in London with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs, Cline iFlynn. Mr. and Mrs. Ferris Cantelon and children of 'Schomberg spent the week-end with the former’s mother, Mrs. Kate Cantelon. Mr. and Mrs. John Corbett at­ tended the funeral of the latter’s grandfather Mr. Morenz in Dash­ wood on Monday. Mrs. Lawrence Baynham and children, of Exeter, visited this week with Mrs. Baynham’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Moir. Miss Maude Bolton and girl friend of London, spent the week-end at ■ the home of the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Bolton. Mrs. Don Rigby and daughter Donna, of Blenheim, spent the week-end with Mrs. Rigby’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Stewart McQueen. Mr. and Mrs. Van Laughton, of Toronto, and Mr. and Mrs. Ted Ta­ man, of Listowel, spent the week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Mc­ Donell. The Young People of Carmel- Church were the guests of the Young People of First Presbyter­ ian Church in Seaforth on Tuesday evening. Rev. Wm. Weir conducted the services in the Presbyterian church on Sunday and the choir sang two anthems with Miss Irene Hoggarth •as soloist. The congoleum rugs which were given away at Mr. S. G. Rennie’s and Mr. W. 0. Goodwin’s were won by Mrs. Frank Farquhar and Mrs. Harry Horton. The anniversary services of the United church will be held on Sun­ day, May 26th. The former pastor Rev. A. Sinclair, of Blyth, will be the guest speaker. Rev. R. A. Brook conducted ser­ vices in the United Church Sunday and the choir sang two lovely an­ thems. Next Sunday Baptismal services will be held at the morn­ ing service. Carmel Presbyterian church an­ niversary services will be held on Sunday, May 19th, when Rev. Mr. W. A. Young, former pastor, of Fergus will be the guest speaker. Special music by the choir. Young People’s Union The Young People’s Union held their closing meeting of the season on Monday evening which opened by singing a hymn after which Misf? Ruth Brook led in prayer. The Scripture was read by Miss Elva McQueen. The minutes were read and adopted, roll called and busi­ ness discussed. The young people will attend the Young People’s con­ vention to be held in Grand Bend next Monday evening. Mr. Cross fa­ voured with a vocal solo. After the closing hymn a Bible contest was held and the benediction pronounc­ ed. Senior Women’s Institute The Senior Women’s Institute of Hensail were the guests of the Zurich Institute on Monday even* ing and presented a very fine pro* gram. Mrs. Meyers, of Zurich In­ stitute welcomed the guests and opened the meeting by singing the Institute Ode followed by repeating the Lord’s Prayer in unison. The minutes were read and adopted, the roll called and the business discuss­ ed. Miss Beryl Pfaff presided over nd WrlAI A ' DEIIEE1 J 11 f ‘ 1 • J LlNiMEhtT IO* ■the following program. Miss Flor­ ence Welsh and Mrs, Laird Mickle played a piano duet. A skit entitled "A Business Meeting” was present­ ed by Misses Mabel Workman, Beryl Pfaff, Sally Manson, Margaret Kil­ patrick, Mrs. H. 0. Dayman, Mrs. Eric Kennedy, Mrs. E. Doerr, Mrs Peter McNaughton, Mrs. Jas. Pat­ terson and Miss Gladys Passmore directed by Mrs. W. 0. Goodwin. A trio comprising Miss Florence Welsh Miss Greta Lammie and Mrs. Geo. Hess sang “Neopolitan Nights” and "Magnolia Bloom” accompanied by Miss Gladys Luker on the piano. Miss C. McGowan, of Blyth, gave an address on China and showed inter­ esting souvenirs of China. A sing­ song was led by Miss Greta Lam­ mie accompanied at the piano by Miss Florence Welsh. Dr. Annie Ross of Blyth, was the guest speak­ er and was introduced by Mrs. Robt. Moore. Dr. Ross gave a very delightful address on her trip to Europe and spoke especially of Fin­ land. A vote of thanks was moved to the Hensail Institute by Mrs. Meyers to which Miss Beryl Pfaff replied. The meeting closed by singing "God Save the King.” Dain­ ty refreshments were served. United Church W. M. S. The W. M. S. of the United church held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday afternoon in the school­ room of the church. Mrs. Charles McDonell presided over the meeting which opened with a hymn. A num­ ber of Bible passages were read by Mrs. C. Cook, Mrs. Hedden, Mrs. Spencer, Mrs. Harpole, Mrs. Bal- lantyne, Mrs. N. E. Cook, Miss I. Douglas, Mrs. Chas. McDonell and Mrs. Victor