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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1943-03-11, Page 5THE EXETER TIMES-AD VO CATE, THURSDAY MORNING, MARCH 11*, 1943 Pago 5 Coining to Ilensall C. R. Wilkinson, R.O. Ophthalmic Optician Wingham will be at W, O. GOODWIN’S Store, every 1st and 3rd Tuesday in the month, for the. purpose of testing eyes and fitting glasses. Difficult cases and those that have not b^ep properly fitted, specially recommended to con­ sult me. Hour? 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone 16 Hensall for appointment HENSALL A bingo and dance will be held in the town hall, Hensall, on Wednes­ day, March 24, under the auspices of the Exeter-Hensall Branch of the Canadian Legion. Mrs. John Johnston, well-known Hensall resident, who will celebrate her 92nd .birthday on April 7, is very ill at her home with pneu-r monia. The new time dance which was to have been held in the town hall on Tuesday, March 16, has been post­ poned until Friday, March 26, when Ted Ppdney and his band, of Lon­ don, will furnish the music. Mrs. W, W. Chapman, who has been confined to her room for the past several weeks, owing to ill­ ness, continues quite sick Her many friends hope for a speedy recovery. Box Social a Splendid Success The box social held at S.S. 10 Hay on Friday evening by the rur­ al branch of the Red Cross Society, proved to be a splendid success. Pro­ gressive euchre was played, the prize-winners being ladies’ first, Mrs. Elgin Rowcliffe; gents’ first, Robert Munn. Following the so­ cial hour Reeve George Armstrong gave a brief address and Mrs. El­ gin Rowcliffe gave a report of the work done by the branch. Danc­ ing was enjoyed to music furnished by William Hyde. Plahs were made to hold another social in two weeks. Mrs. Win. M. Bell Dies A well-known resident of this district passed away at her home on Thursday in the person of Mrs. Wil­ liam M. Bell, in her 71st year, fol­ lowing a lengthy illness. The de­ ceased was born in Usborne Town­ ship and was formerly Margaret Stewart, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stewart. “She has resided in this district for the past 3 0 years and was active in commun­ ity and church affairs, being a val­ ued member of Carmel Presbyterian Church. Surviving are her hus­ band, one son, .Stewart, two sisters, Mrs. Thomas Elder and Mrs. W. J. Elder, both of Seaforth; two bro­ thers, Duncan, of Hensall, and John Stewart, of Usborne Township. The private funeral service which was to have been held Saturday from the home was postponed, ow­ ing to the weather conditions until Tuesday at 2 p.m. Rev; William Weir conducted the services. In­ terment was in Hensall Union Ceme­ tery. Mission Circle Meets Miss Mattie Ellis was hostess at her home on Monday evening to the Senior Mission Circle of the United Church, assisted by Mrs. Kennedy Miss Edna Saundercock presided, and following the theme song the hymn “My Father Ts Rich in Houses and Lands” was sung and the Lord’s prayer was repeated in Uni­ son. The roll call was answered with “Signs of a Christian Home”. The minutes were followed by a re­ sponsive scripture reading, Psalm 1. The offering was taken and hymn “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” preceded the devotional, “Gratitude for Christian Homes”, very ably given by Mrs. James Morris. The topic, “Round Table Discussion on Christian Homes”, - given by Miss Ellis, was very interesting. Follow­ ing the business the meeting con­ cluded by singing “Take Time to be Holy” and the benediction. The social committee in charge of re­ freshments Were Miss June Saun­ dercock, Mrs. William Smale, Mrs. Byron Kyle and Miss Ellis. W.M.S. Meet at the Manse The W.M.S. of the United church held their March meeting at the manse on Thursday afternoon when Mrs. Brook presided over the pro­ gram which opened by singing “He Liveth Long Who Livetli Well,” followed (by the (Lord’s prayer. The Scripture, Michael 4 ahd Luke 4, 1-16 was read by Mrs. -N. E. Cook. Jdrs. Charles McDonell led in pray­ er and the hymn “There Is Work To Do For Jesus" Was sung. A special collection was taken for the Chinese Relief Fund. Arrangements were made for a Birthday Party to be held on March 18, and for the World’s Day of Brayei1 Service, to be held in St* Paul’s Anglican Church on Friday, March 12, A motion Was passed to discontinue lunch at the regular meetings for the duration. Mrs. C. Cook favored with a reading and Mrs. Hedden sang A delightful solo accompanied by Mrs. Grace Harpole at the piano. The topic was very ably taken by Mrs. George Glenn from the third chapter of the Stithy Book, "The Church in City Streets,” dealing with the church, the city, and the work. The roll call was answered by the payment of the fees and the meeting concluded by singing “AjVhat a Fellowship. What a Joy Divine," and the benediction. Refreshments were served by the hostess, Hensall War Veteran Dies Suddenly Alpine McEwen passed away sud­ denly in a London Hospital Thurs­ day evening ip his 51st year, The deceased was a veteran of the First World War and although he return­ ed safely from overseas, the years have seen a rapid decline in health and strength and he was finally taken to London for treatment a few weeks ago. He was a son of the late Mr. apd Mrs, Duncan Mc­ Ewen and received his education at S-S. 10, Hay. He operated a gar­ age here for a number of years and prior to his illness was an employee at Thomson’s mill. Surviving are his widow, formerly Miss Nellie Priest, three sons and one daugh­ ter, Norris, with the R.C.lA.F., Boundary Bay, B.C.; Alpine, of GaJt; Ewan and Mina, at home; one sister, Mrs, Harry Watcher, Grand Prairie, Alta.; five brothers, Dr. John McEwen, of Carleton Place; William, of Edmonton; Ewan and Earl, of Toronto, and Almond, of Hensall. A military funeral was held from Carmel Presbyterian Church on Monday afternoon, at­ tended by comrades of the deceas­ ed of the Exeter-Hensajl branch of the Canadian Legion, of which the deceased was a member, “The Lord is My Shepherd” and “Abide With Me” were the hymns sung. Rev. William Weir delivered a mes­ sage of inspiration, taking as his text, “For David aftei> he had serv­ ed his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep and was laid unto his fathers.” 'The floral trib­ utes were large and very beautiful, consisting of wreaths and sprays from the family, Mrs. Harry Watch­ er, Grand Prairie; Mr. and Mrs. Ewan McEwan and Mr. Earl Mc­ Ewan, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs. Al­ mond McEwen, Hensall; Misses Lil­ lian and Edith McEwan, of London; Mr. and Mrs. John E. McEwan, Hen­ sall; Mrs, Robert Morrison; Wood- stock; Head Office and Staff, Par­ liament Branch of Ontario Savings Branch, Toronto; staff of Thom­ son’s Mill; former schoolmates, at S.S. 10, Hay, namely, Robert Munn, Basil Edwards, W. R. Dou- gall, Wes Coleman, George Arm­ strong, Edgar Munn, Arthur Dick and Roy Todd. The pallbearers were Alfred Clarke, William Stone, Peter McNaughton, George Thom­ son, Thomas Sherritt and Harry Hor­ ton. Interment was in Hensall Un­ ion Cemetery. Those attending from a distance were Norris McEwan of the R.C.A.F., Boundary Bay, B.C.; Alpine, Galt, Mr. and Mrs. Ewan McEwan and Mr. Earl Mc­ Ewan, Toronto; Janies Priest, Port Huron and Robert Morrison, Wood- stock. (Additional Hensall news will be found on page six.) THAMES ROAD The farm forums met at the fol­ lowing places on Monday night: tlie homes of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Pass- more, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Johns, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stewart and at Lumley schoolhouse. A progressive euchre party was held at the home of Mr. Edgar Mon­ teith on Friday night. Proceeds were in aid of the Red Cross. Mr. and