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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1944-12-14, Page 4
P&g® 4 GEORGE WRIGHT Phone 24BwPhone 34:lw THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 14, W44 CREDITON RED CROSS The annual meeting of clothing ana shoeb • Christmas Season Shopping Hours For the final week this store will remain open Wednesday all day and Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, practical and useful that will be appreciated. a Christmas shopping is rolling right along . , . in this popular shopping place, Qur customers are showing excellent judgment in doing their gift buying early this year , . . as repeat orders on most lines will be practically unprocurable due to wartime shortages. While you will find many old time gift lines miss ing ... a condition which is general . „ . you will find in our large stock, ample scope to satisfy your every desire in gift purchasing. Here Are Some Suggestions... Children’s Flannelette PYJAMAS Small sizes 89c Larger sizes to 20 ... $L25 BOY’S WINDBREAKERS ■ UNDERWEAR Men’s Fleeced Drawers all sizes 98c Men’s Plum Combinations fluffy and warm Tiger brand top grade 38 to 1<(5 $1.69 two-tone colors made of heavy sizes (5 to a good warm $3.69 Meltons 1(5 coat CHILDREN’S LEATHER GAUNTLETS Brown Cape Sheepskin warmly lined and fringe trimmed , . . 3 sizes 85c JUST Boys* Men’s Men’s Warm IN . . . and Women’s Boots 4~Buckle Overshoes Hip Rubber Boots Work Sox ... 66c pr< BOYS’ PARKAS Green; Blue and Sand a new shipment Warm fur ho^ds all sizes $9.95 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 Your drugs at ROBERTSON’S MONEY TO LOAN on First Mortgages Now is the TIME to stop paying rent and to buy a farm. Write us if you have been thinking about it. We may be able to help you with a loan. All inquiries treated confidentially. Huron&Erie MORTGAGE CORPORATION London Windsor St. Thomas Chatham . the Crediton unit of the Red Cross was held in the Town Hall, Wednesday, Dec. Sth, with Mr, H. K. Eilber presiding. Mr. Eilber reported hav ing forwarded $771.52 to Exeter. The knitting, quilting „ and sewing reports were read and adopted. Mrs. M. Faist reported having $8.60 in the local treasury. Rev. M. E. Reu ben and Frazer Brown pointed auditors. A was tendered Mr. use of his office for ings. The election suited as follows- president, Gerald Zwicker; 1st vice, Frazer Brown; 2nd vice, Mr. Chas, Green; treasur er, H. K. Eilber; secretary, Mrs. Clarence Youngs; knitting commit tee, Nola Faist, Helen Bullock (con veners), Mrs. F. Clark, Mrs, L. Schwartz, Mrs, B. McCann, Finkbeiner and Mrs. M. quilting committee, Mrs. M. (convener), Mrs. F. Down, Lily Haist, Mrs. L, Hey, " Trevethick, Mrs. E. Fahrner, B. Kestle and Mrs. H, Young; sew ing committee, Miss M. Schenk, Mrs, C. Green (conveners), Mrs. Woodall, Mrs. Geo. King, Mrs. Ed, Beaver, Ragier; Eilber F. W. Brown; Reuber blood, were ap- vote pf thanks Eilber for the executive meet- pf officers re Mrs, Mrs. A, , Ratz; Faist Miss Mrs. T. Mrs. A. M. C. K. BIRTHS HOGARTH—At Victoria Hospital, London, on November 30, 1944, to Mr, and Mrs, L. V. Hogarth, a daughter, Donnie Kay. JOHNS—At Dr. Fletcher's Hospit al, Exeter, cm Monday December 11th, 1944, to Mr. and Mrs. How ard Johns, of Usborne, a daugh ter, (Frances Ruth). McFALLS—At Dr. Fletcher’s Hos- 1944, to Percy McFalis, of pital on December 12, My, and Mrs. Exeter, a son. BRYAN — At Sydney, N.S., 28, 1944, to Mr. and Mrs. Bryan (nee Helen Jones), (Lawrence Joseph), Mrs, was. a* former Exeter H.S. er. SPENCER—Mr. and Mrs. W. per, Hensall, are happy to an nounce the birth of their son, Gregory Walter, at Scott Mem orial Hospital, Seaforth, on Dec* ember 10th, 1944. DEATHS the City Hospital, on Tuesday, Nov. Frank a son Bryan teach- Spen- Z!J Classified Directory -PLACE AN ADVERTISEMENT HERE AND WATCH RESULTSw FOR SALE LOST FOR BALE—Two purebred York hogs, three months old. Sired by Pickering prince, No, 44X— 272468, Apply Harold Hern, R, R> J,, Granton, Phone Kirkton 4yl4, 7:14* FOR BALE’—Dry block wood, 4 good shorthorn bulls, serviceable age, W. C. F. Oestricher, 19r4 Crediton. 