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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1940-07-25, Page 5THE EXETER T1MES-ADVOCATE been Mrs. Tor- with HENSALL Mr, Roy MacLaren is enjoying a ■week’s holidays. HeusaU’s annual band tattoo was held on Wednesday evening. Mrs. 0. Walker, of Cromarty, visit­ ed this week with Mrs. Martha Mur­ dock. Sergeant Harold Hedden, of Lon­ don, spent the week-end at his home here. Miss Shirley Iiedden, of Chisel­ hurst is visiting with Miss Mona Hedden. Mr, Leonard Sparks, of the West, is visiting with his father, Mr. Ar­ chie Sparks. Mrs. Eilber, of Zurich, is visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs. J. Mitchell. Pte. Frank Young, of London, spent, the week-end with Mrs. Young and son here, Miss Dorothy Munn has accepted a position in Mr. Sam. Rennie’s General Store. Miss Shirley Twitchell left this week for London‘where she has ac­ cepted a position. The annual Sabbath School picnic was held at Turnbull’s Grove, Bay­ field, on Wednesday. Mr. Lome Elder, of Galt, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Elder. Miss Kay Drysdale has holidaying with Mr. and Scotchmer at Bayfield. „ Mr. and Mrs. Buchanan, of onto, were week-end guests Dr. and Mrs. I. G. Smillie. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Jones, of Cromarty, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mr.s, Roy MacLaren. . Mrs. Westcott, of Hamilton, Is visiting with Mrs. Dinsdale, Mrs. Simmons and Mrs. Murdock. Mr. and -Mrs. Melvin Farquair and Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Mitchell spent- the week-end at Tobermory, Miss Mavis Spencer, of Toronto, spent the week-end with her par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Spencer, Miss Marjorie Adams, of Toronto, was a recent visitor with her uncle and aunt Dr. and Mrs. I. G. Smillie. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gram, Lans ing, Mich., .spent the week-end with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Gram. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Cook, of Tor­ onto, spent the week-end with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Cook. Mrs. Elda Simmons and Jack and Mrs. Dinsdale and Mrs. Murdock called on friends in Goderich on Sunday. Mrs. Wm. Luker and Miss Gladys Luker were visited by relatives from Auburn and Dashwood on Sun­ day. , The Hensail Citizen’s Band motor­ ed to Bayfield on Saturday evening and furnished music for the garden party there. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Taman, Listo- wel, spent the week-end with the latter’s parents, Mr, and Mrs. Chas, McDonell. Miss Margaret Dick returned to iStrathroy on Sunday after spending the past two weeks with her father Mr. Geo. Dick. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Parkins spent the week-end with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Cline Flynn in London. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Blackwell and family, of Lansing, Mich., spent the week-end with the former's mother, Mrs. Wm. Blackwell. .Mrs. Art Prior - and family are moving into the apartment of Mr. T. C. Joynt, over Mr. H. 0. Day­ man’s store this week. Miss Mary Buchanan, of Niagara Falls and Miss Margaret Buchanan, of Port Huron, are visiting with their mother, Mrs. Alex Buchanan. Mr. George Jackson, who has been confined to Westminster Hospital, London for the past several months was able to return to his home last week. Miss Katherine Davison, of Sar­ nia, and Miss Doris Potter, of Park­ hill, are holidaying with their uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. William Tideswell. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Smillie and family, of St. Catharines and Mr. and Mrs. Murray Smillie, and fam­ ily, of Toronto, visited with Miss Jennie Murray. Mrs. McFarlane, of Stratford, who resides with Mrs. Art Prior, underwent an operation last week in Scott Memorial Hospital, Seaforth for appendicitis. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Maekfartin, of Barrie, and Mr. and Mrs. William White, of London, were the guests of Mrs. R. Bonthron and Mrs. Lou Simpson on Sunday. Rev. Wm. Weir conducted ser­ vices in Carmel Presbyterian church on Sunday evening. A splendid duet was sung by Rev. Mr. Weir and Mr. W. A. MacLaren. Misses Ruth Brook, Elva Mc­ Queen, Mary Goodwin and Messrs. Bob Hess and Howard Love return­ ed home after spending the past week at Summer School, Goderich. Mrs. Emma Boyle, Miss Nellie Boyle and Mr. Milton Boyle, Toron­ to, visited last week with Mr. and Mrs. Alf Clarke, Miss Florence Welsh and Messrs. Thos. and Wm. Welsh. Mr. John Craig and Miss Hannah Craig accompanied by Miss Murray left, Tuesday for Tororfto where they will spend a few days on their way to the West where they Will visit for some weeks. Miss Ruth McHdenne, who is tak­ ing a special course in French La­ tin, and physical training for girls at Troy Pistol, Quebec, has been engaged as assistant teacher* at the Continuation School here. Rev. R. A. Brook conducted ser­ vices in the United church on Sun­ day ana Mr. philips of the Lutheran Evangelical church in Detroit played the pipe organ. Mr, philips is a noted organist and is holidaying at Grand Bend. Mrs. Hess and Ruth sang a beautiful duet. A large number from here at­ tended the reception held in Buy­ field pavilion on Monday night in honor of Mr. and Mrs. John An­ derson. During the evening the young couple were presented with tw*o occasional chairs. Dancing was enjoyed to the strains of Murdock’s orchestra. Former Resident passes Away at Mt. Forest A former resident of I-Iensall in the person of Mr. Archibald Filshie passed away at the home of his sis­ ter in Mt. Forest in his 63rd year on Monday last. The deceased un­ derwent a serious operation last fail in Toronto and has been in declin­ ing health ever since. Mr. and Mrs. Filshie and family were residents ol the village for several years, moving here when Mrs. Filshie became Con­ tinuation School Principal. Surviv­ ing is Mrs. Filshe, two sons, Ian, flying instructor at the airdome in Drumlin and Alex studying for the ministry in Toronto and one dau­ ghter, Marion, of Toronto. Funeral service was held on Wednesday t<5 Elora cemetery. W. M. S. Present Program at Mt. Pleasant The W. M. S. of the United church Mt. Pleasant -entertained the mem­ bers of the Baby Band and their mothers on Thursday when the W. M.S. of Hensail United church pre­ sented the program. The church was beautifully decorated with delphin­ iums and glardias. Miss M. Colqu- houn presided assisted by Miss Lau- reen Ross, assistant president..Miss Jennie Murray gave an interesting address on “Stewardship” a vocal duet was sung by Mrs. Lee Hedden and Mrs, Geo. Hees accompanied by Miss Doris Kercher at the piano. Misses Evelyn and Ethel Dow sang two duets and Miss Mildred Gettlei gave an interesting reading. A piano solo was played by Miss Doris Ker­ cher; vocal trio was given by Misses Marion and Lois Sawyer and Joy Simpson. Mrs. Cole read the Scripture lesson and Mrs. Kirk led in prayer. Mrs. Simpson, president of the W. M. S. moved a hearty vote of thanks to all taking part in the splendid program. A dainty lunch was served. Hensail W. M. S. Visit Bayfield W. M. S. On Thursday afternoon July 18th a large number of the members of the W. M. S. of Carmel Presbyter­ ion church motored to Bayfield and were the guests of the Bayfield Aux­ iliary, the visitors putting on the following program presided over by the president. The Red Cross daily prayer was used for the call to. worship. After the opening hymn prayer followed by Mrs. (Rev.) Weir. The 23rd Psalm was repeat­ ed in unison as a Bible lesson. A period of quiet meditation on this comforting Psalm was conducted by the president followed by a hymn. The offering was received and ded­ icated in prayer. Mrs. W. A. Mac­ Laren sang a pleasing solo accom­ panied by Miss Minnie Reid. Mrs. R. Y. MacLaren gave an interesting paper on "The Women of the New Testament.” After singing a hymn the Lord’s prayer was repeated in unison. This brought a very in­ teresting meeting to a close. A social half hour Was enjoyed while the Bayfield ladies served a delightful lunch. MOUNT CARMEL Mr. Frank Williams and two sis­ ters, Misses Ann and Kay and Messrs. Tommy McKeever and Joe O’Rourke, of