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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1945-11-22, Page 1Established J 873 JEXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, NOVEMBER 22nd, 1945 Seventy-Third Yem'Subscription, $2.00 per year O. E. S. Install New Officers Single Copy, 5 pants With the first open deer season in Huron for many years the local sportsmen are having a real holi­ day in the woods and venison will be a favorite dish on many a table for some time to come, One party of nine had secured their quota of nine deer on Tuesday, the second day of the shoot. To make it a good measure they added a fox. All par- been so first two ties, however, 'have not successful and during the days failed in their attempts. Messrs. Bill and Harry Snell, Frefl Dawson, Donald Kernick, Bill Etherington, Les, Gibson, Earl Campbell, Wm. Northcott and Frank Wildfong formed a -party and early Monday morning went to the woods back of the farms of Chas. Aidworth township out they specimens. shortly aftei* entering the woods. The party went out the second day and secured two more to fill out their quota. To the credit of one of the lads Tuesday who had the chance of shooting a deer with a high powered rifle, he let the deer go rather than shoot in the direc­ tion of where he knew one of his pals to be. It was the first deer shoot for a number of the boys it provided a great thrill. Second Fire at Tujrnip Plant For the second time in a few weeks the fire brigade was called to a fire at the turnip waxing plant on James Street abput nine o’clock in the evening. Fire again started on the roof from sparks that fell from the chimney, Fortunately it was brought under control before much damage was done. Loses Life in and Bill Gould in Hay and before the day was had secured seven fine . Five of them were shot and German Prisoners on Parole A number of the German -prison­ ers of war who have been located in a camp at Eden and have been working out among the farmers of this community are to be allowed their parole for ’the winter and will be employed by some of the farm­ ers. There are approximately 250 German ‘ - western in the 175 of located and Chatham. The prisoners include only those who have had “no 'de­ merits” on their conduct sheets since they left England. The -prison­ ers have been living in tents all summer. < P.O.W.’s located in South- Ontario who will remain district until next spring; that number are being al­ to farms between Exeter Seaforth Fire Albert Avery, 65, of Mitchell, in Scott Memorial Hospital, forth, on Sunday, he was rescued by a fellow-workman at the height of a $100,000 fire which destroyed the three-storey John Boshart & Sons furniture plant at Seaforth Saturday afternoon. Avery, working with other em­ ployees in the finishing department on the top floor of the building, was enveloped in flames when a spark ignited inflammable finishing ma­ terials in a spray booth. It is believed the man left the building once and, returning for tools, was overcome by smoke as he attempted to escape from a window. An Avery found burns F. J. to a heart attack. He said no in­ quest will be held. Workmen said the entire third floor went up in flames With hardly any warning, and the fire quickly descended to the main floor. With the whole interior of the building aflame, firemen battled for two hours steadily and had to keep a continual watch during the night for fear of a further outbreak. Estimates placed the damage at $100,000. At least $50,000 worth of stock was demolished. died Sea- 10 hours after unidentified worker carried to safety.. At hospital he was to have suffered severe facial and shock, but Coroner Dr. Burrows said death was due Reduced in Price In order to clear out the balance of our Ladies’, Misses’ and Girls’ Winter Coats in a hurry we are offering them at greatly reduced prices. We still have a good range to choose from in plain and fur-collared coats. Come early while there is a good choice. Professor Delivers Interesting Lecture At the Exeter Lions