Mrs. A. Passmore and family and Miss Hazelwood visited with Mr. and Mrs. W. Passmore, of Exeter, on Sunday. CENTRALIA The World Day of Prayer will be held in the schoolroom of the church on Friday afternoon of this week. All ladies are invited to at­ tend. The Home and School Club will hold their March meeting in the school on Friday evening, March 19, Please hand in your gifts for Red Cross work so that they will be on display at the meeting. A special feature of the evening will be the White elephant sale under the auspices of the Junior ( Red Cross. Youi* donations to the sale will be greatly appreciated by the teacher and school children. The Women’s Association are sponsoring a social evening to be held in the schoolroom of the church on Friday evening, March 26. You are requested to keep this date open. Bray>*Ghick Hatchery Exeter, phone 246 Alvin W. Kerslake, Herisall or N. M. Wiley, Farmers’ Co-dp-* erative, Ailsa Craig DASHWOOD Be sure to hear Miss A&'Q^s Mc­ Phail at Creditor Town Hall, Wed" nesday afternoon, March 17, at 2 o’clock. She will speak in the inter­ ests of the Federation of Agricul­ ture. L.A.C. Murray Wolfe who spent the week-end with his parents, left last week for Halifax. Mrs. M. Wiegand who visited with Mr. and Mrs. Service last week re­ turned to her home in Kitchener. •Miss Ruth Guenther, of Kitchen- er, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Guen­ ther. IMiss Eunice Haist, of (London, spent the week-end with her. par­ ents, Mr, and Mrs, E, Haist. Ralph Weber was the lucky win­ ner of the wool comforter drawn at the Red Cross dance last week. Spr. Garnet Weiberg, of Sussex, New Brunswick, spent a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Fred Weiberg. Mr, and Mrs. Thomas Hopcroft, of Dashwood, have received word that their eldest son, Robert Hop­ croft, of Port Colborne, has join­ ed the Navy and is stationed at Halifax, N.S. He is the second son to join the Navy, Fred having been in the service over two years and is at present stationed at St. John’s, Newfoundland. Mr. and Mrs, E. Jl. Guenther have received word that their son, Troop­ er Ross Guenther, has arrived safe­ ly in England. Word \vas received here of the ser­ ious illness of Mrs. Bristow (form­ erly Hartleib) in London. Red Cross Meeting- The monthly meeting of the Red Cross will be held in the school on Monday evening March 15. A good program is being prepared. Reports will be given and important business will be discussed. A social half hour will be enjoyed with lunch at the close. The following is the Red Cross Shipment? 2 turtle-neck sweaters, 2 pr, service socks, 2 pr. mitts, 1 pr. gloves, 1 aero cap, 1 boys pullover, 2 ladies knickers, 1 man’s shirt, 2 boys blouses, 1 pr. boys pants, 3 ladies slips, 6 sanitary pads. Donat­ ions—16 large quilts, 2 crib qui'lts, 3 bath towels, 1 girls dress and jacket, 1 childs knitted dress and pan ties, 148 bars toilet soap. Mrs, Catherine Rader Passes Mrs. Catherine Rader, Dashwood, died/Wednesday of last week at her residence after an illness of three weeks, in her 90th year. She was born in Hay Township on the Bron­ son Line where she lived until her marriage in 1874, then she resided on the Goshen Line before moving to Dashwood 39 years ago. Her hus­ band, Jacob Rader, died in Septem­ ber, 1919. Two daughters and two sons predeceased her. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Clara Decker, of Zurich, and Mrs. Louis Kraft, of Dashwood; one stepdaughter, Mrs, Joseph Willert, of Dashwood; three sons (Louis Rader and Fred Rader, of Dashwood, and Theodore iRader, of the Goshen Line, Hay Township, and a stepson, William Rader, of Zurich. There are 18' grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. 