Seaforth, spent Wed­ nesday evening at the home of Misses Mary and Jean McCann. Miss Minnie Reardon, of Bay City is spending a rew weeks with her Cousin, Mr. P. Reardon. Miss Winnie Madden, of Toronto, spent a few days with her sister Miss Bernie Madden. Rev. Father John Glavin, of To­ ronto, is spending a few days at his home here. Mr. Justin Mahoney, of St. Thomas, spent the week-end at his home here. Mr. and Mrs. Jhck Barry and family, of Detroit, are spending their vacation with the Jattev’s brother, Mr. Dennis O’Rourke. Dance at Spruce Grove on Nd. 4 Highway, 3 miles South of Exeter EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY DURING SEASON BERNIE COULTER AND BIS ORCHESTRA Dancing 0 to ?? New and Ohl plied, Dancing 5c me.” DASHWOOD Mr. and Mrs, Sam Elsie, of De­ troit, are spending their vacation at theii* home in 4he village. Mrs. Bruer and family, of New Hamburg, are spending their holi­ days with hex* mother Mrs. Schroe­ der, Ronald Harris, of Sarnia, is holi­ daying with relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. Henderson aiid dau- gthei* Dorothy and son Orville, of Galt, were Sunday visitors with rel­ atives here. Mr. and Mrs. A, E. Oestriclier, Mr. and Mrs*. Sam Oestricher, Mrs. Alvixi Kellerman, of Dashwood and Mr. and Mrs. Milton Oestricher, of Chi­ cago attended the Kellerman-Cowan wedding in Fergus on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. H. MeLagan and sons, of Mitchell, were Sunday vis- . itors with Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Oes­ tricher. Miss Hope Roppell attended camp at Pars a few days last week. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stive and fam­ ily, of Tonawanda, are spending their vacation with his mother Mrs. G. Stire. Mrs. Henry Eagleson was taken to St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, last week where she underwent a serious operation. We understand the operation was successful and she is getting along as well as can be expected. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Schatz spent last Wednesday with friends in Sar­ nia. The Sunday evening services at the Dashwood Evangelical church will be cancelled during the month of August. Rev. Mr, S. M. Peachey, of the Mennonite church will conduct the morning services in August during Rev. Mr, Koppel’s holiday absence. Mrs. Norman Evans and family, of Kitchener, spent a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoffman last week. Dont forget the home-baking sale and ice cream in Tieman’s furniture store on Saturday, July 27th. Miss Eunice Haist is visiting with relatives in Detroit. Mr. Sam Witzel, of Toronto, spent the week-end with his mother Mrs. Witzel. Mr. S. Gottshalk spent a few days with friends in Seaforth. Mi’s. Ervin ader who underwent an operation in the hospital in Lon­ don, has returned home and is im­ proving nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Heywood, of Exeter, and Mrs. Stadelbaurer and family, of London were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. P. Kraft. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Merner, of De­ troit, visited with Mrs. Mernei* and family on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Roland Grenier who were recently married have got com­ fortably settled in Mr. Hy. Callfas' house at the south end of the vil­ lage. Mr. Walter Henderson, of NeW Dundee called on Mr. Donald Oes- triciher on Saturday. The Evangelical Sunday School picnic is being held at Springbank on Wednesday afternoon. Nancy Anne Tieman five-year-old daugihtei* of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Tie­ man received word last-v week tha< she has been successful in passing her recent music examinations at London. Nancy obtained first class honors in Grade 2 piano of the Tor­ onto Conservatory of Music. She is a pupil of Alberta Brown Thies. Dashwood Unit of the Exeter Branch of the Red Cross The community of Dashwood has been doing its bit of trying to pro­ vide necessities for those who have suffered through, -the war and the June shipment is as follows: 30 pairs socks, 2 sweaters, 7 pairs of pyjamas, 3 bede gowns, 3 quilts, 1 girl’s skirt, 