Supper meet­ ing Monday evening in the Trivitt Parish Hall, Prof, Wilfred Jury, of the University of Western Ontario, curator of the museum, gave a very interesting account of the early Moravians who established a settle­ ment in Kent county and endeavour­ ed to teach the Indians useful oc­ cupations, The site of their village, with its street, homes and schools, has recently been unearthed by Mr. Jury and will be taken over as one of Ontario’s national parks. Mr, Jury was introduced by Lion Dr, Taylor and the thanks of the club was tendered to him by Reeve, B, W. Tuckey. A donation of $35.00 was made to the children's War Mem­ orial Hospital injLondon, and $45.00 to the Queen Alexandra Sanatorium at Byron. It was suggested that the Lions sponsor an oratorical contest for students in two of the the high school. grades at ■Hydro Consumption During the month of amount of horse power of energy reported in the current issue of the Hydro News was as_follQWs: Blyth, 174 horsepower 169; Clifford, 119. Dashwood, 13 2; Dublin, 6 6 159; Exeter, 884; Galt, Goderich 1,821; Guelph, Harriston, 544; Hensall, 177; Kit­ chener, 26,79 2; Listowel, 1,626; Milverton, 439; Mitchell, 804; Moorefield, 55; New Hamburg, 732; Palmerston, 677; St. Marys, Seaforth, 1,03 8; Tavistock, Wellesley, 155; Woodstock, Zurich, 161. July the electrical Brussels, Clinton, 808; Embro, 10,873; 11,296; 1,831; 715; 7,887; Reception for Newly-Weds A reception for Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dutertre was held Friday evening at the home Dutertre’s parents, Mr. of Mrs. and Mrs. Everett Haist when about forty friends and relatives were enter­ tained to a very pleasant evening. The rooms were decorated in pink contestsand white. 'Games and were enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. Dutertre were the recipients of some lovely gifts. Lunch was served at the close. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grace and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Grace, of Detroit. uicraw Ladies’ and Misses’ Chenille Dressing Gowns Ladies’ and Misses’ good qual­ ity chenille dressing gowns in colors of American Beauty and blue; sizes small, medium and large. A splendid Christ­ mas gift at $7.50 each <9 Ladies’ and Misses’ chenille bed jackets. A very useful gift —in yellow., cerise and blue $3.50 and $3.75 each Ladies’ and Misses’ Dresses very attractive prices. Ottr stock of merchandise for the Christmas season is now nearly complete. More than ever this year we would advise early buying as most lines are very scarce. Special Values for Thursday, Friday & Saturday i now on display Royal York Coffee A. good blend, 1 lb. bags ..... Muffets Twelve delicious servings ..<i. Libby’s Prepared Mustard <5 oz. jars ............................... Kellogg’s Variety Cereal Six Cereals, ten individual pkgs., for 2 pkgs. 17c each 08c 25c hi We have a large stock Men’s TieSj Handkerchiefs Bruces, Scarves, Gloves, Hats etc.; for early Christinas buj Clark’s Mushroom Soup Regular iO oZ. tins ........ Gaines Dog Meal , Just add water, and feed • Fine Old White Cheese Rich and tasty .................. Fresh Mixed PeeL in bulk Product Of South Africa, Jones & May A each 09c 2 lb. bag per lb per lb. 25c 32c 32c Your Superior Store Fine Program fay London Go ir A very fine- musical entertain­ ment was given in James Street United church Friday evening last by a choii' of sixty voices from the Talbot Street Baptist church, Lon­ don, under the direction of W. R. Goulding, former leader of the James Street choir. The entertain­ ment was sponsored by the James Street Women's, Association. There was a gooq attendance and from the splendid applause given the various numbers the whole •gram was greatly enjoyed. A word of welcome wag given by the pas­ tor, Rev, A. B, Irwin who welcom­ ed back the 'Goulding family, Mrs. Goulding and Dawson being in the choir. Mr. Goulding expressed their delight at being again in James Street church. The choir sang sev­ eral selections “Open Our Eyes’ by Fred Ree.d, “ “And the Glory of the Lord1 demeer's Stream’ ■Green” and the us.” Robert -Sproule, . musician played several on the violin, gave several readings, sung 'by Miss Margaret Blake, Miss Anne May, A.