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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1944-04-13, Page 5THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, APRIL 13, 1H4 HENSALL Pte. Harvey McLarnon, of don, with Mrs. McLarnon and Ry. Misses Kathleen Jones, of Toron­ to, and Mildred, of Clinton with their parents,, Mr. and Mrs, Norman Jones, Miss Barbara Shepherd of Clinton, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Shepherd. Mr. Wm. Cook, of London, visited recently with bis mother, Mrs. Gatti* arine Devlin. Mr, Ray pattersoil, of Toronto, with his parents, Mr, and Mrs. R, J* Patterson, Misses Margaret Sangster Alice Pfaff, of Exeter, at pective homes here. Mr, Clifford Weido, of arines, with his parents, Mrs. Wilfred Weido. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Gould, of ronto with the latter’s parents, and Mrs. Geo. Walker. Miss Helen McNaughton, of ronto, with her parents, Mr. Mrs. Lome McNaughton. 'Mr. and Mrs. Clyne Flynn, of London, with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Parkins. Miss Norina Cook, of Western university, London, with her par­ ents,* Mr. and Mrs. N. E. Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Hayter, Don and Karen Joan, of Mrs. Hayter’s parents, R. D. Bell. Mrs. Harry Abray of London, with the ents, Lon- fam- i and their res- St, Cath- Mr,and To- Mr, To- and London, with Mr. and Mrs. Called Gethsemane/* and "He js Risen.” Ttie flowers were very beautiful including a bouquet pre­ sented by ttie Campbell family in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Thomson Murdoch. Word has been received here by Mrs. Fred Smallecombe of the death of Mrs. Annie Rooke who passed away at her home in Honolulu. The deceased was formerly Annie Beck, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Beqic, Hensall.. She was born to Hensall and received her education in the. schools here, Sur­ viving are three sisters, Mrs, W, Kemp, London; Mrs, Bosworth, Windsor, and Mrs. Mottay in the West. The body was cremated and the ashes will be brought to Hensall for burial In ttie family Plot. The Late Andrew Buchanan Mr, Andrew 'Buchanan, a well- known resident of Hensall, and vicinity died on Thursday in Vic­ toria Hospital, London, in his 84tli year. A native of Usborne Township the deceased farmed southeast of Hensall until moving1 here a number of years ago. Surviving are his widow, formerly Elizabeth Carlisle, two sons, Alfred, of McKillop, Wil­ lard, of Hensall; two daughters, Jennie and Margaret, A son Orville, was killed in World War I and a son Robert died several years ago, Funeral service was held from the late residence on Saturday conduct­ ed by United Union RED CROSS Euchre & Dance will be held to Gossman’s Hall, Dashwood on EuChre shirts at 9 pan. sharp Admission 35c and children, former’s par- Mr, and Mrs. Colin Hudson. Mr, and Mrs, Lome Elder, of Hamilton, with their parents, Mr. and Mrs, John Elder and Mr, and Mrs. John Passmore. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shepherd, of Toronto, at their parent’s homes here with 'Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Smillie and Mr. and Mrs. John Shepherd. Miss Florence Schwalm, of E.F.T.S., Sky Harbor, Miss Schwalm and friend of London, MacFarlane, of St. Thomas, Schwalm, of Hamilton, Pte. Schwalm,1 Hamilton, and Mr. Mrs. Gordon Schwalm, of Hamilton, • with their mother, Mrs. Peter Schwalm. , Miss Norma Sangster visited dur­ ing the,, holidays with Miss Marion MacLaren in Goderich. Mrs. Jack Verbeem and family, of Sarnia, are holidaying with her sister, Mrs. Chas. Forrest. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Corbett and family moved to the dwelling on the farm of Mr. Fred Corbett last week. