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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1943-05-20, Page 4Announcements BIRTHS RE ST-EMS YER—Qn Monday, May May 17, to Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Restemeyer, ' o f Dashwood, a daughter, Birth* Death and (HlaTTfaS®' ■Notlevf* are inserted free pt charge. £ard of Thanku 30c. In Meiuoriam Notices 5Qc for single yers.p, extra for each addl- tional verse. I3ng3U?en» enta 50c Lakeview Casino GRAND BEND OPENING Saturday, May 22 BOB WYBROW and his Orchestra 50c admission DANCING EVERY SATURDAY (Sorry—No Dancing May 24th) CENTRALIA Miss Beatrice Essery, of London, her par- R.N., of with her Exeter, was a Mrs. Thomas of Windsor, week with his spent the week-end with ents. Miss Lorraine Glavin, Galt, spent the week-end parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Glav­ in. Miss Iva Willis, of week-end guest with Willis. Mt. Harold Flynn, spent a few days this mother, Mrs. George Flynn. Mr. Pollock and grandaughter, Iris Pollock, of Ripley, spent the week-end with Mr, and Mrs. Lome Hicks. Anniversary service will be held in the church here on Sunday, May 23,’with Rev. A. J. Waterman, of Avon, as guest speaker for both services. There will be special music by the choir under the leadership of Mrs. G. F. Penwarden. Services at 10.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Don’t forget choir practice in the church on Thursday night of this week. The May meeting of the Home and School Club will be held in the school on Friday evening of this • week with Mr. F. Wickwire as guest speaker. His subject will be “The Present Day Situation”. Every­ one is welcome to attend this meet­ ing. Mrs. ‘George Flynn is nursing Mrs. M. Elford in Exeter. In last week’s paper the names of Misses Eva Merriam and Marjorie Flynn were omitted from the list of those taking part in the Mother’s Day service. Eva told the story, “A Happy Family’, and Marjorie gave a Mother’s Day reading. Goes to Rodney Rev. R. E. Southcott, of has received and accepted tation from the Rodney church to become their minister be­ ginning with the conference year in July. ■Soinbra, an invi- United DASHWOOD Mr, and Mrs. E, Bartcliffe of Clin­ ton, were Sunday visitors with friends here. Mrs. T. 'Hopcroft left on Tuesday for Clifford, where she will spend a week with her father, Mrs. R. Baker has returned home after spending the past two weeks with her daughter, in Lucan, Mrs. Streets, of London, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D, Tiernan, A.G.2 Theo. Luft, of Manning De­ pot, spent a few days with his par­ ents, Rev. and Mrs, Luft, Miss Marcia Pate, of Centralia air­ port, spent the week-end with Miss Maida Wein. Red Cross Meeting The May meeting of the Red Cross was held in Dashwood public school on Monday evening with the usual turnout of the group interested in Red Cross -work. A. Tieman, pre­ sident, presided over an interesting program. This opened with the singing of “O Canada”, followed by the repeating of the Red Cross prayer, and the singing of “The Prayer for ’Servicemen,” Mrs, M. Tieman, accompanist for the eve- ining, led in a short sing-song. The following musical numbers were much appreciated: a piano solo by Violet Rader; duet, “United States Marines” and “Spanish Cavalier”, by Bernice and Herbert Luft; a solo, “Coming Home on a Wing and a Prayer”, by Russell Hopcroft; and a solo, “Collectors”, by Shinley Smith. Amusing readings were given by Marie Luft and Marie Spicer from Room 1. A keenly contested quiz contest between Rooms II and III was the major item on the program. Room III was re­ presented by Bernice Luft, William Musser, Jerrold Spicer, Harold Luft, Russell Hopcroft, Ray ‘Snell and Room II by Margaret Beqker, Betty ' Desjardinei Betty Spicer. ^Shirley ! Smith, Billy Becker and Raymond ' Wein. After the fifth and final ! round, Room II was announced ' winner of the group prize, with a score of 89 against 84. Prizes for high scores went to Russell Hop- • croft, Room III and to Raymond Wein, Room II, with Ray Snell, Room III, the runner-up. During the business, the president announc­ ed that .these programs would be curtailed during the summer months. The amount invested by the school since ‘September in war stamps was stated^ as being $268.43. The Na­ tional''Anthem concluded the meet­ ing. The Red follows: . 