- W. Chalcraft and Wm. Posno. A junior male quar­ tette comprising Rachar, Goulding, Ash and Rachar sang .two numbers. Miss Mary 'Chalcraft and W. R. Goulding gave a piano and organ number. At the -close of the pro­ gram the Women’s Association served lunch to the entertainers and received a hearty vote of thanks. Mrs, Sturgis, president of the W.A. expressed the thanks of the association.. The proceeds for the evening amounted to $140.00. pro- “Rule Britannia” " with solo part Glory in Excelsis” Ben- ‘ Dancing on the Halleluiah Chor- .a talented selections Miss Alice Miller- Solos were R^v, Down Speaks At GGF, Meeting Seventeen enthusiastic members of the Huron-Perth riding associa­ tion of the C.C.F. met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kernick, Ex­ eter, R.R., Tuesday evening, Nov­ ember 13 th. The president, W. C. F. Oestrjcher, Creditop, directed the business. The secretary, Mrs. Lloyd Taylor, Exeter, read the minutes of the previous meeting. Later there was discussion on ways and means of extending the C.C.F. system of policy and it was unanimously felt that and a well informed the chief solution. Rev. C. W. Down speaker and addressed on “The Labour Movement and the Farmer.” He stressed the need for a bettei’ understanding of the problems of the city laborers by the rural people. Many farmers, when “Labor” is mentioned think only of the “hired man” overlook­ ing the fact that they also belong to the laboring class. He also stated that the problems of the laborer and the farmer are essen­ tially the same viz., a struggle against the domination of great financial corporations. ■Lunch was served and the meet­ ing adjourned. education public was was guest the meeting Host to Council Councillor J. W. Hern was host to the Reeve and members of the council and ‘ officials at a chicken supper at Lamport’s Coffee Shoppe following the council meeting Tues­ day evening. A social hour was en­ joyed. The balance of the year is free for new subscribers. Local Man Inherits Small Fortune From Great Aunt in England Wins Mantel Clock Mrs. Lome Johnston, of town, is to be congratulated on haying pre­ sented to her a handsome Water­ bury Cathedral-chime mantel clock won in a radio contest. Mrs. John­ ston wrote a letter that contained the second correct solution selected from the mail-’-dn” the 'Champ “Scrap­ book” program, Wednesday night, Nov. 14th. She was awarded one of the mystery prizes which happened to be a' mantel clock. Golden Wedding For Kippen Couple On Monday, November 19th Mr. and Mrs. Robt. McBride, of Kippen, celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary . at their home. Mrs. McBride ‘was the former Emma Willert, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Willert, of Hay Township near Zurich. Mr. McBride was a son of the late Mr. and Mis. Samuel McBride, of Zurich. On November 19, 189 5 they were unit­ ed in marriage by the late Rev. Mr. Atcheson at the Manse in Kippen, They were prominent farmers on the Goshen -Line, Stanley township for 45 years. The farm is now oc­ cupied by their sou, Elmer J. In 1940' they moved to Kippen where they are enjoying a well earned rest. They have a family of nine children, seven sons, Alvin and Ed­ gar, of Kippen, Walter and Elmer, of Zurich, Lorne -and Leonard, of Windsor, and Wilbert, of Kitchen­ er; and two daughters, Mrsv Edgar Schnell " ~'- Alberta, (Emma) also twenty-five grand children and one great grandchild. On Saturday, .November they received their relatives friends from 3 to 5 and 7 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. McBride ■guests by Mrs. Schnell Mrs. McBride t Mr. Tom Walker, of town, had a pleasant surprise last week when he received word from England that a legacy of $5,500 had been left to him by a great-aunt who passed away several months ago. Those who know Tom ana have followed his career will