7; 14c FOR SALE — A few real nice Christmas trees, from 25 cents up, Apply to W. J. Mellville, Exe ter, 14:21* LOST—-In Exeter on Thursday, Dec. 7th, a string of pearls, about 18 inches long, valued as keepstake, Regard,. Apply at Tlmes-Advo- cate, * a FOR RENT FOR RENT’—’Three well-furnished rooms, Apply to Mrs. Geo. An derson, Victoria St. 14* MISCELLANEOUS ....... I ~i VILLAGE OF EXETER NOMINATION AND ELECTION Public Notice is hereby given that meeting of the Electors of the Village of Exeter will be held ip the Town Hall, Exeter, on FRIDAY, DEC. 22, 1944 hour of 12,00 o’clock noon purpose of making and re nominations of Candidates offices of Reeve and 4 Coun- Public Utilities Commission Eilber, Mrs. Ed. Morlock, , Miss Pearl Keyes, ; campaign committee, (chairman), F. IV. Morlock, A. McCann, ; advisory board, Rev. (chairman), Rev, A. Amy, Father Fogarty, G. Zwicker, Ken McLeod, A. McCann Mrs. Woodall A. Gaiser M. Ratz; Schenk (chairman), all men. Following are the Quilting Report: shipped 6 crib quilts, 1 blanket, Shipka made 31 quilts), Report: 4 R.N. sweaters, sweaters, 6 V.N. sweaters, 18-in. socks, 4 pair seamen’s boots, 7 pair socks, 6 pair mitts, 9 pair gloves, 10 helmets, 5 toe caps, 2 scarves; Sewing Report: 4 men's shirts, 5 pyjama suits, 1 pyjama coat (hospital), 3 pyjama suits, 7 slips, 8 girls units, 1 boy’s unit, 6 5 girls’ dresses, 5 girls’ 6 boys’ coats, 4 shorts, 2 nighties, 2 rompers, 10 boys’ Shipka donated 2 boy’s Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. H, Clark, F. C. M. E. True- Mrs. M. Faist, Mrs. F, Morlock, finance committee, Hugo business reports: 53 quilts, (of these Knitting 10 T.N. 1 pair Mrs. Mrs. waists, coats, baby's shirts, sleepers. Jim ZION Highett and Miss Nettie Science Hill, visited on with Mr. and Mrs. Ross Mr, Highett, of Wednesday Hern. Mr. 'Charles Kerslake and Josie, and Mr. and Mrs. Howard Kerslake of Exeter, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hern. Mrs. Eph. Hern visited on Friday with Miss Laurene Hern R.N., of London. Mr. and Mrs. George Earl of Exe ter, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Norman Brock. Mrs. James Earl visited recently with her mother, Mrs. A. Gunning, of Exeter. Mrs. George Hunter, of Exeter, spent a few days recently with Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Brock. ANDERSON-’—At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Percy Stone, Thames Road, on Wednesday, December 13th, Mrs. Henry An derson, in her S4th year, Private funeral service on Friday, 2 p.m. Cemetery, HALL—In pital on 194 4, Lillian May. late Dr. Wilbert Hall, of Mitchell, and sister of Messrs, William and Frederick May, of Exeter. MACPHERSON—In Strathroy Hos pital, on Friday, Dec. 8, 19 44, James Ira, husband of the late Sophia MacPherson, in his 80th year, A public funeral service was held Monday at Grace Church, Greenway, at 2.30 p.m. | Burial service at the graveside was conducted by the L.O.L. No. 219. Interment in Grand Bend Cemetery. TETREAU—At the home of her daughter, Mrs. Harry Appleton, lot 29, South Boundary, Township, on Thursday, 19 44, Elizabeth Tetreau, 77 th year. FOR SALE — 1 pair of Ladies* White C.C.M, Skates, size 6, like new. Apply to Mrs. Redfern or Times-Advocate. 14* will take place December 15 th at Interment in Exeter Stratford Monday, General Hos- December 11, widow of the ENGAGEMENTS FOR SALE—'Collie pups. Apply to Dennis O'Rourke R.R, 3, Dash wood. 14:21*. ——- —« FOR SALE—Vessot grinder 10- inch, in good working order. Ap ply Times-Advocate, 14:21c RENFREW SALES & SERVICE— Anyone in need of an electric cream separator, or a stove, Call Hugh Thiel, Zurich, 93r4. 1-1-45* HOW ABOUT insulating your home for Christmas, Glad to furnish estimates. Apply to W. J. Melville Exeter. 14:21* STRAYED STRAYED—From Hay Swamp, one red yearling heifer. Roy Schwartz Phone 21r2 Crediton. tfc STRAYED—From my farm, near Shipka, a black collie dog with white spots, answers to the name of Tony. Any information re garding this dog will be appreci ated. Gordon Ratz, phone Credi ton 24r31. . 