1 turtle-neck ‘turtle-neck overs, 2 men’s shirts, ers. Donations: 15 Cross shipment was as pair 18-inch socks, sweaters, tuck-ins, THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE, THURSDAY MORNING, MAY 20th, 1943 A.V.M. Leekie DEATHS COLLINS—At the residence of her daughter, 121 Charles street, Waterloo, on Sunday, May 16, 1943, Jessie Bonthron, widow of Richard Henry .Collins, formerly of lExeter, in her 79 th year. DIGNAN—In Lucan on Wednesday, May 12, 1943, William H. Dig- nan, beloved husband of Jennie Hodgins, in his 68th year, ELLIOT—At Yorkton, Sask,, on Friday, May 14, 1943, Herbert Elliot, formerly of Exeter, in 83 rd year. MARK— At Parkhill, on (May 1943, John Cornelius Mark, in 82nd year. his 17, his McLINCHEY—In McGillivray Twp., Monday, May 17, 194 3, Mary Eli­ zabeth Hickey, beloved wife of the late Ronert McLinchey, in her 81st year. MOLLARD—At his late residence, lot i2, concession 22, Stephen Twp., on W’ednesday, (May 12, 1943, Or­ ville Mollard, in his 28th year QUIGLEY—-In London, on Saturday, May 15, 1943, at the residence of his nephew, Fred C. Quigley, Frank Quigley, in his 79 th year. •Interment was in St. James Ceme­ tery, Clandeboye. IN MEMORIAM MORENZ—In loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Morenz, who passed away three years ago, Fa­ ther on May 3, 1940 and Mother on May 24, 1940. Gone but not forgotten. —‘Sadly missed by Mrs. Edith Mason and daughter Dorothy. HODGERT—‘In loving memory of William Hodgert, who passed away three years ago, May 1940. Memories are treasures no one steal, is a heartache no one heal; in our hearts a memory is kept husband and father we will never forget. —Sadly missed ‘by his wife and ■family. Death <Deep Of a can can f Since the fall of France, at least 1,5 00 convoys have been escorted by the Royal Navy through the Straits of Dover. 2 1 aero cap, 3 3 girls’ pull- 4 ladies’ knick­ quilts, 2 crib quilts, 3 children’s dresses, 2 pairs children’s pyjamas, 1 child’s night­ gown. SANDERS—In loving memory of Harriett Jane, beloved wife of Sydney Sanders, who passed away one yeai\ago May 19, 19 42. Peacefully sleeping, resting at last, The world’s weary troubles and trials are past, In silence she suffered, in patience she bore, Till God called her. home, to suffer no more. Ever remembered by her husband family and grandchildren. ■ ssa BEEF IS AGAIN OBTAINABLE Place your orders for quarters with confidence and we will our best to fill them. do PLAY PRESENTED BY HENSALL CAST FISH! FISH! We carry a complete line of for meatless days. fish “There’s a Man in the House” is the title of a mystery comedy pre­ sented in the Caven Presbyterian Church on Tuesday evening by the young people of Carmel Presbyterian Church, Hensall, under the aupsices of the Caven Y.P.S. A large crowd greeted the players and the play was roundly applauded. Between acts Marguerite Hogarth favored' with two solos, and Mrs. K. Brown played several selections xylophone, and Annie humorous White, on FLYNN—In loving memory of Mr. George Flynn, who passed away one year’ ago, May 26, 1942. The dearest Dad the world could hold, A cheery smile, a heart of gold. To those who knew him, all will know How much we lost one year ago. —Sadly missed by his wife family, Cecil, Plarold Marjorie. ENGAGEMENTS ’ Jumbo Ice Cream, 20c per brick Exeter Frozen Food Lockers on her Hogarth with two Harold Marguerite Mason favored Scotch duets. behalf of the Y.P.S., thanked the Hensall cast for com­ ing and moved a hearty vote of thanks on behalf of the audience. Refreshments were served to the players. ■—"I for your NEW OR USED CAMERAS WE PAY YOU CASH Being unable to procure sufficient numbers of cameras from regular suppliers Arid manufacturers to meet tbe demand in our Photography Department, we are paying cash for new or used cameras of any make or model. Write description of your camera to:— CAMM’S STORES FORT ERIE, Ont Classified Directory — THERE’S NO DEAD