rejoice with him in this splendid -addition to his for­ tune. We understand it is-not all that is coming to him as there are two outstanding 'investments yet to be disposed of by the estate and when finally wound up will add to the legacy. Mr. Walker's sister, Mrs. Stanley Robinson, of Stock- port, Englan.d, shares- equally with him in the estate. Tom came1 to Exeter in 1928 from Stockport. When he arrived in town he had less than one dollar in his pocket. For several years he work­ ed amongst the farmers doing odd jobs and assisting with the harvest­ ing and threshing. -Some of those years on the farm were during the depression when prices were at a very low ebb. After eleven years he left the farm and came to Exeter. He is a talented musician, playing the banjo and piano, ed in orchestras in Canada. He became work of Main Street young people and in years ago he took up painting ana decorating, an occupation followed by his grandfather. He has been in­ dustrious and frugal and his serv­ ices have been in great demand. He has worries, he says, * worried be­ cause he is not able to keep up with the work that his customers want. Since coming to Exeter he has mar­ ried, purchased a home and decor­ ated it nicely. It is a story of an English lad making good in Canada. and has play- England and active in the United church the choir. Six (Margaret), -of 'Cihnrose, and Mrs. Stuart Beattie of i ii glia in« T110TG aro 17 th and to 9 were assisted in receiving the their and wore black gold roses. The home was beautifully dec­ orated in gold and white including bouquets of white, pink and bronze mums the dren. Pouring were Mrs. the bride Cousin of the bride, both of Zurich. In the evening the_ grooms two sis­ ters, Mrs. and Mrs. sail, did afternoon granddaughters, Mary McBride, of Kitchener Dona McBride, charge of the register which total­ led -one 'hundred and fifty names. The gifts were beautiful and num­ erous and included were many in gold, symbols of the wedding an­ niversary. The family gave them a Beach electric stove. Many cards letters and telegrams were also re­ ceived, one telegram was received on Monday from Mr, McBride’s sister and brother-in-Iay, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Nicholson, of Aneroid, ■Sask. two daughters, Mrs. Beattie. a .graceful two-piece suit of and white and a corsage of tea in the afternoon Ed. Daters, .Sr., aunt of and Mrs. Elmore Klopp, Henry Hayter, of Varna Chas. Stephensbfi, of Hen- the honors. and -Serving both evening were two Misses Muriel and Miss of ICippeh .was in Following Banquet at Hotel Honor Bride-Elect A number of Exeter young lad­ ies gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Haist to honor Miss Eunice Haist, of Exeter bride­ elect. About 20 guests assembled. The guests-of-honor was shown to a decorated chair after which Mar­ garet gangster and Reta Willert brought in a basket filled with •gifts. The bride opened the gifts and thanked the many friends, Several of the girls took part in a mock wedding which was enjoyed by all after which a delicious lunch was served. -is*. Farm Building Destroyed by Fire A building used as a garage and driveshed on the farm of Mr. Roy Swartz, on the Babylon Line in the township of Stephen, about midway between Crediton and Dashwood, was destroyed by fire Sunday evening and but for the heroic efforts of Mr. Swartz and neighbors, the large bank barn about ten feet from the garage would also have been destroyed. The fire started about 6.30 in the evening when Mr. Swartz struck a match to light a lantern and fumes from the lantern exploded. Mr. Swartz threw the lantern .from him without personal injury although his clothing was burned in spots. A telephone call was sent out and neighbors were soon on the spot, a number of them bringing along stirrup pumps and these helped to save the large barn until the fire brigades from Dashwood and Cen­ tralia arrived on the spot. The barn caught fire several times. The Stir­ rup pumps were made for wartime and were stored in the cities: They were