14c Stephen Dec. 7, in her STRAYED—Onto lot 10, con. 16, Stephen Tp., young cow with calf. Owner may have same by proving ownership. Albert Gaiser, Dashwood R. R. 2. 14:21:28c Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd England announce the engagement of their daughter, Ruth Elma, to Sergeant Cyril Wellesley Sisson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Sisson, ford, the marriage to December 30th, in the Church at Crediton. STRAYED—From Hay Swamp a black and white yearling steer. Apply to Ed Faulder, phone 2Or4 Crediton. 14* of Wat- take place Evangelical * McBeth, In-Mr. and Mrs. Albert gersoll, announce the engagement of their daughter, Norma Margaret, to Mr, John Fraser Dixon, London, son of Mrs. John Dixon, Ailsa Craig. The marriage is to take place this month. * IN MEMORIAM STRAYED—Onto Lot 10, Con. 17, Stephen Twp., a yearling heifer. Owner may has same by proving ownership and paying expenses. Apply to M. C. Sweitzer, Shipka. 30:7:14* REAL ESTATE FOR SALE—Brick house, particu larly well located in Exeter, garage and small chicken house. Estate. Must be sold. C. V. Pick ard. MASSEY-HARRIS SALES & SERVICE Come in and see the new M.H. Electric Grinder with automatic feed control; one pulper; one new Beatty Litter Carrier complete; wheelbarrows. Phone 88 R. B. Williams Exeter at the for the ceivipg for the cillors, and for the Board of Education. And further Notice is hereby given that in the event of more candidates being proposed and qual ifying for any particular office, than required to be elected, the proceedings will be adjourned until MONDAY, JANUARY 1st, 1945 When polls shall be opened from 9 o’clock a.m. until 5 o'clock p.m. at the following places with the undermentioned officers in charge as fixed by Village by-law viz: 1, Graham Arthur’s Service Sta tion, Main St,, E. Treble, Earl Parsons; 2A. Town Hall, Main St. J, A. Stewart, Frank Coates; 2B. Town Hall, Main St., J. Campbell, Ila Snell; 3. Res. of Roy Webber, corner Main and Victoria Sts., Geo. Jaques, Mrs, M. Fletcher; 4. Res. of Thos. Webster, William St. North, Rd. Welsh, “ ' “ “ And all quested to themselves A PERSONAL WINDSOR SOLDIER writes from England, "my wife sends a few tubes of NAMELESS Cold Rem edy in my boxes. I, in turn, sell them to the boys, lads in particular bought it saying, in Kitchener and certainly is a God send over here.’ Maybe your boy or girl would appreciate this quick relief to colds too. Get it at Browning’s, Robertson's, Grigg’s, or Sanders’ stores. The jar at 7 9c is the best to send. I found two who eagerly ‘they used it Stratford. It RHEUMATIC PAIN, Sciatica, Lum bago quickly relieved by using RUMACAPS. Recommended by thousands who have gained better health. Robertson’s Drug Store. WANTED WANTED—Clocks or watches. Re pair agencey. Guarantee work. Call at Blue Sunoco gas station. S. J. Sweitzer. » Jy. 4* John Kydd. electors are hereby re take notice and govern accordingly. C. V. PICKARD, CLERK Exeter, December 6th, 1944. a ExeterPhone 50 Dad, Sister and Brothers, jf SCHENK—In loving memory of a dear daughter and sister, Helen Delores Schenk, who passed away December 15th, 1941. Yes, she sleeps, but not forever, In a lone and silent grave, Blessed promise she shall waken, Jesus died the lost to save. In the dawning of the morning When the troubled night is o’er, All the buds in beauty blooming Will rejoice to see her more. Dearly remembered by Mother, — - ■ - - * jt FOR SALE—100 acres level clay loam with full set of buildings, reasonably handy to school and Exeter. AV. IC. Pearce. WANTED—To buy or rent small house or apartment in Exeter. Apply to Box B, Times-Advocate. 