Fee, followed by prayer. The minutes were read and adopted and the allocation read which is $510.00. Mrs. Lammie led in pray­ er. Mrs. Hedden favored with a vocal solo accompanied on the piano by Miss Irene Douglas. Mrs. Brook gave the topic on "Higher Christian Education” which was very interest­ ing, A hymn was sung. The Hen- sall society are to be the guests of the Chiselhurst society on May the 14th and to supply the program. Miss Jennie Murray gave an inter­ esting account of the Huron Pres- byterial which was held at Seaforth. The meeting closed by singing a hymn and prayer. Council Meeting The regular meeting of the Vil­ lage Council was held Monday ev­ ening at 18 p.m. in the Council Chamber with all members being present. Minutes of the previous meeting were read. Horton and Moir that the minutes be adopted as read. Carried. Lee Hedden reported re the culvert installed on Richmond St. North east of the London road. The clerk reported re taxes sent to Goderich also communications with Imperial Oil representation and Mrs. Cornell re spraying oil and gravel. The reeve reported interview with Dominion Tax and Chemical Co. re­ presentation also reported re C. Mitchell. Geo. Fee appeared re drain near his residence. Same ex­ plained. R. Moore and H. Howard appeared as representatives from the United Church re insurance on the community shed. To be consid­ ered later. Robinson and Moir: That we collect the garbage on May 15th and 16tli and all garbage to b4e put in containers. Carried. Ro­ binson and Cameron: That we hold Court of Revision on the Assess­ ment Roll on May 27th at 8 p.m. Carried. Correspondence read: Mo­ tion Picture Censorship and Theatre Inspection Branch, Dept, of Public Welfare; Mrs. C. Cornell; William Mitchell; Bank of Montreal; Hen- sall Red Cross Society; Dept, of Health. Same filed. Cameron and Horton: That we refund the hall rent of $24 to the Red Cross. Car­ ried. Bills and accounts read. T. Welsh, relief, wood, $1.50; Oliver Rowcliffe, relief, milk $1.00; W. R< Davidson, coal, relief and rink, $6.10;; H. 0. Dayman, relief, gro­ ceries $19.00; Treasure of Ontario, licenses $6.00; Hydro Commission, hall $7.39; Bank of Montreal, in­ terest $22.40; Red Cross Society, rebate hall rent, $24.00; A. Bushie, repair streets 5 0c.; G. M. Case teaming and coal, hall $30.50; Bon- thron & Drysdale, supplies $37.57: J. A. Patterson, express 30c.; O. Twitchell, supplies and service $5.- 45; Lee Hedden, salary $55.00; total $216.71. Moir and Robinson: That the bills and accounts as read be paid. Carried. Lee Hedden, Gen- erl Utility man, handed in his re­ signation, same to take effect May 31, 19 40. Horton and Robinson: That we accept the resignation of (Lee Hedden, same to take effect May 31, 1940. Moir and Horton: That we adverise for applications for the position of a General Util­ ity man, full time man, ap­ plications to be in on or before May 18th at 8 P.m. duties to commence June 1st or part time man includ­ ing caretaking of Town Hall and all other town work at so much per hour; also police duties; fire de­ partment mechanic included or ■ by separate parties. Carried. Robinson; and Horton. That we adjourn. Car. James A. Patterson, Clerk are the best Counter Check Books made in Canada. They cost no more than ordinary books and always give Satisfaction. We are agents and will be pleased to quote you on any style or quantity required. See Your Home Printer First THE TIMES-ADVOCATE WOODHAM The annual Sunday School Anni- . versary services will be held Sun- ‘ day, May 16th at 11 a.m. and 7 p.nn. : The Rev. Levi Hussey, Mitchell, ! will be the guest speaker for the ; morning services and Rev. M. A. : Hunt of Trivitt Memorial Church, i Exeter for the evening. Special mu­ sic by the Sunday School scholars ' and a soloist at both services and on the evening of the 24th the an­ nual supper and entertainment will be held in the Orange Hall here. The scholars of the Sunday School will have special practice Friday evening of this week in the auditor­ ium of the church. Mrs. Frank Parkinson, Glen and Marjory were Sunday visitors at the home of the former's daughter, Mrs. Gordon Docking. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Smith have purchased the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Mills and Mr. and Mrs. Mills will move into the home of the late Mrs. Charles Camm. ■On Monday evening of this week Mr. Wigmore will give an address in the church basement in the in­ terests of the United church Bible 'Society. KIPPEN Miss Isabelle Alexander, of Maple and Miss Doris Alexander, of Lon­ don, spent the week-end with their parents Mr. and Mrs. William Alex­ ander, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Taylor, of London, visited recently with Mrs. ,H_. Ricker and Arthur. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Parsons and Gerald spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carter, of Clande- boye. Miss Edna Cochrane has returned home after spending some time with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Finlay, of Blake. Miss Helen Chandler, of Blenheim, spent the week-end with her parents Rev. and Mrs. Chandler. Mrs. Eldon Jarrott and baby daughter returned home from Clin­ ton, hospital one day last week. Miss Helen Love is visiting her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Fairbairn, of Hensail. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Bower, of Zion, spent the week-end with the latter’s brother, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Jaques. Mr. William Ivison spent a day in Windsor last week. Mr. and Mrs. R. Torrance, of Porter’s Hill, visited recently with the latter's father, Mr. H. Ivison. Mrs. James McClymont is visit­ ing her daughter Mrs. Alex Cook, of London. Messrs. Elzar Mousseau, John Cochrane and William Horney spent Monday at Benmiller. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Pybus and family, of Zurich, visited on Sun­ day with Mrs. H. Ricker and Arthur. W. M. S. The regular monthly meeting of the W. M. S. was held at the home of Mrs. E. McBride on Wednesday, May 1st, with a good attendance. The meeting was in charge of Mrs. E. Chipchase and opened with the call to worship and hymn 377. The Scripture reading was read by Mrs. Horney, Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Fin­ layson followed by hymn 379. The offering and roll call were then taken. The topic was taken by Mrs. J. Sinclair. Mrs. Chandler gave a •report of the Presbyterial held in Seaforth Northside United church on Tuesday, April 23rd. The meet­ ing closed with hymn 3 818 and the benediction in unison. A contest in charge of Mrs. Chipchase was enjoyed by all the ladies after which lunch was served. KHIVA The sympathy of this community is extended to the bereaved family of the late Mr. Jacob Hanover who passed away last Monday in St. Joseph’s Hospital, London. Miss Lorna Kraft returned home Sunday after spending some time in London.Mr. and Mrs. Pius Dietrich visit­ ed on Sunday with the latter’s par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Ayotte. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Surures and daughter Margaret and Miss Meta Surures, of Toronto, were visitors on Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. O. Willert. Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Kraft spent Sunday with relatives in London. The curse of most neighborhoods is the woman who has nothing to do but to hunt up something. for some other woman to do. ELIMVILLE Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Defoe and two children of Tillsonburg were visitors the first of the week with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Johns. Mrs. John Ford, of Exeter North, was a Sunday visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hy. Ford. Messrs. J. and H. Gackstetter, of near Dashwood, called on friends in this vicinity on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Fletcher, of Kirkton, visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. Nelson Coultis. Miss Iva Fisher was the guest of Miss Margaret Miners last Sunday. The Y. P. U. met on Monday ev­ ening with a large attendance. Miss L. McCulloch was the guest speaker and gave a very interesting address. GREENWAY Mr. and Mrs. R. English and Mr. Seibourne English visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Sheppard, of London. Miss Lillian Ulens, of Windsor, spent the week-end with her mother Mrs. W. T. Ulens. Rev. Mr. Turner, of Crediton, preached a very inspiring sermon in the United Church last Sunday under the auspices of the W.M.S. Mr. J. B. Nichols, of ‘Hamilton, visited with friends here last week. Mrs. A. McIntosh is visiting with friends in Port Huron. Mr. and Mrs. Russel