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hudson, of St. Marys, visited recently with the former’s father, Mr. Thos. Hudson. Mrs. Howe, Billie and Betty, of Toronto, spent Easter with Mrs. Howe’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Elder. Mr. and Mrs. John Hazelwood, of Brucefield, have moved into the dwelling they recently purchased Jfrpjn Mr. and 'Mrs. Jas. Simpson. Ttie W.M.S. of Carmel Presby­ terian church, are holding their Eas­ ter thank-offering in the schoolroom of the church on Thursday, April 13th, at 3 p.m. Mr. Jack Reid, a former resident of Hensall has rented the MoColl- Frontenac gas station at the cor­ ner of Main Street on the Highway and took possession this week. Rev. J. Tayor motored toToronto this week and visited relatives there, Mrs. Tayoi’ and Audrey who have spent the past month there will ac­ company Mr. Taylor home. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hanson and family, of Stratford, with Mr. and Mrs. Robt. McKenzie and Mrs. Schwalm. Mrs. Hanson and children are remaining here for the Easter holidays. Rev. McConnell, of Lucknow, will occupy the. pulpit in Carmel Pres­ byterian church on Sunday, April 16th at 11 a.m. when Rev. Taylor will conduct service in Caven Pres­ byterian church, Exeter. Local and rural citizens are re­ minded to have their waste paper collection ready for pick up on Wed­ nesday afternoon, April 19 th, when a representative of the Red Cross will call. Rural citizens may leave their collection in town previously. Sgt. Ed. Norminton left last week for Halifax from where he will be stationed somewhere in Canada for the duration. Sgt. Norminton return­ ed from three years service in Eng- been Mrs. the Mae Mrs, Lee Carl and Rev. R. A. Brook, of the Church. Interment in Hensall Cemetery. Schwalm—Scrahuick A pretty Easter wedding' was solemnized at the Lutheran parson­ age, London, on Thursday, April 6, when Rev. Killinger united in mar­ riage Rachel Scrahuick, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Scrahuick, Regina, Sask., and Gordon Henry Schwalm, son of Mrs. Schwalm and the late The blue roses J. A. sister Peter Schwalm, of Hensail, bride looked charming in a tailored suit with corsage of and matching accessories. Mrs. MacFarlane, of St. Thomas, of the groom, was bridesmaid wear­ ing a rose dress, beige coat and matching accessories with a corsage of roses. The groom was attended by his brother, Mr. Lee Hedden, of Hamilton. Following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at 'the home of the groom’s sister, Miss■ ' ' - - - The gold gold Mae Schwalm, in London, groom’s gift to the bride was a locket, to the bridesmaid a broach set with pearls and to the groomsman a tie and handkerchief set. They will reside in Hensall. Arnold Circle The April meeting of the Arnold Circle was held at the home of Mrs. Melvin Moir on Monday evening with Mrs. Moir presiding, The meeting opened with the call to worship fol­ lowed by singing “The King of Love My Shepherd Is,” and prayer by Miss Violet Hyde. The Scripture, Ephesians 13, 14-21, was read by Mrs. George Moir after which Mrs. Melvin Moii’ led in prayer. Mrs. Norman Stanlake gave an interest­ ing paper on “Latin America Goes .to School.” Hymn, “Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross,” was sung followed by the roll call and business. The topic on British Guiana was very ably taken by Miss Jean McQueen. The meeting closed “When Cross,” unison, by THAMES ROAD Mr. and Mrs. Milton McCurdy and family spent Easter Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, M. Hodgert in London, Mrs. Oke spent the week-end with her daughter, Mrs. A, Cottle. Mrs, Hodgert, of Exeter, spent the week-end with her daughter, Mrs, Roy Coward, Misses Elizabeth and Jpan Staples, of Toronto, are holidaying with Mr. and Mrs. A. Gardiner, and Mr. and Mrs. P, Passmore. Mr. Mackey and Bert Gardiner spent the week-end with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs, A, G-ardiner. Mr. and Mrs, Hawkins of Seaforth, and two children spent the