14* s Heating Pads Electric Heating Packs to keep you cosy at night or during illness. s We brighten up the Christmas tree. have strings of lights to Cutlery Carving Sets Bread Knives Butcher Knives Paring1 Knives C.C.M. Skates and Boots and for the young lad Hockey Sticks, Pucks', Gloves and Shinpads. Tools A handy Christmas box for any workshop fan. FOR SALE—Some good lots for building sites. W. G. Pearce. FARMS FOR SALE — 100 acres, brick house, basement barn, bush, handy to schools and town; 75 acres, Con. 9, Hay, small frame house, bank barn, school near; 100 acres Hibbert, brick house, bank barn, bush. W. C. Pearce. WANTED — Organist and choir director for St. Peter's Lutheran church, Zurich. State qualifica- tians and salary expected. Duties to commence Jan. 2. Applications to be sent by Dec. 23rd to Mr. Clarence Datars, Zurich, Ont. 14:21c DR. A. R. CAMPBELL GOES TO GUELPH Accepts Office of Sec.-Treas. Canadian Guernsey Breeders’ Assoc. A. R. Campbell, who Pyrex and Ovenware ■Casseroles —Double Boilers —Utility Dishes —Cake Dishes —Handy Kit Sets —8-pc. Matched Sets —-Open Balters —Flame ware Skillets —Crystal Teapots —3-pc. Flanieivare Sets and othor attractive pieces. Stainless Enamelware In various colors of white and red, white and black, ivory and red, ivory and green, and some pearl. —Roasting Pans —Double Boilers ■—Apartment Sets ‘—Pudding Pans and many other handy pieces. —Potato Kettles ■Dish Pans Children's Toys «• I A good assortment of toys for children of all ages. And games as well* Traquair’s Hardware has carried on a veterinary practise in Hensall for the mast 22 years, will close his office this month to accept the position of secretary-treasurer and fieldman of the Canadian Guernsey Breeders’ Association. He will make his headquarters in Guelph. Dr. Campbell is one of the most widely known and successful prac ticing Ontario. Hensall Industry largest Western He is and widely known men in the pub lic life of Huron and occupies many offices in the agricultural, patriotic and political activties of the county. He has been president of the South Huron Agricultural Society for over 15 years and the continued life and success of that society is due in large measure to his interest and activity. He is president of the Huron-Perth Liberal Association: Chairman of the Hensall-Zurich War Services Committee; chairman of the Hensall committee for the reception of returning overseas boys, and in the last and previous War Loan campaigns was chairman of the Hensall-Hay division. To all of these activities he brought a Wealth of enthusiasm an organizing ability and a success that was outstanding. The removal of Dit and Mrs. Campbell from Hensall will be gen uinely regretted by the people of the village, where Mrs. Campbell also played an active part in the church, patriotic and social life of the community. They have three sons; Jim, wounded in the invasion of France, and again on active ser vice, Gordon, attending Exeter high School, and Bill, a student at Hen* Sall public school. veterinary surgeons in Starting at the bottom in 22 years ago, by skill he built up one of veterinary practises Ontario. one of the most popular and the in FOR SALE—Property in the vil lage of Dashwood containing four acres more or less; two- storey red brick house ih first class condition and"all city con veniences; barn and henhouse. Inspection is invited to prospec tive buyers. Chas. H. Watts. 1-2-45* WILL ‘BUY an unlimited number of fertilizer or fox horses. Frank Taylor, Exeter. Exeter Navy League Grateful for Contributions Bible Class Annual Meeting The Comrades Bible Class of James St. Church held a very suc cessful annual meeting on Friday evening. The reports showed an increase in all departments; aver age attendance was So. Sixty-five dollars was contributed to the M. & M. Fund and a very substan tial increase in the general offerings for supplies brought a total of over $150.00, with the remaining four Sundays in this year yet to report. Rev. Mr, Irwin conducted the elec tion of officers for the coming year. Pres. Wm. Cook; 1st vice, Wm. Welsh: 2nd vice, Wm. Pybus; 3rd vice, Mrs. Wes. Witmer, sec.