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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1943-04-22, Page 7$ nr % e THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE, THURSDAY MORNING, APRIL 22nd, 1343 “Secrets in Love” ■ N. by Phyllis Moore Gallagher flow of her voice every one at the say a thing about report that twice some water and At the Dinner Later, Peg sat at the long, glit tering table ip the dining room. It was, she supposed, a very gay din-1 ner, indeed. Tomorrow the society editors would list the impressive names of the guests; they would describe the lovely, gowns worn by the women and they would say that the aviator was dark and hand some and had given all the young girls present moral stab in the heart. They would say that the Ambas sador, always charming and gra cious, was even more charming and gracious than usual tonight. That his hostess was a small witty per son and the rich seemed to hold table. They wouldn’t the real drama of the evening; the way ,Anthony kept looking at Peg over the calla lillies on th% black velvet-covered table; the way Peg glanced up now and then and found Evangeline Martin’s eyes cold and resentful on her. Nor would they Peg tried to drink had not been able to do^ so because of her fingers trembling on the long crystal stem. Indeed, Peg found the actual business of eating dinner— even pretending to—a torture. After dinner the men lingered over liqueurs and cigarettes in the dining room, and the women moved into the drawing room. Evangeline Martin/spreading her white net skirt out carefully on the little rose-color ed love seat, made not the slighest attempt to further her acquaintance with Peg. Rather, she seemed to avoid her, to draw deliberately all ■ the other women into a little knot of attention and animated conver sation which did not inculde Peg at all. But if Evangeline had set out to hurt Peg, she had failed. Peg’s -mind was centered on one thing only: to stay just as long as was properly required of her and then to ask Paul to take her home. "I’ll get me a headache," she decided, miserably. “I’ll faint. I’ll do anything, but I won’t stay here one second longer than I have to. Oh—I can’t. , .” When the men came in Peg did not look up. She was sitting apart from all the other women 'on the blue-brocaded sofa, doing things to the handkerchief in her fingers. She j had made a 1 ears out of it a dozen times; had made sailor’s knots and bow ties. Now she was in the process of tearing it in half. She did not know that Anthony was beside her until he began drawing her out on the balcony that overlooked' Sheridan Circle. "My God, you I’ve I’ll stepped out could never never ed, peg. I haven’t the faintest idea how that announcement got in the papers. Nor has Evangeline. She believes some girls she knows did it —sort of a practical joke, I didn’t have the article denied. It was scarcely my place to, you know. And Eyangeljne. didn’t either. She thought • it would be less embarrassing all the way around if we let it die out grad ually.” Png’s heart stood still, For the ,first time that evening she jvas thinking with a perfectly clear brain. She was understanding a great many things which had con fused her earlier. She understood why Evangeline had stared at her so fixedly,) so resentfully during dinner; why “the girl had ignored her after dinner. Evangeline had evidently heard that Anthony had been in love with her last autumn. And Peg knew with an amazing clarity that Evan geline, herself, had had that an nouncement put in the papers, She had done it because she had thought that once her engagement to An thony was announced it would even tually become an actuality. She had followed Anthony to France and back again, and though this tech nique might work on some men it would never work on Anthony. Peg’s voice was soft and smoth ered with her amazement when she spoke. "Anthony, I—I can’t believe you aren’t engaged. For so long I’ve thought you were . , And Anthony, miserably, with an absolute seriousness said: Peg, I don’t see how have believed I was. loved any one but you. love any one but you. I because of Hewitt, I avoided seeing you all those days before I went away simply because I didn’t trust myself to see you again. Because it hurt too 