HEADS HERE—EVERY WANT AD WORKS HARD News From . . . . NUMBER 9 S.F.T.S. (Continued from page 1) March-Past, while took the salute. Refreshments were served letter in the Recreation Hall to the gradu­ ates and their relatives and friends, * < * * ■Our Bagpipe Band, presently con­ sisting of eight pipers and four drummers, and all dressed in their new and specially designed kiltie uniform, has just returned from a trip to Ottawa where they carried out a number of street parades in connection with the Victory Loan campaign, also made theatrical ap­ pearances. Reports indicate that they created a considerable sensa­ tion and were most enthusiastically received wherever and whenever they appeared. It was the first op­ portunity Ottawa and Air Force H.Q, had to see the new and be­ coming-famous Pipe Band of No. 9 S.F.T.S. in the new kiltie uniform in Aii’ Force tartan. It is understood arrangements1 are being made for the band to make a tour of the Maritime Provinces lasting for three weeks, and later a tour of Western Canada. On the return journey from Ot­ tawa last Saturday a street parade was carried out in London. It is understood that the strength of the band is to be increased total of 18 members in the very future. * * * * $ to a near Uni- the ‘beautiful, thus adding a charm of living un- any other country in In the discussion which Professor Anderson from the versity of Toronto addressed Thursday Night Town Hall at the Hostess House. Professor Ander­ son has spent a considerable num­ ber of years in France and chose for his subject the political history of France, showing in his account the political factors which have made possible the accession to power of Petain. He referred to France as one of the greatest cultural nations in Europe and paid tribute to her peculiar genius for producing what is fine and to her lifp equalled in the world. followed many interesting facts were gleaned iconcerning French attri­ butes and characteristics. In con­ clusion Professor Anderson made it clear that France could only be re­ built with the help of the United Nations, and that it would be many years .‘before the fabric of her life, so cruelly cut to pieces by ‘German occupation, would again assume the permanency and strength which is inherently French. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Racey. 'I' Last week we told you of a bas­ ketball game scheduled to take place between our Station team and the University Air Training Corps. For a time it appeared that the Univer­ sity team might he the‘victors. Our Station team rallied their resources and were declared winners, scoring two points ahead. It was a fast and well-matched game, thoroughly enjoyed by participants and audience alike. and and* Stan- to an­ their to Judge and Mrs. J. G. S. bury, of St. Catharines, wish nounce the engagement of daughter, Mildred Elaine, R.N. Ernest Walter Spencer, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Spencer, of Martin­ dale Road, St. Catharines, the wed­ ding to take place at Knox Pres­ byterian Church on Saturday, May 22nd, 1943. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Corbett, of Hay, announce the engagement of their youngest daughter, Evelyn Marjorie, to Edward Herbert Schrad­ er, only son of Mrs. Schrader and the late Mr. Soloman Schrader, of Hen­ sall. The marriage to take early in June. Wanted—A Caretaker ❖* * * expect in the near future good many bilingual per- Cpl. Dumais place The Exeter bowlers are exper* iencing difficulty in securing a caretaker for the bowling green for the summer.. The greens are in splendid condition. A drive for membership during the early part of the season lias resulted in a num­ ber of new members for the club. With gasoline rationing there will be iess travelling during the summer and it is expected the greens will be more popular than they have been for some time. Classified Ads—l^c Per Word Each Insertion. Minimum Charge Per Insertion; 10c Extra when re­ plies are delivered to the Times-Advocate office. A charge of 10c is made if not paid within ten days. FOR SALE LOST AND FOUND NOTICES FOR SALE—York sow. Apply Jos, ■Amos, R,R, 2, Ailsa Craig, phone 619-32. 