2 girl’s sweaters, 1 bath towel, 2 baby’s night gown, 1 bag of carpet rags. The total shipments of the organ­ ization to date are: 275 pairs of socks, 48 sweaters, 16 bed gowns* 8 hospital gowns, 52 pairs pyjamas, 35 quilts, 21 pr wristlets, 2 pairs broadcast wristlets, 8 surgeons owns, 8 surgeons caps, 2 scarfs, 2 8 wash cloths, 10 abdominal band­ ages, 16 slings, 2 girl’s dresses, 12 children’s slips, 3 child’s panties, I personal property bag, 6 bed ja­ ckets, 10 childs’ night gowns, 4 pairs childs’ pyjamas, 4 girls’ skirtt, 3 girls’ sweaters, 1 pair boy’s pants, 20 woollen blankets. A shower for refugees was held at which tihe following was donated, 3 boys shirts, 14 men’s shirts, 21 ‘ladies5 dresses, 2 children’s coats, 7 women’s night gowns, 24 towels, 5 pairs boys’ pants, 6 wash cloths, II pairs ladies’ hose, 5 women’s vests, 3 women’s slips, 2 pairs wo­ men’s drawers, 11 infants’ vests, 14 pairs girls’ drawers, 10 pillow slips, 1 child’s sleepei 5 undershirts, 3 pairs men’s drawers, 11 pairs men’s socks, 34 pairs children’s stockings, 21 pair knee socks, I girl’s dress, 5 jersey sweaters, 8 wool sweaters, 1 apron, 5 handkerchiefs, 8 |palrs shoes, 4 boys’ suits, 1 pair bootees, 1 mat. 'Cash contributions amounted to approximately $500. Two quilts were donated to the Exeter Red Cross for disposal. "Is ta.ura.nt girl. "I that my hat?” said the res- patroft to the hat-check don’t know, sir,” she re- "btit it’s the one you gave ELIMVILLE * CREDITON Rev. Moore, of Toronto, spoke here on Sunday morning in the in­ terests of the Ontario Temperance Federation. Mr. Roy Hunter sang a solo in the anthem rendered by the choir. Miss Muriel Allison, of Spring­ field is holidaying in this com­ munity. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Elford, Doris and Annie motored to .Milton Sun­ day and visited with x datives. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Routly and Anna were visitors wi*h Mr. aiid, Mrs. Ken. Hogg, at Thorndale on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Johns and Patsy were guests of .Mr. and Mrs. Norman Jones, of Kippmi. Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bradshaw and David were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Ford in Exeter last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ford'and Gor­ don, Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Horne and Kathleen were in St. Thomas Sunday afternoon to see Mrs. P. Whitlock. Quite a number from here sought cooling breezes at Grand Bend and Port Stanley Sunday, the extreme heat was very oppressive. A good rain would be very welcome. A good crowd attended the annual Community Picnic held at Grand Bend on Monday. Mr. Harry Cole returned home from Victoria Hospital. London, on Wednesday last week and is im­ proving nicely. The Sunday School will meet next Sunday morning at 1 it a.m. as the choir are taking part in the ser­ vice at Thames Road church at 11.15 a.m, All intersted please note the change of time for next Sunday. The Thames Road choir will return the visit next Sunday evening and take part in our service here at 7 ?.m. We believe the change of choirs will be a pleasing feature of both services. Mission Band The Friendly Workers’ Mission Band were entertained by the W. M. S. on Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Wib. Batten. The Mission Band provided the program and the President Grace Brock oc­ cupied the chair and opened the meeting with singing hymn 613, Norma Fletcher read Psalm 23 for the Scripture lesson. Betty Bailey gave a recitation and the beginners sang "I am Jesus’ Little Friend” and Grace Brock gave a reading. An Instrumental was played by Leona Pym. Hynyi 486 was sung and the secretary read the minutes of last meeting and roll was called. Betty Mair played a piano solo followed by a song by the juniors. Rev. E. Grigg, of Exeter, gave a very inter­ esting talk to the children which the ladies'*' enjoyed very much also. The senior girls sang a number after which hymn 490 was used. The whole band sang very enthus­ iastically ‘‘There’ll always be an England” after which all joined in, singing the National Anthem. The W. M. S. held