-treas., John Jones; ass’t, Ed. Shapton. A short programme followed with a solo by Mrs. Luther; duet Messrs. Shapton and Greb; and piano duet by Mrs. Gunning and Ronald. Rev. Mr. Trueblood, of Crediton, was the guest speaker and brought a most inspiring message ©n "Friendship," emphasizing the "Friendship of Jesus.” The Social. Committee serv ed lunch and a delightful fellow ship was shared by all. Over fifty members and friends were present. The Exeter Navy League Com mittee gratefully acknowledges all contributions that have come in, in 1944, to help carry on the work of the Navy League in Canada. Furs, felts and leathers were re ceived in most generous amounts. Money raised and donated for ditty bags amounted to $278.72. In ad dition, several ditty bags were fill ed by individuals ahd handed to the Navy League Committee. In all, 72 ditty bags for our sailor lads have been recently shipped—last year it was possible to send only 50. To date, contributions other than for ditty bags, have amounted to $24.55. For all Who have helped in any way, the Exeter Navy League Com mittee again says Thank You. i James Street Y.P.U Dr. Scott, a missionary from India, was the guest speaker at the James St. Y.P.U, meeting on Sun day evening, December 10, Mh Ardys McFalis, convenor sions, was Miss for mis in the chair and she opened the meeting by feuding a poem entitled "Hope”. After a hymn Gerald McFalis led in prayer and Helen Westcott read the Scripture lessen. Irene Sweet read an in teresting story about "Bella Bella," Then Dr. Scott gave his informa tive talk on how the misisonaries Have helped the people of India. The meeting closed with a hymn and the Mizpah Benediction, TOWNSHIP OF STEPHEN NOMINATION AND ELECTION Public Notice is hereby given that meeting of the Electors of the Township of Stephen will be held in the Town Hall, Crediton, on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22n<l, 1944 at 1 o’clock in the afternoon for the purpose of Nominations Reeve and Trustees of Area comprising sections 3, 4, 6, 7, 12, and Union 8, five to be elected. And further Notice is hereby giv en that in the event of more candi dates being proposed and qualifying for any particular office than re quired to be elected, the proceed ings will be adjourned until MONDAY, JANUARY 1st, 1945 when polls will be open at 9 a.m. at the following places as fixed by the Township By-law: 1. Werner's Barber Shop, lot 28, 1, W. B. Willert, Gordon Wil- 2. Penhale’s Kitchen, lot 20, 2, Preston Dearing, George Walker; 3. Wenzel’s Barber Shop, lot 11, con, 6, Thos. Trevethick, F. W. Morlock; 4. Town Hall, lot 10, con. 7, J. T. Hirtzel, J. H. Gaiser; 5. O'Rourke’s Kitchen, lot 10', con. 12, Pat Sullivan, Jas. Mawhinney; 6. Koehler’s. Store, lot 23, con. N.B. E. G. Kraft. Chester Gaiser; 7. Sweitzer’s Kitchen, lot 10, con. 17, John Houlahan, Major Pollock’s Store, lot 40‘. Mansell Hodgins, Win. Hicks; Ravelle’s Store, lot 1, con. Sauble, Colin Love, Leland Desjardine. xAnd all electors are hereby re quested to take notice and govern themselves accordingly. LLOYD B. HODGSON, Returning Officer. Centralia, Dec. 6, 1944. making and receiving for Reeve, Councilmen, the Township School Deputy- also for con. son; con Baker; 8. con. 'S.B., 9. 7:14:21c Farm Forums The S.S. No. 3 Stephen and Fair- field farm forums held a joint meet ing in Fairfield School house on Monday, December 11th. In spite of very stormy weather there were fifty present. The feature of the evening was motion pictures from the National Film Board, presented by Mr. Stanley from Middlesex, describing rural life in also three other reels "Lessons in Living.” The tional side of the life of a cowboy and trees. The next meeting will be held for Fairfield at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Schroeder and for S. S. No. 3 Stephen at the Schoolhouse, with Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Willard as conveners. Quebec, entitled educa- Prof.: "What do you consider the greatest achievement of the Romans?" Student: • "Speaking Latin!” Open for Business TUESDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY EACH WEEK. •Ur The* Exeter District Co-op. serve you in Posts, Co-op. Paints, etc. Mill Feeds* Feeds and sire ready to Flour, Cedar Concentrates, We will have ; Needs available in the hear future. a full supply of Farmer’s Exeter District Cooperative P. Passmore, Manager