'The remains rested at the T, Harry Hoffman funeral home. Fun­ eral service was held at 2.3'0' p.m., Saturday, at the Lutheran (Church. Rev. T. Luft officiating. Interment was in the Lutheran Bronson /Line Cemetery. ELIMVILLE The local Red Cross unit made and sent in the following articles this month: 2 pairs 18-inch socks, 1 V-neck sweater, 1 turtle-neck sweater, 2 pairs mitts, 6 pairs gloves, 1 aero cap, 2 wash cloths, 1 pair knickers, 1 boy’s sweater (10 year size), 2 boys’ units, 1 man’s Shirt, 1 gown, 24-piece layette, 3 large quilts and 1 crib quilt. There was also quite.^a nice assortment of articles for the women in service. Mrs. Jackson Woods is at Wood­ ham attending Mr. and Mrs. Wil­ liam Sinclair, who ’have both been ill. Mrs. John Brock is at the home of Mr. Trueman Fletcher, helping with nursing Mr. Michael Fletcher, who is in a serious condition at the home of his son. While we are enduring zero and lower temperatures and blocked roads, in Florida the temperature has been 106, according to a letter received here by relatives of Mrs, Wellington Bell, who, with her children, is spending some time in that warm climate. Mr. "Harry Johns has been con­ fined to his bed for a few day’s. His friends hope he will soon be eiijoy- ing his usual good health, HOCKEY (Continued from Page 1) sor's with Tome scoring two goals and Hales adding another to end the period 4-2. In the opening of the third Buck" ivitch increased the lead to 5-2, Then the Fliers went to town. For­ sythe scored. A minute later Gun­ ter broke through and on as pret­ ty a play as you would wish to see drew out the goalie and scored, Tur- moil was Jet loose by the specta­ tors. In Jess than five minutes the score wag tied when Forsythe beat Skaleske. The old rink never re­ sounded to more noise which was kept at a high pitch until O’Shea put Exeter in the lead and then you should have heard the rooters. O’Shea’s goal came after two shots in quick succession had been turn­ ed by Skaleske. Webb was sent to the penalty box for tripping and Fitzgerald was giyen a penalty shot. He had a chance for the eveiier but the shot was wide of the net. Exeter—Goal, Young; defence, Webb, Allen; centre, Gunter; wings, Macey, Forsythe; subs, Plummer, Bradley, O’Shea, Tait. Windsor—Goal, Skaleske; defence, Hale, Stoddart; centre, D.Amore; wings, Levine, Buckivitch; subs, Brunnell, Tome, Fitzgerald... Referee—George Hayes, Inger­ soll.* $ $ $ Beavers Lose Final Game and Title to Fliers in 9-4 Defeat With the largest crowd that has yet packed the Exeter Arena the Exeter Fliers from No. 9 S.F.T.S. took the third straight game from the Seaforth Beavers Wednesday evening of last week by the decis­ ive victory of 9-4, thereby winning the group honors. Over 1,100 spectators witnessed the fastest game of the season. In the first period the locals found the net three times while the visitors failed to tally. Macey from ‘Gunter started the scoring. Bradley scored the second with For­ sythe getting an assist. He made it 3-0 off O’Shea’s rebound. There were some stiff body checks handed out. Webb, Allan and Plummer all spent time in the penalty box. When Plummer stopped Hubert, the stocky Seaforth defence, the latter tried to get even by chopping Plummer sev­ eral times over the legs as Plum­ mer raced for the Seaforth goal. Plummer in turn broke his stick over Hubert's shin pads and drew a penalty. In the second period O’Shea made it four straight when he found the net through.^®, maze of players that crowded the Seaforth goal. Brad­ ley and Tait were in there with him. McCullough beat the local goalie from right wing to score Seaforth’s first count. Harris got the -assist. Libbett went off for tripping Allan in centre ice. Gun­ ter was penalized for boarding and referee Hayes added/an extra ten minutes misconduct penalty when Gunter shot the puck down the ice. Plummer was off for tripping. The scoring spree began in the final period. Macey from Allan scored in the first minute of play making it 5-1. With the Seaforth players ganging the local net, Ma­ cey broke away and drawing