Brown visit­ ed on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Baker of the Lake Road. Misses Evelyn and Mary Bullock, of Woodham, spent the week-end with their parents, Mr and Mrs. E. Bullock. Miss Ula Ulens, was in Exeter. Zurich and Hensail playing for re­ citals last week. We are sorry to report that Mrs. A. Gollen is ill at time of writing. We hope for a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Sheppard, of Lieury, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Woodburn. Mr. and Mrs. Claude Fallis, of Mount Forest and Miss Muriel Fal­ lis, of Sarnia, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Brophey, KIRKTON See the new Frigidaire Refriger­ ators on display at Snell Bros. & Co. Mr. Alvin Harding returned home Saturday having completed his first year in Western University London Alvin will write his examinations in the near future. We wish him every success. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Fletcher were Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Coultis at Elimville. Dr. and Mrs. Glen Sawyer, of St. Thomas, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. John Sawyer. Mr. S. Adamson, R. Switzer and R. Brock attended the Telephone Convention this past week at Inger­ soll. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lankin and daughter Dorothy called on friends in the village,Sunday. Miss Dorothy was guest speaker at Mt. Pleasant Y. P. U. Sunday evening. Misses Marian Tufts and Ellen Hazelwood, of Stratford General Hospital, visited with their parents this past week. The Anglican Y. P. A. took charge. of the evening service at St. Paul’s Anglican church Sunday evening. The Red Cross shipped 4 quilts. 6 sweaters, 60 pairs socks, 20 ser­ geant’s gowns for the Red Cross. CREDITON EAST Mrs. Wm. Cliffe and son Gary arc visiting this week in London. Mr. and Mrs. William Walker and daughter Mugsy, of London, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. William Cliffe. Mr. and Mrs. William Heatherley and Mrs. Frank S’hieding, London, spent Saturday with their mother. Mrs. Catharine Motz. Mrs. Motz re­ turned with them to .London for a week’s visit. Mrs. Wilson Anderson and son Charles spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. W. Schroeder, at Fairfield. Mr. Harold Glanville and son Steve left Wednesday for a visit with the former’s parents at North Bay and Manitoulin Island. Mrs. Elmer Keller has the sym­ pathy of this community in the death of her mother, the late Mrs. I Snell who passed away at her home early Saturday morning. A number from here attended the funeral in Exeter on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Eli Sims and son Billy spent a few days the latter part of the week with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wareing in Exeter. Mrs. Lucy Brown and daughter Kay and Mrs. Duncan Drummond and daughter Ruth, all of Ailsa Craig, visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hoffman. The United States is progressive electrically, yet more than one-third of all the kerosene used in the world is consumed in that country, and the quantity is greater than at any time since the oil industry was formed. Today, kerosene is almost as great a civilizing influence as it was in the Nineteenth Century when, thru the efforts of Kier, Ferris, Drake and others, it became the world’s first i low-cost, efficient illuminant. I Kerosene first made is possible ■ for the family to gather about the lamp-lit table after a day’s work was done. Reading, sewing, music, homey games, or visiting, helped to knit the family unit more closely together. Lamp light afforded an opportunity for self-improvement and study for millions of young people hitherto denied the chance. Church Meetings Ti'iyitt Woman's Auxiliary The Women’s Auxiliary of Trivitt Memorial church met in the Parish I hall on Tuesday evening. The meet­ ing opened with the singing of hymp 410 followed by Litany and prayers led by the vice-president, Mrs. C. Heywood. The roll call was answer­ ed by alternate reading of Psalm 90. The minutes of the last meet­ ing were read and adopted. The treasurer gave her report. Mrs. E. Irwin read the Scripture. Mrs. O. Winer gave a report on the W. A. Annual meeting. Mrs. W. E. Middle­ ton read a portion of the Study Book. The meeting closed with hymn 318 followed by the benediction. James Street