'much. And then yester day when Joan told me that you and Hewitt had broken off I nearly went out of my head. I thought I had a chance, but JSvangeline said you had broken, your engagement be cause you had fallen in love with Paul Stranyan . . ” Love Wins at Last Peg held her breath. There was a ringing in her heart, in her ears, in her brain. Her legs were trem bling helplessly beneath her. For !a long moment she couldn’t speak; let m ner ringers. «ne - he jusfc stood there supported by bunny with long big balcony rail, drowned in happi- ^^iness. When she did speak, her voice was. all choked up in her throat. She said, "Oh, Anthony—oh, my dar ling . . .” In the next moment Anthony had her in his arms. He was holding her terribly close, his lips against her fair hair, then on her cheek and finally on her lips. She stood back from that kiss at last, breath lessly. She said: "Anthony Covington, whatever on earth are we doing out here on this balcony! If I’m'going to '.France tomorrow I’ve got pack ing to do and a letter of resignation to write and people to see and—oh, all sorts of things!” Anthony was grinning then, and Paul Stranyan, who had stepped out on the balcony in that moment was grinning too. He said very soberly: “I think I can manage to see Evangeline home, Tony. If that will help this situation in any way.” But behind Paul Stranyan’s grin there was heartbreak. Peg saw it and winced. Her fingers went to his arm, gently. She said, in a whisper, "Oh, Paul—I’m so very sorry—please forgive me ...” But there was, she knew, nothing to be forgiven really. Paul Stranyan had always known about Anthony. He had told her only this evening on their way to the Embassy that he would never believe in his luck until they were actually tied. Paul was still grinning at when Peg and Anthony thanked the Ambassador for the happiest eve ning of their lives, which he took not for the‘■truth which it was but for flagrant' flattery; they told the aviator how proud they were to meet him and how glad they were that he had come to Washington. They had meant that, too, for if there hadn’t been a dinner Anthony nliklit have sailed away in the morn ing without seeing Peg. On such little happenings in life does fate I Anthony Again The night breathed on them like a soft caress. Anthony said: "Nice?” Peg swallowed hard. "Yes—yes, isn’t it?” Anthony said yes, it was certainly a very nice night indeed. Then sud denly he said: "Peg, I hear the en gagement to Hewitt is all off. Did i some one—more important come j along?” | Peg said, with her heart stamp-’ ing up and down all over her body: [ "Yes, Anthony—that’s right. Some | one—'more important—came along.” , And then she said, very brightly: | "But I haven't had a chance to con- ( gratulate you, Anthony. I read of! your engagement, but I haven’t seen you since. I meant to write and tell you how happy I was for you, but somehow—P didn’t.” Anthony listened to quietly, and then after or so he remarked: "I’m that very a moment not engag- HEY! SARGE WHERE'S YOUR MINARD'S good mar- them Ill mold and change the future. Then. Peg ami ‘Anthony were gall ing down the Jong marble stairs and through the gold and scarlet foyer and out into the star-s.tudded night. IT SPAYS TO ADVERTISE •In last week’s paper a small ad vertisement appeared tor a lost col lie dog belonging to Eld. Westcott. On Wednesday evening, with the ink on the paper scarcely dry, Mr. West cott received a phone call from Ken Clarke and he was glad to get his dog back after an absence of two weeks. The End HENSALL a SOLDIERS RUB OUT TIRED ACHES Itching, Burning, Stinging Eczema or Salt Rheum Eczema, or salt rheum as it is commonly called, . is one of the most painful of all skin troubles. Tho intense burning, itching and smarting, espe cially at night, or when the affected part is exposed? to heat, dr the hands placed in hot water are most un bearable, and relief is gladly ■welcomed. j The relief offered by Burdock Bldod Bitters is based on the knowledge that such ailments as eczema, and other skin troubles, are caused by an impure blood condition. Bring about inner cleanliness by using B* B. B. to help cleanse the blood of its impurities. Ask at any drug counter for B.B. B. Price $1.00 a bottle. Tho T. Milburn Co., Limited, Toronto, Ont. Mr, Lome