used largely in England dur­ ing the war raids for fire fighting. A number were purchased by the Hay Township Fire Insurance com­ pany and were sold to their policy- holders. A few of them came handy. in Fills 53 Ditty Bags The Exeter Committee of the Navy League wishes to announce 53 ditty bags were filled and ship­ ped from Exeter this year. Three of these bags were .donated by Mrs. M-oF'alls, Miss Ardys McF'alls and Mrs. Van Camp, with the remain­ ing 50 being filled by the Commit­ tee. Donations of goods were re­ ceived from Miss Margaret Brown and Mrs. George Hawkins. Readers might be interested to know each bag contained the fol­ lowing: 1 pair socks, 1 other knit­ ted article, 1 housewife (filled with mending materials), paper and en­ velopes, tooth brush, tooth-paste, shaving cream, shoe polish, playing cards, game, book, band-aid, hand­ kerchief! soup, hard candy, cough candy, chocolate, and sardines. The Exeter Committee desires to ^thank all those who helped by knit­ ting, gifts of money, donations for the bags, or who helped in any way to send 53 bags of Christmas Cheer to our sailors. Donations of money not previous­ ly acknowledged are: Mrs. Luella Howey, 2.0 0; Miss May Jones 2.00: Mrs. T. O. Southcott, 5.00. Evelyn Broderick is Found Unconscious on Highway New Organist The official Board of the James Street United Church have secured the services of Mr, Lawrence Wein, of town, as organist and choir lead­ er to succeed Mrs. Pearl Murdoch whose resignation takes place the end of the year, at at The principals taking mock wedding Were: Helen Hey, Crediton; Shirley Wolff, Hensall; Mrs. Garfield Broder- Honor Bride-To-Be A delightful affair was held Canadian Gannets, Exeter, Wednes­ day, November 21st at high noon when employees held a presentation for Miss Bernice .McKeilar, a bride- elect of Saturday, December 1st, A mock Wedding preceded the pre­ sentation’ part in the bride, Mrs, groom, Miss bridesmaid, ick, Hensail; Murray, Exeter James Gangster, Mrs. Maude Hedden and Mrs, Heo. Hess, of Hensail, Miss McKeilar re­ ceived some lovely gifts, Miss Dor­ een Triebher, of Exeter, read the address. Mrs. Geo. gm&le, of Ben­ gali, made the presentation. Lun­ cheon was served. The affair was convened by Mrs, Maude Hedden, of Hensall, Garfield Broder- groomsman, Mrs. ; minister, Mrs. Hensall; soloists. Mr. Evelyn Broderick, of town, on Monday afternoon was picked up in an unconscious condition on No.’ 4 Highway about a half -mile north of Exeter and was brought to the office of Dr. Fletcher where it was found he was suffering from a fractured skull, a nasty scalp wound and concussion. Mr. Preston Dearing, while on his way to the auction sale at the farm of William Welsh found Mr. Broderick on the highway and brought him to his home and later he was removed to the doctor’s office, It was thought at first that he might have been Struck by a hit. and run motorist. It seems that Mr. Broderick, near the Exeter North -corner, hailed a ride from Charles Prout Who was motoring north with a trailer at­ tached. Mr. Broderick got into the trailer and later when he attempted to alight from the moving vehicle he was hurled to the cement pave­ ment with the above results. Exeter Chapter of the O.E«S» honored on Wednesday evening at its installation ceremony t-o have Mrs. Doris Wanless, Associate Grand Matron of the Grand Chap­ ter, act as Installing Grand Matron and who installed Mrs. John Ferg­ uson as worthy Matron of Exeter Chapter. 'Rev, Stewart, past worthy grand Patron, gave the obligation. Acting as installing grand Marshal for Mrs. Ferguson was her sister, Mrs. F, O. Hicks, of .Windsor, who will be installed as Worthy Matron, of Victoria Chapter, Windsor, on November 27 when. Mrs. Ferguson will act as her installing Marshal. Mrs, M. Teller was the installing grand Marshal for the remaining installation. Mr. John Ferguson was installed as worthy Patron very impressively by Mr. B. W. F. Bea­ vers. The installing grand 'officers were Mrs. Doris Wanless, Mr. B. W. F. Beavers, Mrs, E, J. Green, Mr, E. J. Green, Mr. W, J. Smith, Miss Reta Rowe, Rev. Stewart, Mr, B, Field, Mrs. W. D. 