a short session while the children had some games. The secretary called the roll which was answered by a verse partaining to children. Minutes of the June meeting were read and adopted. It was decided to invite some neigh­ boring societies to our August meet­ ing and have Mrs. Christie of Ex­ eter give a report of the recent con­ vention which she attended. Other matters were attended to and com­ mittees appointed. After closing, lunch was served by the ladies on the lawn. There were about twenty ladies present and about thirty chil­ dren . KIPPEN Mrs. Lorne Eiler and daughter, Gwendolyn, of Falconbridge, North­ ern Ontario, are visiting the form­ er’s sister Miss Edna Cochrane and brother Allan. Sunday visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Parsons were Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Linden and Verne, of Denfield; Mr, and Mrs. Joseph Carter and Marie, of Clan- deboye and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ferguson and family, of Chiselhurst Mr. Clarence McLean, of London, spent the week-end with his sister Mr. and Mrs. Allan Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. W. Horney and Miss Irma Ferguson visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. K. Horney, of London, on Sunday, they also visit­ ed Mr. Arnold Gackstetter in St. Joseph’s Hospital. Miss Velma Ferguson, who has been visiting her aunt and uncle Mr. and Mrs. Archie Parsons returned to her home near Chiselhurst on Sunday. Miss Helen Love is visiting her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Fairbairn of Hensll. The congregations of Kippen and Hillsgreen United churches heldi their Sunday School picnic ill Jew­ ett’s Grove, Bayfield, on Friday last with a good attendane. The down­ pour of rain prevented having but very few sports. Aftei* the shower all partook in a very hearty supper. Rev. and Mrs. Chandler were vis­ ited on Sunday by friends from Kilsythe. 'Sunday visitors with Ml*, and Mrs. Olivet* Jaques were: Mr.- and Mrs. Wesley Jaques and sons,, of Elim­ ville and Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Skinner and family of Zion. The auction sale of the household effects of the late Mrs. Jos. Haist is being held today (Thursday). Mr. and Mrs, Lawrence Wein spent the week-end at St. Marys. Mr. Garnet Sweitzer, of New York, is spending his vacation with friends in the community, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kerr and Miss Walker spent the week-end at Lion’s Head. Mr. Fred Beaver returned to New York on Monday after spending ^nearly three weeks with friends in the community. Master Donald Misener, is holi­ daying in North London, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Simpson. Fred Kerr, trapshooter and brick and tile manufacturer fell at his home Monday night and fractured his collarbone. Mr. Kerr slipped and fell on his shoulder. He was taken to the office of Dr. Fletcher of Ex­ eter after which he was taken to Dr. Wizmore, of London, where an X-ray revealed the fracture. The, fracture was reduced by Dr. Flet­ cher. Mr. Lewis Faist, of Ottawa, is spending two weeks’ vacation at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Faist. Mr. N. A. Patterson, of Toronto, gave a temperance address at the Evangelical church last Sunday morning. Rev. and Mrs. Turner de­ lighted the congregation with a vocal duet entitled "He Knows”. Miscellaneous Shower Approximately forty young people were present at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Finkbeinei* on Fri­ day evening at a miscellaneous shower in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Finkbeiner, recent bride and groom. The gifts were many and beautiful. Mrs. Finkbeinei* after opening the gifts thanked all pres­ ent for so kindly remembering her. The evening which was spent in con­ versation and community singing was brought to a close by the serv­ ing of a dainty lunch by the ladies. SHIPKA On Sunday last in the United church, Mr. Paterson, of Toronto, spoke in the interests of Temper­ ance Work. On Sunday next Sunday School will be at 10 a.m. and preaching service at 11 a.m.. Rev. L. Turner will be in charge. Mr. F. LaFond