McNaughton spent few days recently in Toronto, Mrs, D, Walks returned home af ter a pleasant visit with relatives in London, Mrs. Jean Boyd returned home after spending several-- days with relatives and friends in Guelph. Mrs. Wesley Jones and'' Patsy re turned to their home here after spending the past month in London. Miss Dorothy Brazier, of London, spent a few days last week with her sister and brother-in-law, Dr. and Mrs, D. G. Steer and Patsy. Miss Margaret MacLaren, of Wa terloo, is spending the Easter holi days with her parents, Mrs. R. Y. MacLaren, Mr. and Mrs, Norman Kippen, have moved into ing owned by Mrs. A. W. E. Hemp hill and recently vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Alton Bender. This being Holy Week, as has been the custom in former years, special services local churches, day evening at were held in with Rev. M. A. Hunt delivering the address; Wednesday evening in Carmel' Presbyterian Church, ad dress by Rev. R. A. Brook; Thurs day evening the service will be in St. Paul’s Anglican Uhurch with Rev. William Weir as the speaker. Communion service will be held in Carmel Presbyterian Church on Good Friday at 11 a.m. The time is at hand to ship box es to the Hensall boys who are serv ing overseas. The list is ever-in creasing with the result that more and more funds are needed to aid this worthy the Hensall conjunction Committee, vass for ^collections will shortly be made by the Institute members. Rural citizens are asked to leave their contributions at any of the local stores, not later than Monday May '3rd. They are fighting for us. Let us give generously. Masonic Brethren Hold Social Evening Members of the Masonic Lodge here held a ladies,’ night on Wed nesday evening, April 14, when they very pleasantly entertained 'their wives and lady friends. Tow mo tion pictures entitled ‘‘Rocky Moun tains”, and ‘‘Don’t Tell the Wife” were much enjoyed under the direc tion of Howard Hyde. Rev. William Weir gave a special address, loyed by a social hour when freshments were served. Wohelo Class Meets The Wohelo Class met in schoolroom of the United Church on Friday evening for their April meet in with Miss Gladys Luker presiding, The program commenced by singing "Showers1 of Blessing,” followed by the Lord’s prayer in unison, the minutes, roll call, and offering. The Scripture reading, Psalm 1, was read by Miss Annie Funk. After singing "Wjhen i Survey the Wonderous Cross,’* the business was taken up, followed by a piano solo by Miss G. Luker. Miss Ellis favored with read ings and Audrey Walsh ^sang solos accompanied by her mother at the piano. The topic on “David” was Very ably taken by Edison Forest. Miss Edna Walsh favored with a piano solo. The meeting closed by singing ".Blest Be The Tie That Binds’* and the 'benediction. Mrs. M. Hedden was in charge of tho pro gram and Miss Evelyn Corbett was in charge of ,the refreshments, W.M.S. Easter Thankofferihg The Easter Thankoffering of the W.M.S. of iCarmel church was held on Thursday in the schoolroom of the church with Mrs* iR, Y. MacLar en presiding. The meeting opened by singing "In The -Gross of Chi’ist I Glory**, after which Mrs. Weir led in prayer. The ScrWtUrO reading Mark, 16, Was read by Miss Minnie Reid. The roll cali was answered With "ifope” as the text word. There Were 31 calls reported on sick and shut-ins. Mrs. Roy MacLaren read Tht the and Mr. and Jones, fof the dwell- will be held in the Commencing Tues- 8 p.m. the services the United Church project undertaken by Women’s Institute in with the War Services A house-to-house can fol- re- the poems in keeping with the Easter meeting and Mrs. J. W. Bonthron sang a solo entitled, “Out of the Ivory Palaces,” accompanied by Mrs. W. A, MacLaren at the piano. Mrs. Jean Manson led in prayer and hymn "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross”, was sung. The topic, “The Life Triumphant”, was very ably taken by Mrs. R. Y. MacLaren and was most interesting. The program concluded by singing "Christ Lord Is Risen Today”, and Lord’s prayer, in unison. Presentation to Sailor •Over 100 neighbors, relatives friends assembled Monday evening at the home o’f Mr. and Mrs. Fred Adams, Egmondvelle, to honor their son Cecil, in service with the Royal Canadian