'Sanders, Mrs, W, J. Smith, Mr. W. D. Sanders. The officers installed were Worthy Ma­ tron, M’rs. John Ferguson, Worthy Patron, Mr. John Ferguson; Assoc- ‘ • -- “ Kestle; B. Field; Conduec- Associate Mrs. R. Motz; Chap- Marshal, Mrs. Zurbrigg; Organist, Mrs. Wm. Adah, Mrs. E. McCarter; Miss Helen Smith; Esther, E. L. iGibson; Martha, I. Etherington; Electa, Rowe; Warder, Mrs, late Matron, Mrs. R. W. Associate Patron, Mr. Sec., Mrs. W. J, -Smith; ress, Mrs. A. J. Traquair; Conductress, lain, Mrs, Wm, Mair C. E. : Cann; Ruth, Mrs. : W. E. Reta Lawson. Miss Maud Horton elected treasurer and Mr. E. McCarter ap­ pointed sentinal were unable to be present. Mrs. W. D. Sanders acted as 'Grand Chaplain and the honor­ ary star points were Grand Adah,. Mrs. Read, Forest City Chapter,. London; Grand Ruth, Mrs. H. Jen­ sen; 'Grand Esther, Mrs. Wm. Mid­ dleton; Grand Martha, Mrs. Jas. Bowey; Grand Electa, Mrs. Thomp­ son, Forest City Chapter, London. Grand officers who accompanied Mrs, Wanless were her grand Mar­ shal, Mrs. Atkins and grand Chap­ lain, Mrs. Wright, present also was Mrs... Ja-ckson, grand, trustee of the. Grand 'Chapter and Rev. Stewart, past worthy gran-d Patron. Mrs. F. O. Hicks, Mirs. Loney and Mrs. Witherford were guests from Vic­ toria Chapter, Windsor; -other guests came from St. Marys, Huron, Strathroy, Drayton, Ruth and For­ est City Chapter. Mrs. E. J. Green performed a beautiful ‘Star-point ceremony, presenting each star point with a key and suitable verse. The retiring worthy Matron, Miss Reta Rowe, was presented with her jewel by Mrs. R. W. Kestle and Mr. E. J. Green presented the re­ tiring worthy Patron, Mr. E. ■ M. Dignan with a bar, to add to the jewel presented to him as the first, worthy Patron of the Chapter. Mrs- Wm. ~ I ........................ solos Thos. quets were the room. Following the closing of the chapter were served. Forty Guests Prior to mony a banquet was served at the Central Hotel to about forty guests. Mr. E. J. Green was master of cer­ emonies and proposed the toast' to the King to which all responded by singing the National Anthem. W. D. Sanders ably proposed toast to ’Grand 'Chapter which responded to by Mrs. Wanless very charming manner. Mr. Field toasted to our -own Chapter and Mrs. W. D. Sanders responded. Miss Reta Rowe proposed the toast to the incoming worthy Matron, Mrs. Ferguson, to which she res­ ponded and Mr. E. M. Dignan toast­ ed the incoming worthy Patron, to which Mi*. Ferguson responded. The guests were toasted by Mrs. E. J. Green and Mrs. Herb -Sparling res­ ponded, toasts rooms. Mrs. Miss Geo. Cann favored with lovely for the ocassion and Mrs. Coates was organist. Bou- of chrysanthemums and roses attractively arranged about dainty refreshments at Banquet the installation cere- , At the conclusion all repaired to the Land at Halifax Among the troops to iahd at Hali­ fax on the Queen Elisabeth which was due to dock at Halifax on Mon­ day ate Sgmn. W, K, Higgins and Rte, C. E. L Coward. The latter served with the Essex Scottish regi­ ment. Mr. the was in a B. of the chapter To Start Medical Practice in Exeter Major F, J. Milner, who has been with the Canadian Army Medical jCorps, and 'will shortly receive an. (honorable discharge, has decided to locate in Exeter and is now look­ ing for suitable quarters. Dr. Milner is a graduate Of the University of Western Ontario, receiving his B.A. degree in 1981 and his M.D. degree in 1934. He served for five and a ,haif years as a medical officer in Europe and was with the forces in England, France, Belgium, Holland ahd iGermahy, He was deputy as­ sistant director Of medical services at No. 21 Army Group Headquar­ ters. At the ianding on the Nor­ mandy Beaches and at the Battle of Caen Hr, Milner was the surgical control officer, Since his return (rom overseas he has been medical officer for the British Army staff and the 4ihlomatic Staff at Wash­ ington and also the British Com­ mission to the American capitoh