the goalie out, scored. R. McFaddin notched Seaforth’s second counter and Hubert made'it 6-3 immediate­ ly after. The locals then scored three in a row. Gunter clicked with Webb getting the assist. Mur­ phy was next to find the net and Gunter scored the ninth and last goal for the Fliers when with only the goalie to beat he -drew him out of the net. A. McFaddin tallied Seaforth’s third and last goal. Plum­ mer was t.he bad boy of the even­ ing, getting his third penalty. La­ ter in the game he was cut over the eye. Murphy was off for slashing. Young, in the net for the Fliers, turned in a great performance. Seaforth—Goal, Messenger; de­ fence, Hubert, Clair; centre, R. McFadden; wings, A. McFadden, Libbett; subs, Thompson, Nichol­ son, McCully, Harris, Vromman. Exeter—Goal, Young; defence, Webb, Allen; centre, Gunter; wings, Macey, Forsythe; subs, Plummer, Tait, O’Shea, Murphy, Bradley. Referee—G. Hayes, Ingersoll. CREDITQN Be sure to hear Miss Agues Me- Phail at Creditor Town Hall, Wed- nesday afternoon, March 17* at 2 o’clock. She will speak in the inter­ ests of the Federation. of Agricul­ ture, Mr. John Haist sold his fine team of horses to Mr. Garnet Hill last week, Miss Verna Cunningham spent the week-end at her home near Clandeboye. Mission * Circle Meets The March meeting of the Evan­ gelical Mission Circle was held on Monday evening at the home of Mrs. H. K. Either, with a very good at­ tendance. The devotional part of the meeting was taken by the pre­ sident, Mrs. Lawrence Wein, The roll call, minutes and business fol­ lowed. The literature committee then took charge of the meeting with Meleeda Schenk as convener. Scripture was read by Miss Verna Cunningham, followed by prayers, The study book was given by Mrs. Earl Haist, Miss Verna Cunningham, Mrs. Ervin Ratz and Mrs, Gordon Ratz. A poem for Gt, Patrick's Day was read by Mrs. Ervin Ratz, The meeting closed with the hymn ' “Take My Life and Let it Be”, Lunch was served by the committee, Red Cross The Credjton Unit of the Red Cross shipped the following articles during the past three months: 1 pair socks, 6 pairs 18-inch socks, 2 pairs mitts, 5 pairs gloves, 4 aero caps, 5 wash cloths, 2 boys’ sweat­ ers, size 8; 1 boy’s sweater, size 12; 2 tuck-ins, 3 men's shirts, 4 nightgowns, 5 slips, 3 pairs knick­ ers, 2 pairs bed socks, 1 mattress cover, 2 pairs boys’ shorts, 4 boys’ blouses, (1 girl’s dress, 1 pair slee­ pers, 6 pairs stockings, 2 knitted caps, donated) 21 quilts, 1 crib cover. Three hundred and one ar­ ticles were received as a shower for women on active service, which in­ cluded 13 5 bars toilet soap, 5 bars laundry soap, 15 boxes kleenex, 11 boxes lux, 26 wash cloths, 28 combs, 6 jars cold cream, 5 boxes hair pins, 8 hair nets, 22 cards of bobby pins, 7 cards safety pins, 10 cards straight pins, 1 package needles, 2 tape lines, 3 tooth brushes, -8 tubes tooth paste, 1 can tooth pow­ der, 3 boxes face powder, 1 powder puff, 2 boxes cleansing pads, 1 box lavender water softener. Donations foi* this shower were received from Crediton Evangelical Sunday School, United 'Church Women’s Associa­ tion, Senior Room, Crediton Public School, and from Shipka, hl GRAND BEND Successful in Piano Exa/ms The following pupils of Miss Mae Patterson, fA.T.O.M,, were success­ ful candidates in the recent piano examinations: First class honors, Betty Green and Joan Gill; honors, Betty LOVe, Colleen Gill and Audrey Bestard, GREENWAY Pte. and Mrs. Gordon Luther, of Kingston, are spending a couple of weeks with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Luther, and other friends. Mrs. Ervine Eggert is in the hos­ pital in London undergoing treat­ ment for a few days. We wish her a speedy recovery. Berton Btophey, R.C.A.F., of St. Thomas, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Brophey. The Harmony Class of the Unit­ ed Church are holding their month­ ly meeting on