20c LOST—On Main St. Exeter, Sunday evening, a pair of ladies’ kid gloves, black with some white. Please leave at Times-Advocate. FOR SALE—Yorkshire hogs, fit for service, and a few bred sows. Gar­ net Miners. Phone Kirkton 32r9, 13:20* FOR SALE—1930 Sedan, Buick, in perfect condition mechanically, Five tires nearly new. Apply to Rey. R. J. Merriam, Centralia. 13:20* LOST’—A pair of ladies’ fawn color, pigtex leather, eter on Saturday night, leave at Times-Advocate REAL ESTATE FOR SALE—Registered bull, 16 months old. ■hale, phone Crediton Shorthorn A. J. Pen- 17r34. 13;20c FOR SALE—Second-hand Happy Thought range for coal or wood. In good condition. Apply at Times- Advocate. 20:27* FOR SALE—Empire steel range. Coal and wood grates, reservoir. Condition excellent, price reason­ able. Apply Exeter Times-Advo­ cate, FOR SALE—100 used corrugated iron roofing sheets eight feet long. Two counter top glass show cases three by six feet. Small glass top kitchen cupboard. Colony house 9x12 ft. R. E. Balkwill.- 20* FOR SALE—200 hybrid pullets, March 1st hatch, good healthy •birds. Will sell in any quantity. Apply Ralph Batten, Winchelsea. 13c FOR RENT FOR RENT—Comfortable cottage at Grand Bend. Running water, hydro. Apply at Times-Advocate. Tell if well and it will sell. For Exeter and district the telling is best done through the Times-AdvO' cate. STEPHEN YOUNG MAN INTERRED AT GRAND BEND The funeral of the late Orville Mollard, of lot 2, concession 22, Stephen Twp. was held Friday afternoon from the T. Harry Hoff­ man Funeral Home at Dashwood with interment in the Grand Bend cemetery. Mr. Mollard, who was in his 28th year, died at his home on Wednesday, May 12. He is survived by his bereaved widow whose maid­ en name was Sanforetta Smith, and one son Willis Orville, also his mother Mrs. -Mary Mollard, he be­ ing the youngest son. Three broth­ ers also survive, Addison, of Lon­ don; Leslie, of Kerwood and Ray at home. We can to have a sonnel on the Station, has undertaken to hold classes in conversational IFrench. These class­ es are for those who have had some previous experience with the lan­ guage and are designed to facili­ tate the use of la belle langue. Apart from the excellent cultural value of these classes, it is an excellent way in which to acquire an appreciation and insight into the lives and inter­ ests of our fellow Canadians.« * « Movies for the week included ‘ the Beat”, starring George Formby; “Something to Sing About”, starr­ ing James Cagney and “Across the Pacific”, with Humphrey Bogart. & » # We welcome to our Station Fit. Lt. R. Moynan, who is to be our Protestant Padre. He comes to us from No. 2 S.F.T.S., Uplands, and replaces Fit. Lt. Salisbury, who has left for overseas duty. We know he will be warmly received by all personnel here and feel confident that-his stay here will be enjoyable and profitable. Until next week, Harris Weber, Y.M.C.A. On Farm 'Labor Principal H. Sturgis of the Exe­ ter High School announces that fifty pupils have left the various forms for farm labor. Following an intensive course the pupils wrote their examinations at, Easter and in most cases have been granted their standing few have to write to obtain to the fifty from the high school, Harry Ellis and William Waghorn, of the public school, have passed their entrance. The granting of cer­ tificates is conditional upon satisfactory completion of 13 of farm labor, Most of the will be working on their farms. in all their subjects. A a maximum of two papers at the June examinations full standing. In addition gloves, in Ex­ Please office. 20c RESIDENCE (FOR SALE—Well lo­ cated in Exeter. All conveniences. Nice lot, garage and chicken house. Low price for quick sale, C. V. Pickard. TOWNSHIP OF USBORNE RE GARBAGE The dumping of garbage on the roadsides of Usborne Township is Strictly forbidden by by-law. cently someone has dumped bage on the second concession of Exeter. This Is to warn continuance of this practice lead to prosecution of parties ating this nuisance, The Council hereby requests all to assist in keep­ ing the roadsides neat and free from garbage dumps, Usborne, May 12, 1943. 