week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stewart. Mrs. Wm. Green, of Exeter, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Passmore. Miss Nola Perkins spent the week­ end with Miss Lois Ford. Several from this community at­ tended the Spring Fair at Hensall on Saturday. Mr. Roy Ferguson spent a few days with his uncle, Mr. Joe. Fergu­ son at Chiselhurst. AC2. Edwin Miller, of Toronto, spent week-end leave at his home. LAC. Bob McCurdy spent week­ end leave with his parents. Bob is now stationed at Pendleton, No. 10 E.F.T.S. Miss Ann* Morgan is holidaying at home. Miss Margaret Allison, don, spent the parents. The Y.P.U. meeting in the Good Friday evening with a good attendance. This Friday’s will be at the home of Mr. Alex Duncan. Sunday visitors with Mr. C. Miller were Mr. and Mrs. J. Mil­ ler and son, of Woodham; Mr. and Mrs. E. Miller and two children, of Zion, Miss Ella Robinson and Mr, Leslie Robinson. Mr. and Mrs. R. Kellar and child­ ren, of Exeter, visited with Mr. and Mrs. H. Rohde over the week-end. We are pleased to report that Mrs. Thos. Allen home from Sunday. Clifford holidaying Mr. and Mrs. H. Hohde. Church services were well attend­ ed Eastei' Sunday. The choir render­ ed special music. Services this Sun­ day at the usual hour. Sunday School 10.15 a.m. and church 11.15 a.m. of Lon- week-end with her held their weekly church basement on meeting and Mrs. and Mrs. and infant son returned St. Joseph’s Hospital on Hohde, of Mitchell, is with his grandparents, the by singing, I Survey the Wondrous and the Lord’s Prayer in Refreshments were served hostess. The Want Ads are your depart­ ment.—Use them. a • land and Africa and has spending his furlough with Norminton and family here. The Hensall Women’s Institute will hold their annual meeting at the home of Mrs. Wm. Smale on Wednesday, April 19th, with Mrs. E. L. Mickle co-hostess. Miss Margaret Tape, of Exeter High School will give-an address on home omics. Every member is urged present. A War Savings Stamp and tificate Drive at Hensall Continua­ tion School ended last week after a five weeks drive. Twenty pupils and the two teachers, Mr. Morley San­ ders, principal, and Miss Audrey Dinnin, participated. The sales of sides, eleven on each, amounted to $721.50 oil one and '$711.76 for the other, making a total of $1,433.26. Rev. J. Taylor conducted the Easter services in Carmel Presby­terian: church on sttiiday, delivering special, messages on the subjects, "The Living Christ," and "The Resurrection." A mixed quartette comprising Mrs. Malcolm Dougali, Mrs. N. Stanlake, Messrs. R. Y. Mac­ laren and James 'Bengdugh sang "There is a Green Hill Far Away". The cho|r rendered special Easter anthems. Rev. R. A. Brook conducted the Easter services in the tjuited Church and delivered inspiring discourses at both services. The communion service wag held in the morntog and Mr. Carrey Joynt sang a solo entitled, "Were You There?” The choir sang three anthems, ."The Dawn Of Redemption," and "A Place staff econ- to be Cer- DASHWOOD Miss Zeta Nadiger R.N., o£ How­ ell, Mich., returned on Tuesday after spending Easter holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Nadiger. AC1. Theodore Luft, who spent two weeks’ furlough with his par eats, Rev. and Mrs. Luft, has turned to Newfoundland. Mr. and Mrs. A. Bender, of ronto, with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. George Maier family, of Detroit, with here. Mr. E. R. Guenther has of his bean house on Main Mr. Reid, of Chatham. Mrs. Wright and two daughters, of London, are visiting with hei parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gentt- ner this week. Mr. and Mrs. Melton Walper, of Ingersoll, with relatives here. Tpr. Glen Walper, of St. John, is spending two weeks furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Walper Mr. and Mrs. Koessel and family, of Lansing, Mich., with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Russell I-Iopcroft Easter holidays in Toronto. Joan Smith, of relatives here. Mrs. Gibson, of Toronto, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Eveland. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Kellerman and Mona, who' spent the past week at their home here, have returned to Chatham. Mr. and Mrs, Thomas __ cently received a cable from their son, Howard overseas. Mr, and Mrs. Hubert and Brenda, of London, and Mrs. O. Restemeyer. Miss Jean Held, of London, at her home here. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoffman aiid Mr. and Mrs. Mervyn Tieman and Nancy were Sunday visitors with friends ill London,Mrs. J. Huffman recently received a cable from her husband overseas. A Red Cross euchre and dance Will be held on Monday evening, April 17th in Gossman’s Hall, the last of the season. Mr. and Mrs. P. Humble, of Sar­ nia, and Mr. and Mrs. Sutherland, of Windsor, were visitors Witli Mr and Mrs. R. 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WOODHAM Easter week-end visitors: The Misses Fem Rodd, Marjory Parkinson and Muriel Thacker, of London, at their respective kopjes. Mrs. Ralph Batten and Mrs. Chas. Law, of Fort Erie, at the* home pf Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Shier, Mr. and Mrs. Louth and sop, of Hamilton, at ttie home of Mr. apd Mrs. Whitefield Switzer, Mr. apd Mrs. Gordon Dykemap; Peter and Diane, of Galt, at Mr. apd Mrs. F. McNaughton’s. Miss Olive Thacker, of Byron, at the home of ’ sop. Mrs. Cole Toronto, at Mrs. Cecilp Camm. Mr, and Mrs. Jas. Squire with Mr. and Mrs. Laverne Stone, of Kirk­ ton. The Misses Gladys Shier and Viola Jaques, of Hespeler, at their respective homes. Mr, and Mrs. Albert Scott and Audrey, of Farquhar, with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Rundle. Miss Marjory Laing, of Granton, at her home here. Mrs. Clarence Gunning of Granton, with her sister, Mrs. Wm. Rodd. Miss June Sinclair, of Elimville, with her grandparents, Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Sinclair. Miss Alma Trawaith is spending the Easter holidays at her home at Holmesville. Mr. Wendell Camm, of London, is spending the Easter his father, Mr. John Mission Band A large crowd Easter concert 'in the basement of the Church last Friday evening, un­ der the auspices of the Mission Band, Rev. A. Laing was chairman and gave a short address. Easter chorus was given by the children of the Band. Those who favored with solos were Mrs. David Youngston of the 8th line; Helen Webber; Dorothy Thompson and Verle Wheeler, which were greatly enjoyed. Recitations were given by a number of the little folk and a monologue by Miss Joyce Knox, and several ladies belonging to the Red Cross unit of the Sth line Blanshard, put on a humorous dialogue, “Sewing for the Heathen.” Those taking part in this were as follows: Mrs. David Youngston; Miss Joyce Knox; Mrs. Norman Hodgins; Mrs. ’Oscar Brine; Mrs. Fred Thomp­ son; Mrs. Fred Mills; Mrs. William Rodd; Mrs. Fred Thacker and Miss Joy Sparling. Another chorus was given by the Mission Band and the National Anthem was sung and this brought this very splendid concert to a close. Proceeds amounted to $27.00. An Easter program was put on during the Sunday School hour in the church basement last Sunday. The Young People’s “When I Survey the Cross”. Ken Mills read story; Jean Copeland a Scripture lesson was taken by Rhoda Thompson and Laverne Rodd; vocal Mrs. Bible Than taken Sunday School lesson. her and the mother, Mrs. Patti- Dorothy Camm, of home of Mr. and holidays Camm. Concert attended with the class sang Wondrous the Easter poem. The a duett by Mrs. W. Switzer and Ira McCurdy, and the Y.P Class sang “Never Furthei the Cross.” A short time was in the class rooms for the MOUNT CARMEL Miss Francis Mahoney, of Lon­ don, spent Easter with her mother, Mrs. Jos. Mahoney. Mr. and Mrs.