Navy, and who at present it home on furlough, having to re turn to his duties very shortly. Dur ing the evening the guest of honoi' was presented with a beautiful Bu tova wrist watch and an accompany ing address. iCecil, although taken by surprise .expressed his thanks quite fittingly. Guests were present from Dashwood, Zurich and other places including Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Kipfer and daughter, Erma, Gladys Luker, of Hensall. Mission Circle Meets The Mission Circle of the United Church was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Passmore on Monday evening when Mrs. Lome Elder was hostess and Mrs. Jack Corbett co hostess. Miss-j. Margaret Shepherd presided fdRbWfg^tlie’thehie sbng,' the hymn, "There Is Work To Do For Jesus, after which Mrs. IMary Buchanan led in prayer. The Scrip ture lesson, Isaiah, chapter 35, was read by Mrs. Howard Hyde. The de votional on "State Medicine” was taken by Mrs. Kennedy. Miss Ellis took the topic 'on “Economic Secur ity” which was very interesting. Sel ections pertaining to the topic were read by Mrs. P. McNaughton, Mrs. Elder, Miss Annie Funk, 'Miss Gladys McKenzie, Miss .Edna Saundercock, Mrs. R. Drysdale and Mrs. Hedden. The roll call was answered with "A Much Needed Change In Living Con ditions.” Refreshments were served by Mrs. Elder, Mrs. Carbett, Miss Annie Funk and (Mrs. R. Drysdale. . Hensall Public Library The following Huron County Lib rary Association books will be in circulation in Hensall Public Lib rary for three months: • Fiction Signed With Their Hanover .... ................Aldridge Marlon Alive ....................... Baum The Kimball Collection .... Corbett Envious Casca ................... Heyer Silver Slippers ................... Bailey Night of Flame ................... Carter The Gulls Fly Inland .......Thompson Village in August ....... T‘cuu Chun Tarpaper Palace ........... Larrimore All That Glitters ................... Keyes The Fatal Five Minutes .... Walling Six-Gun Justice ................. Marsh The Crying Sisters ............. Seeley The Lone Star Ranger ....... Grey To Have And to Hold .... Johnstone Walls of Gold ......... Norris Buckskin ............................. Hinkle Jane Eyre ...................... Bronte Westward the Sun ...... Knight Thunder Mountain ................ Grey The Red Lamp ............... Rinehart Non-Fiction Miracle Hunters ............. DeKruil Shake Hands With The Dragon .... .....................Glick Dawn Watch in China ....... Homer Europe in Revolt ...... Kraus Inside Latin America ........ Gunther Bushmaster ......»........... Smith The Book of Musical Knowledge .. ........ Elson Ludwig ....... Vale FORMER STEPHEN TWP. RESIDENT DIES SUDDENLY B. Ross McKenzie, of Windsor, a native of Stephen Monday, April 12, bound train .at the Station. He was 52 the past 34 years Mr. McKenzie was prominently identified wjth busi ness, fraternal and political circles in the Windsor district He was preparing to occupy his berth for |the trip to Windsor, when he died suddenly of a heart attack. He had been in Toronto on a business trip and had visited with his son, L.A.C, James W. McKenzie, a radio tech nician in the R.C.A..F. Mr. Kenzie was born at Shipka in phen 1890, Mary 17 he and took a six months’ course at the Canada Business College at Chat ham. Starting as an office boy with the Ford Motor Company at Wind sor, he worked his way up the lad der to the post of general purchas ing agent in the course of 12 years, In 19 21 he represented the Fire stone Tire and their agent in which field he ful. In 1929 McKenzie Finance Ltd., and .became a director in the Empire Life In surance Co., of Toronto, eral other large concerns, age of 24 he was elected of Windsor, the youngest to hold that position. office in a number of fraternal or ganizations. He is survived by his widow, formerly Margaret Mar shall, of Walkerville; his son, in Toronto, and one daughter, Mrs. George C. Gray, of Windsor; a sis ter, manager of the Champion Spark Plug Co.; a brother, John W. Mc Kenzie, and His mother, Mrs. Mary McKenzie, also residing in Windsor. Township, (died on a Windsor- Toronto Union years old. E'er Township on September son of Peter McKenzie McLachlan. 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