Evening Auxiliary The Willing Workers Evening Auxiliary of James St. Church held the May meeting May 6th at the home of Miss Greta Harness. The president Mrs. Carey, presided over the business. Plans are being made to have a Blossom Tea on May 28th. Mis. Johnson took charge of the program. Miss Alice Handford read Scripture reading. Mrs. Sharpe led in prayer. Miss May Snell favored with an accordion selection. A quartette, Mrs. Lindenfield, Mrs. Goulding, Miss Lulu Lindenfield and Miss Pearl Wood sang. Rev. Mr. Page was present and gave a j very interesting address. Lunch was served by the group in charge. Murray Mission Band The regular m-eting of the Mur­ ray Mission Band, of Main Street Church was held on Monday, May 6th with the president, Donna Cor­ nish, leading the meeting. After the usual opening, devotional exercises, the scripture lesson was read. Our theme was "Spring” and a poem en­ titled "Hepaticas” was read by Bar* bara Harness, then "Spring” read by Paul Balkwill. Mrs. Rev. Cope­ land, our guest speaker, complete­ ly held the attention of the girls and boys as she lead them to realize how we are lured into sin in all its different phases, then the only way to get pardon and peace through Jesus. The meeting closed by sing­ ing "Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling” and prayer by Mrs. Johns. Marion Webber took charge of the mite-boxes and the ‘World Friends’ papers were distributed by Pearl Kirk. The next meeting will be held Monday, May 20th when books, toys, scrap books, etc. will be re­ ceived for the bale. James Street Mission Circle On Tuesday evening May 7th the James Street Mission Circle held their monthly meeting at the home of Miss Betty Coates. Mary Van Camp opened the meeting. It was decided to hold an Indian supper and program for the June meeting. Minutes were read and roll taken. Ardys McFall’s group had charge of the program. Scripture lessons were read by La arene Beavers and Edna . Martene uud Mrs. Walker led in prayer. The last chapter of the study book was taken by Dor­ othy Welsh. The theme of the pro­ gram was centred on Mothers’ Day and Irene Sweet read a poem on "Mothers’ Day”. Mary Van Camp then read an article entitled "Mothers of Men.” Helen Finkbein- er gave a very humorous reading which was much enjoyed. The. meet­ ing closed with a hymn and Mizpah benediction. The hostess served lunch and a contest was held. Mrs. Walker moved a vote of thanks to Mrs. Coates, who replied. Thames Road W. M. S. The regular W. M. S. meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Albert Etherington on Thursday. The presi­ dent opened the meeting with hymn 30'9. Our Daily prayer was then offered in unison. Scripture lesson from the Monthly was read by the President. Minutes. Roll call and correspondence was then dealt with. A quilting was arranged to be held in the church basement on Thurs­ day 9th. Mrs. Morgan then took charge of the program. Mrs. Pym favored with a piano solo. The re­ port from the Convention held in Seaforth was then given by Mrs. Selves in her capable manner and proved very interesting indeed. A solo by Mrs. W. Stone. The topic was given by Mrs. Ferguson. Hymn 311 was sung followed by a prayer by Mrs. Dawson closing with the Lord’s Prayer’s and social half hour. Women can keep a secret just as well as men - only it takes more of them to do it. , MAKE THEM This Year Hogarth Chicks HIGH QUALITY, BLOOD TESTED CHICKS AT REASONABLE PRICES Once You Try You Always Buy From Hogarth BARRED ROCKS, WHITE WYANDOTTES, WHITE LEGHORNS, NEW HAMPSHIRES, JERSEY BLACK GIANTS, COCKERELS, PULLETS AND STARTED CHICKS CUSTOM HATCHING HOGARTH CHICK HATCHERY EXETER, ONT. 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Reply: The ‘poop’ is the after’or rear deck of a ship — ‘poop’ means the stern of a ship. Query: When was Dan Beard, founder of the Boy Scouts of Amer­ ica born? Reply; Daniel Carter Beard was born June 21, 1S50. Query: How many plays did Shakespeare write? How many of them were Comedies? And, when did the first play appeal’? •t Reply: 3 6 plays are credited to Shakespeare. 15 of them are class­ ed as comedies, 10 historical and 11 tragedies. The first Shakespeare play appeared in 15 9 0 - the first be­ ing "Love’s Labor Lost”; the final play appeared in 1611, its title was "The Tempest.” Strangely enough, tile first and last were both come­ dies.