* Dennis Bedard, of Zurich, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Gus. Morrissey. Miss Margaret Ryan and girl friend, of London, spent the holiday with her parents here. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Morrissey and family spent the week-end in Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Sharpe, of London, spent Sunday with Mrs. M. Regan. Mr. Earl O’Brien, of London, is spending some time at his home here. Miss Madeleine Glavin is spend­ ing Easter holidays with Mr. and Mrs, Jos. Glavin. Rev. B. Sullivan spent Easter with his brother, Mr. .P. Sullivan. BRINSLEY Mrs. Aiken, who has been spend­ ing some time with her daughter Mrs. Wesley Morley, has returned to her home in Camlachie. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Neil, of Lieury, spent Tuesday evening last with their daughter, Mrs. Jack Trevethick. Miss Margaret Amos, who has been confined to Victoria Hospital, London, has returned home. Rev. Lawrence Turner conducted the service in Brinsley United church on Easter Sunday giving a very in­ spiring address, "Christ is Risen? “In you?”; also rendering a solo entitled “Open the Gates of the Temple" with the choir rendering two numbers “Seeking the Master" and "Easter Bells." Mrs. Beatrice Dixon visited friends in London last Tuesday. Miss Mary Lee called on Miss Kathleen Morley, and Mrs. Ralph Rowe on Thursday last. Mrs Emerson 'Glenn spent Tues­ day last in London with her niece, Mrs. Harvey (Bud) Gilbert. Miss Vera Wasnidge, of London, spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Newton Wasnidge and motored to Lambeth on Sunday evening to address the young people. Miss Gertrude " , “ “ Bend, is spending Easter week with her father, Mr. J. Miss Allen Of spending the Easter holiday at her homo In Goderich. Carl Trevethick, of London, is spending a few days witli his parents Mr. and Mrs. James Trevethick. Mrs. Arthur Hodgson, of London, is spending some time with Mr. and Mrs, Eldon Hodgson, Amos, of Grand L. Amos. S. S. Ho.5, is =e=== Page $■ CREDIJON On Sunday evening a large audi­ ence listened with pleasure to sacred Evangelical male chorus of voices, They were conducted Lawrence Wein and Mrs. F, w. Mor­ lock presided at the piano, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Robertson, of London, spent the week-end with the latter’s parents, Ml and Mrs* Edwin Beaver, Mrs* Charles Trietz, of Flint, Mich., is visiting a few days with friends,Miss Dorothy Amy, ” of London, Visited with her parents, Mr, and Mrs, Arthur Amy oyer the week­ end. Misses Marguerite and Agnes Lam­ port, of Detroit, were Easter visit­ ors at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Lamport, Mrs, Rodney Bowman spent the week-end to Woodstock with, her husband. “ The teachers of our public school, Mr, Carman Whitmore and Miss K. RuSsell are spending the Easter holidays at their respective homea, Dr. L, Q. Gaiser, of McMaster University3, Hamilton, visited wfth her father, Wm, H. Gaiser, over the holiday. Mrs, Joseph Woodall visited jn London, Windsor and Detroit last week and was accompanied to De­ troit by her daughter, Miss Laura Woodall, of London. Mrs. Flora Brown has returned to her home after spending the past few months with her children in Monroe, Mich,, and Evanston, Ill. Mr. Gordon Finkbeiner was op­ erated on for appendicitis at St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, on Sun­ day. We are pleased to report he is improving. Miss Lulu Morlock, of 'Windsor, the concert presented by the ‘ ‘ " 28 by by a hymn and prayer by Mrs. Ezra Faist. The final chapter of th.fi Study book "For AU of Life?* was given by Mrs. A. Amy, Mrs. A. Wein, Mrs. R. Gaiser, Mrs. J. Finkbeiner and Mrs. H. Beaver. Mrs. C. Haist then conducted a short business session during which plans were discussed for the 60th anniversary celebration of th® w*M-S*. The ladies quilted one quilt and pieced two quilt tops for the Red -Cross during the afternoon. Lunch was served by the committee in charge. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 26th, at s p,m. Easter services at the Zion Evan­ gelical church began with a sunrise service at 6.30 a,m. sponsored by the Senior League and followed by aji Easter breakfast in the social rooms of the church, A gratifying at­ tendance spoke well for the League. Fine audiences dignified both the morning and evening services. The evening service under the direction of the choir leader, accompanied by the organist ushered us into a new Lent and Easter through well ren­ dered choruses, duets and quartettes. A splendid Easter program was presented by the pupils of the Credi- ton United Church Sunday School on Easter Sunday morning. Credit goes to Mrs. Sam King, Convenor, and to the teachers of the various classes. ‘‘Christ The Lord Is Risen Today,” was sung and the opening exercises were conducted by Miss Chamber’s class. Call to worship by Melba King and passages of scrip­ ture were read by Dolores Pfaff, Stanley Hill and Betty Bender. Prayer by Rosalie Mack. After sing­ing hymn, “Christ Arose,” ‘*Thol Emmaus Rose,” a poem written by I the Rev. Duncan McTavish was read DANCE GOSSMAN’S HALL, DASHWOOD Wednesday, April 19 Bayfield Valley Mve Oi’chestra. Refreshment:; AdtofeRm EL1MVILLF Easter Sunday service was At­ tended by a large congregattop, The sermon and two numbers by the choir were appropriate for the occasion, Next Sunday the servee will again be at 10,15 with Sunday school following, Over $34.00 was realized from the euchre and crokinoie party at the school last Thursday night.. A quilt made by the senior girls of the school was drawn for and Jtoi Sinclair was the lucky winner. The proceeds of the party go to provide boxes for the boys in uniform. Pte. W. H. Dickey left for Cal­ gary last Friday morning after a two weeks’ leave here. Master Ronald Spry, of London, is spending the Easter holidays at the Williams’ home, Miss June Sinclair spent a coup­ le of days the end of last week with her grandparents Mr. and Mrs, Sinclair in Woodham. Mrs. John Brock and Miss Grace Brock, of Galt and Mr. Billy Brock of Crumlin, were week-end visitors “The'in the village. Miss Gerta Hunter, of London, Jand Miss Lulu Hunter visited at by Mrs. F. Down. An Easter dialogue their home during the holidays. by LaBelle Hill and Patty Chambers followed, then a duet by Mr. and is spending the Easter holidays with Mrs. Lawrence Swartz and a reading her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward I by Mrs. A. Baker, The worshipjserv- Morlock. Pte, Lome Voigt, of London, is spending his furlough with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hey and Miss Margaret Hey, also of London, spent Sunday with them. Mr. and Mrs. Ward Fritz and Bernice spent the week-end with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. K. Eilber. Mr. and Mrs. Hilliard Sparling and Clare, of Walkerton, spent Sun­ day with Mr. and Mrs. John F. Smith. The regular monthly meeting of the Ladies Aid and W.M.S. of the Evangelical church was held at the home of Mrs. C. Haist with nineteen members present. Mrs. A. Wein pre­ sided for the devotional period and the program. The emphasis for the month was Knowledge—Seek ye first the Kingdom—through Know­ ledge. Mrs. J. Morlock read the Scripture, Proverbs 8:1-17 followed Miss Florence Bell, R.N.. of Tor­ onto was home over the Easter week-end. Miss Jean Richardson, of St.