and family, of Sarnia, visited Sunday last with re­ latives here. Miss Lila Fink is at present ill with pneumonia. Mrs. McDonald, of Crediton, is in attendance. Miss Alma Ratz is attending Sum­ mer School in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. Matt. Sweitzer, Miss Nola and Stewart spent Bunday last at Rondeau Park. Nola remained to camp for a week. THAMES ROAD AND ROYS Rev. W. E. Moore, of Toronto, ministered to Thames Road, Elim- ville and Roy’s on Sunday in the interests of Temperance. The Elimville choir will exchange with the Thames Road choir on Sunday morning, whilte Thames Road choir will take part in the service at Elimville Sunday night at 7:00 p.m. How to look at things over the pond. "Things may be blue but they are not black.” Mr. and Mrs. E. Pym have a night-blooming cactus. This beauti­ ful and so short lived bloom, flower­ ed Sunday night and Monday a sec- and bloom made its appearance. Those who were able to see it were charmed with its beauty. Miss M. Parker has returned home after spending a week at Staffa. Mrs. Orville Cann was hostess to the W. A. when an enjoyable after­ noon was spent, A ten cent tea was served at the close. Mrs. Will Tookey and Master John of London, spent last week with Mr. and Mrs. P. Passmore. An open air concert was held by the Hurondale Institute at the skat­ ing rink at Thames Road church in the interests of Red Cross Friday evening last. Mr. T. Ballantyne is suffering from some broken ribs suffered dur­ ing haying operations. Mr. F. Collings and his daughter, Mrs. Kennedy, of Ridgetown, spent the week-end with friends in Kings­ ton. The later pea crop is much better than the earler one which suffered through the excessive rains. Mastey Douglas and Betty Evans, of Toronto, have returned to their home after two weeks’ holidays at the manse. Women’s Association The Women’s Association met at the home of Mrs. Orville Cann on Thursday. Mrs. Selves opened the meeting with the use of a hymn and also led in prayer. After various items />f business were dealt with Mrs. C. Borland took the chair for the program. Mrs. W. Stone gave a reading followed by a duet from Dorothy Squires and Ross McFalls. A reading by Mrs. Roy Coward; a very humorous reading by Miss Pearl Duncan and a leading by Mrs. N. Hunkin. Dorothy Squire favor­ ed the ladies with a solo and the meeting was closed with the Lord's Frayer. A. social time was spent over the tea cupa. THURSDAY, JURY 2Sth, IMO BREAD supplies 74 of the Food Energy of Canadians RICH IN CARBOHYDRATES, bread is the best and cheapest source of human fuel It actually supplies one-fourth of the food energy of the people of the Dominion. And, made with the usual modern milk formula, bread is an important source of protein, equal to meat in muscle building and repair. If your tasks call for quick or sustained energy, be sure to eat plenty of bread. Your baker makes an appetizing, nutri­ tious loaf that will help you meet life’s emergencies today. MID DLETON’S BAKERY Try ouy Cakes and Pastry WINCHEL5EA Haying is completed in this com­ munity. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Robinson, of St. Marys, called on Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Batten on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Prance and family, of Thedford; Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Yule, of Anderson, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. John Prance. Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George Davis were: Mrs. Minnie McjJonald, of Woodham; Mr. and Mrs. George McGavin and Mr. and Mrs. R. Mc- Geoch, of Seaforth. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Atkinson, of Lucan, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Newton 'Clarke. Miss Wilma Veal spent a few days last week with the Misses Kathryn and Joan Batten. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Delbridge and family, of St. Marys, spin' Sunday with Mrs. George Delbridge. Miss Ethel Pooley spent the week­ end with Miss Dorothy Johns of Elimville. KIRKTON Mrs. Shier, of St. Marys, visited with his son, Stewart Shier this past week. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Blatchford and family, of Detroit, are holidaying with Mr. R. Dobson. Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Gunning, of Granton, were Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. I. N< Marshall. Mrs. Dr. Glen Sawyer and little daughter, of Port Stanley, spent the past week with Mrs. John Sawyer. Quite a number from the village attended the South Huron Rotary Picnic, at Stratford this past week. Mrs’. Geo. Pollen, of St. Marys, spent, the week-end with her sistei* Mrs. Lewis Fletcher and also at­ tended a family gathering held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Fletcher’s. Those who attended are Mrs. G. Pollen, of St. Marys; Mr. and Mrs. T. Baker, Mr. and Mrs. John Hind, all of Exeter and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Fletcher and little son, Lloyd. Family Gathering The descendants of the late James Atkinson met at the home of Mrs James Kemp for a happy reunion. Over fifty attended. Mrs. J. John­ son, of Mt. Pleasant; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Doig, of DeLisle, Sask.; Mr. and Mrs. R. Bilyea. of London; Mr. and Mrs. W.- Sparling, of Anderson; Mr* and Mrs. R, Box. of Kelly’s; Mr. •and Mrs. C. Atkinson and Mr. R. At­ kinson, of Anderson and a large number of nephews and nieces. A picnic lunch was served on the lawn. It is many years since this family Were all together and the social chat was much enjoyed by all. Mrs. Lorne Marshall, of London, spent a few days with her mother Mrs. A. Robinson this past week. Sunday visitors: Mrs. R. Robin­ son and family, of Varna with Mr. John Cluff. Mr. and Mrs. W. Wil­ liams, of Klntore with Mr. J. Wil­ liams; Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Robinson, of Carlingford, with Mr. John Wil­ liams. "Why is Sandy so down at the mouth?” "He bought a score card at the football game this afternoon and neither side scored.” YOUR BAKER’S SKILL, scien­ tific equip­ ment—-and the finest ingre­ dients — give you a loaf un­ surpassed in wholesome­ ness and de­ licious flavor. CORBETT Mrs. Gordon Ulens gave her home at an aluminum demonstration on Monday evening. The demonstrator in charge served a bountiful din­ ner using the aluminum ware to cook it in. Mrs. Wilbert Young visited her brother Mr. Wm. Horner. Mr. Arthur Corsaut is spending the holidays with his cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Oswald Steeper and fam­ ily. " The haying is^nearing completion and wheat cutting is planned for this week. The recent showers were a great help to gardens and hoe crops. Our sincere sympathy is extended to the relatives of the late Roy ■Shepherd, of London, Ontario. The burial took place at Grand Bend on Saturday afternoon last. Misses Joyce, Nina and Dorothy Hodgins spent Thursday with their aunt, Mrs. Wm. Hodgins. Mr. Harry Appleton is ill at time of writing. We hope for a speedy recovery. Mr. Nelson St. Clair spent Sun­ day with Mr. David Shepherd. Mr. Kenneth Hndgins, of Wiarton called on friends here and Greenway and Grand Bend ovei* the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Steener and Lyle and Mrs. Norman Fralick, of Detroit, attended the funeral of their aunt, Mrs. John Love at Grand Bend on Wednesday last. One farmei* went out to his turk­ ey roost and asked his finest gob­ bler: “How would you like to fill in at our Christmas table?” To which the turkey disdainfully re­ plied: "Don’t ax me!” Grand Bend Dancing Nightly to Willis Tipping’s Cascade Rhythm Orchestra ■Free admission before 9 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday nights. First Two Dances Free Every Night MIDNIGHT DANCE, AUG 5th 12:05 a.m, CARNIVAL & AMATEUR NlTE EVERY MONDAY - 9:30 p.m. sharp LOTS OF FUN Cash prizes for Amateurs - Audience Judges. Send your entry or coxne along. Spot Dances, Balloon Dances, Con­ fetti, Streamers, Fancy Hats, Noisemakers Men 50c. - Ladies 35c. Children 15d. Three awl a half hours dancing free Sunday, july 28 - concert STRATFORD BOYS’ BAND Silver Collection SATURDAY, JULY 27 - 5 p.m. Ball Game — Casino Diamond Schneiders of Kitchener vs. Grand Bend Hot Nights Come to the Bend and Swim * Beach Floodlighted