Friday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Donald Mc­ Gregor. Miss Myrtle Luther, of London, spent the week-end with her par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs, George Luther. Raymond Elson, R.O.A.F., and Mrs. Elson and family, of Brandon, Man,, visited last week with friends in this Vicinity prior- to Ray being stationed at the east coast. BRINSLEY Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Amos are all smiles. It’s a daughter. Miss Minnie Amos, of Hamilton, Miss Lois Jones, of Toronto, and Miss Rose Amos called on their re­ latives on Tuesday last. Mrs. Dan Lewis, who has been in Toronto with her daughters, return­ ed to her home. The Ladies’ Aid and W.M.S. held their March meeting in the base­ ment of the church on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Eldon Hodgson was appointed to meet the St, Mary’s la­ dies to arrange for the World Day of Pra'yer which is to be held in St. Mary’s 'Church this year. St. Mary’s Church withdrew their services on Sunday afternoon on account of Mr. Morley’s funeral. Pte. Don Craven, of Gamp Bor­ den, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Craven. John Morley Buried Funeral services were held at Brinsley United Church for John Morley, of McGillivray Township, who died on Friday in his 77th year. The funeral services were conduct­ ed by Rev. L. Turner. Burial was in Mar’s Hill Cemetery, Mr. Morley was born in McGil­ livray and lived for 5 5 years on his farm near Brinsley. During his life he was closely associated with the Mar’s Hill and Brinsley Methodist and United Churches. He was predeceased 16 years ago by his wife, who was formerly Me­ lissa Jane IVilliams from West Mc­ Gillivray. Surviving are four sons, Chester, of Parkhill; Merton, of St. Thomas; Earl, of Brinsley, Cyril, who is overseas with the Royal Can­ adian Artillery; two daughters, Mrs. Russell Glenn, of Arkona, and Mrs. Roy Leckie, of Leamington; four brothers, William, Walter, Wesley and Sydney, of McGillivray, and two sisters, Mrs, Neil, of Sas­ katchewan, and Mrs. Scott, of Thed­ ford. Fourteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also sur­ vive. Seaforth Child is Badly Scalded The little two-year-old daughter of Mrs, Joseph Eckert met with a serious and painful accident on Wednesday. While playing in her home she had the misfortune to fall into a pail of boiling water and was so seriously scalded that she had to be removed to Scott Memorial Hos­ pital, where she is resting as well as can be expected. -—Seaforth Exposi­ tor. To produce more FOOD is as vital as to prodqee more muni" tions. To produce more food we must produce* more FEED for livestock, The use of FERTILIZER wiJPproduee more feed per acre. Fertilize for feed to produce FOOD! ! There will be at least as much SHUR-GAIN Fertilizer avail­ able this year as there was last year, BUT there is a growing shortage of labour, trucks and railway cars-—so that ship­ ments must begin NOW if this fertilizer is to get into farm­ er's hands, Order your requirements from your SHUR-GAIN Dealer at once, for PROMPT delivery—-make sure of YOUR NEEDS1 I Fertilisers Administrator's Order A-549 confipes sales of SHUR-GAIN Zone No. 5 (see below), We are in deadly earnest when we say that, if you are in this sone you should ORDER YOUR FERTILIZER NOW! .! (Zone No. 5 is comprised of the Counties of York, Feel, Dufferin, Ontario, Simcoe, Bruce and Huron and the Dis­ tricts of Muskoka, and Cochrane.) Parry Sound, Nipissing, Tesmiskaming CANADA PACKERS LIMITED Fertilizer Division Toronto 9, Ont. DEATH OF MRS. SCOTT OF BRUCEFIELD Funeral services for Mrs. Jessie Scott, widow of Andrew Thomas Scott, of Brucefield, who died in Scott Memorial Hospital, Seaforth, Sunday evening, was held from Brucefield United* Church, Wednes­ day, conducted by Rev. Mr. Atkin­ son. Burial was in Baird’s Cemetery. Mrs. Scott, whose husband was a well-known merchant of Brucefield, was the former Jessie McDonald and has resided i n Brucefield most o f her life. She was a member of Brucefield United Church and took a prominent part i n all organizat­ ions of the church when health per­ mitted. Surviving are two sons, Ross, postmaster of Brucefield, and William, also of Brucefield; three daughters, Elizabeth, at home, Ina and Ellen Mae, of /London; one sis­ ter, .Mrs. Yellowlees, Bowmanville. KIRKTON (Too late for last week.) Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Williams and son, Norman, of Woodstock' attended the funeral of the late John O’Brien this past Wednesday. A number of village ladies met at the home of Mrs. Lewis Fletcher this past week and quilting a quilt for the Red Cross. Owing to ‘bad weather last Fri­ day night the bingo will be held this Friday night. The meeting of the west end group of the 4th line Red Cross was held Saturday evening at the home of El­ don Robinson in the form of a box social. There was only a fair atten­ dance. After games the boxes were auctioned off by Frank Routly. bring­ ing the sum of $36.10. The weather man is playing tricks on the country again. MRS. LOUISA WATSON, 02, DIES IN BOSANQUET TP, The death occurred Tuesday of Mrs. Louisa /Maguire Watson, widow of John W. Watson, at the home of her son, FroBt Watson, concession eight, Bosanquet Township, Mrs. Watson was 92 years of age, and if she had lived until March 20 would have celebrated her 9 3rd’ birthday. She was born near Centralia, and 69 years ago she was married, Follow­ ing their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Watson lived three years in McGil­ livray Township and 10 years m Stejihen Township, and 55 years ago they moved to Bosanquet to reside. Mr. Watson died 21 years ago, She is survived by three sons, David, of Ashen, Man., Frost of Bosanquet, and Seth, of Sarnia, also one brother, Andrew Maguire, of Centralia, Two daughters prede­ ceased her, Mrs. Joseph Prout and Miss Minnie Watson. The funeral will be held on Thursday from the home of her son, Frost Watson, at 2.30 p.m. In­ terment will be made at Pinehill Cemetery. How Does Your Label Read? ROBERTSON’S CONDITION POWDER 3 lbs. — $1.00 ' 9 lbs. — $2.45 Guaranteed no Filler Results considered, you will find this powder unequalled as a tonic for all farm stock ♦ # * Robertson’s Drug Store Cann’s Grist Mfll Roy Francis, Kirkton 1 E. Allen, Cromarty JIlllllllllllllllllllllllllfllllllimilHllIllllliiiillllllillllllHIIIHIIIllHIHIIIIIIUIIIIIIunh. 125,000 chicks booked for delivery to May 1st and many orders booked for May and June. Still a few available for March and April if you act quickly. Book your orders NOW for May and June and don’t be disappointed. NEW HAMPSHIRE REDS We have an excellent strain of New Hampshire Reds, not broody. We are raising 1,000 New Hamp pullets for our own farm. We wish to secure flock owners to supply hatch­ ing eggs next season. Some available for March, April and May. Good premiums paid* I am bringing 45 to 50 dozen hatching eggs per week, no eggs set under 24 ounces per dozen, On February 22nd hatch of 672 eggs set, I received a 93 per cent hatch on total eggs and a 98% per cent hatch on fertile eggs. This pays me a premium of 22 cents per dozen over market price. I have New Hampshire pullets crossed with Sussex cockerels. Cecil Jones, Exeter COCKERELS-'-----Poultry meat prices are high and will cont­ inue to be high. Buy your cockerels now and get highest prices in early fall. 500 Started Cockerels, 1 wk to 3 wks old at reduced prices, . 3,000 Day Old available in the next three weeks. ELECTRIC BROODERS------Use W electric brdoder arid raise some chicks in your barn. See Us about electric brooders* PLACE YOUR ORDER NOW FOR LAKEVIEW CHICKS AND ENSURE YOURSELF OF PROFITS Lakeview Poultry Farm Weiri Bros. Phone 78* Exeter '(iuiiniiimiiiiimhiiiiiiiiiriiiniinriiiiiiiiiiiinttiiniiiiihihiiHiiiiriiimnnfiiiiriiur