2tc A. W. MORGAN, Clerk WANTED FOR SALE—Some very good hous­ es in Exeter and other villages, and farms, mills and stores. W. C, Pearce. Lc FOR SALE OR RENT—200 acre farm of H. G, Glanville, 1£ miles south,“ Immediate possession. Would consider renting east and west of railway separately. W. C. Pearce, Exeter. MISCELLANEOUS CUSTOM PLOWING—Leon Trieb- ner, R.R. 1, Exeter, phone 3 6rl6, Dashwood. 20:27:3:10* R’OCKW'OOL INSULATION—Blown into walls and ceilings of your home, saves fuel with more com­ fort. Fireproof, permanent. Our equipment will be in Exeter and district for two ing June 30th. insulated now pointment next Work done in For free estimate write or phone Exeter Times-Advocate. 20:27:3:10’* weeks commenc- Have your home and save disap­ fall and winter, town or country. CREDITON EAST I Mr. and Mrs. John Glanville and two sons and Mrs. Fred Glanville and daughter, all of Seaforth, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Glanville. Mr. and Mrs,__Gordon Merner and three children, of London, visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Motz. Mrs. John Baird, of Grand Bend, spent Sunday with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Sims. Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Sims and ily, of London, spent Sunday the former’s mother, Mrs. Sims and other relatives. fam- with Job How Does Your Label Read? Re- gar* east that will cre- WANTED— Girl or woman for gene­ ral housework. Wages $20.00 per. month. Sleep out. Phone Exeter 253. 20* HOUSE WANTED—I have ‘buyers for houses in the Village of Exe­ ter. ing talk ard. If you are considering sell- your property, come in and the matter over. C. V. Pick- TEACHER WANTED — Protestant teacher for S.S. No. 3, Usborne. •State salary and qualifications. Leonard Harris, secretary, R.R. 1, Kirkton. Phone Kirkton 33rl8. 20:27c TEACHER WANTED — Protestant teacher for September, 19 43, .S.S. No. 11, Hay Township, on Blue Water Highway, 5 miles north of Grand Bend. Salary, $1,000. Apply, stating age and experience to Garnet Patterson, Secretary, R.R. 1, Dashwood, Ontario. 20:27 CASH FOR FOX HORSES—Dead animals removed. Two-hour ser­ vice day or night. Phone Credi­ ton 47rl5, collect. Jack Wil­ liams. Janice: “He said you were what?” Ruth: “Laconic.” Janice: “What does that mean?” Ruth: “I don’t know. But I gave him one on the nose to be on the safe side.” “Waiter, do you cal] this meat pie?” “Yes, sir.” “Well hardly enough meat in it.” “It Sir; it’s it,” isn’t supposed just supposed , there’s it to flavor to flavor it, to christen do you like your new boss, “■Oh, he ain’t so bad, he’s kinda "bigoted.” ’ymean bigoted?” “Well, “How Mayme?” Lil, only “Whadda he thinks words can only be spell­ ed one way.” Army Receives Second C.P.R. Hospital Car travelling hospital by the Canadian tile weeks pupils home second built . „ Pacific Railway to specifications of the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps, this auxiliary hos­ pital car was turned over by George Stephen, vice-president of traffic, on March 31 at the Windsor Station in Montreal to Col. G. A. Winfield, of Ottawa, deputy director general Of medical services (A).Converted from a compartment­ observation sleeper, the “Mount Kitchener”, the new hospital on wheels was remodelled at Angus Shops in Montreal under the direction of H. R. Naylor, works manager, to specifications drawn by II. B. Bowen, chief of motive power and rolling stock. .This picture gives an excellent view of the 14 extremely comfort­ able double-deck stool beds which will, accommodate 28 casualties. In addition the,* car has toilet and wash rooms, a receiving vestibule with doors wide enough to receive stretchers, k Completely equipped dispensary, gas and electric rings and ample locker space for medical supplies. In the inset are shown the Canadian Pacific and Army offi­ cials who took part in the actual delivery of the car to the medical services, with those shown in the spacious ward being, left to righF: ri Mr- Stephen, Lt.- Col. G. S. Kinney, of Ottawa, assistant Quartermaster general (movement control); and Col. R. H. McGibbon, of Montreal, district medical officer.