• ice was taken by the “Always Faith­ ful” class.' Prayer by Betty Lou Marys, visited her cousin Miss Patsy Swartz, scripture readings by Edith’Johns during the holidays. Hill, Evelyn Hill and Ila Tilley. Hymn, “When I Survey The Wond­ rous Cross.” Poem by Velma Hill. The class sang “O Love That Will Not Let Me Go.” The closing num­ ber was a Pantomine, “The Old Rugged Cross,” given by Evaline' JVTanlr ggIa inlrfsn Ti-tr Tlidavi "RiiL I lock with Betty Mawhinney at the piano. L.A.C. Clayton Herdman, of Mon­ treal, Mr. and/Mrs. Wm. Bradshaw Mr. and of Inger- at Mr. J. and David, of Seaforth, Mrs. Hillson Whiteford, soil were Easter -visitors Herdmans. Miss Hazel Williams spent a day Mack, the solo taken by Helen Bui- gj. Thomas last week. —r-------------------------- Mid-Week Union Services Arrangements have been made for, the holding of union prayer services in Exeter during the months of Ap­ ril and May as follows: April 19—James St., Rev. Reu.per. April 2 6—Trivitt, Rev. Mair, May 3—Main St., Rev. Irwin, May 10—Caven, Rev. Hunt. May 17—James St., Rev. Woods. May 24—Trivitt, Rev. Irwin. Misses Etheleen and Eileen Johns of London, were home for a few days the end of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Johns at­ tended the funeral of the latter’s aunt, Mrs, Jotin Morley, in Exeter on Friday. Mr. Howard Pym spent the week­ end at his home here. Miss Nellie Sparling, was home over Easter Sunday. Mr. Laverne Kellett was taken to the hospital in London on Mon­ day for an X-ray and observation. of London, Thia is one in a series of messages explaining problems of electric supply to farm and hamlet consumers served direct by The Hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario. Why o Minimum Bill for Electric Service? In our previous message, we indicated the two parts of the cost of supplying electric power to the Rural User. Let us consider the part covering distribution cost, and its relation to the MINIMUM BILL. 0 Electricity cannot be bought at a store and taken home for use. It has to be delivered to your home or farm over distribution lines built of poles, wires, insulators, transformers, meters, etc. These lines must be ready to deliver electricity day in and day out, when you turn the switch. These pole lines, with related equipment, cost money to construct, and on this cost must be paid each year, interest and repayment of capital. In addition, ®these lines must be properly maintained, replaced when necessary, and kept in good operating condition, including costs of billing and collecting and superintendence. All of these distribution costs must be met each year, in addition to the actual cost of electricity at the substation. Let us see what this distribution cost amounts to: Cost to constrict 20,000 miles of distribution lines to serve 135,000 rural users...................................... $39,000,000.00 Yearly cost (1942) of operation, maintenance, interest, renewals, etc............... ................................. $ 2,991,400.00 Average cost per customer....................... 1^2*20 ^er year , ( 1.85 per month85 per month In hamlets where customers can be grouped and lines are shorter, this average cost per user is slightly less. In the case of farms where the users are spread along the line, the cost is somewhat greater. • Whether or not you use power in any month, the cost of this equip­ ment to serve you still carries on* If you use less electricity than is covered by the minimum cost (on standard farms, 56 kilowatt hours a month), then you have a MINIMUM BILL to meet this distribution cost* If your use of electricity is greater, your bill at the Uniform Rate covers both distribution cost, plus the cost of electricity at the station. The Minimum Bill for a 2-wire Hamlet user is $1.50 net per month; for a standard Farm, it is $2.02 net per month. • These explanations are given to help you understand the new rate. In our next message, we will discuss, for your benefit, “Installing Services under War Conditions”. In the meantime, if you heed further infor­ mation, please ask your Rural District Superintendent. THE HYDRO-ELECTRIC POWER COMMISSION OF ONTARIO Zn order to have a completeunderstanding of the new turai rates, W suggest yO'U clip And keep these explanations.