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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1945-12-06, Page 5
* $ THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 6, 1945 • Pagfe 5 1 eljmviuuk The Eiimvllle North Farm For um met last Monday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Johns with an attendance Of twenty-two. The subject discussed was Farm People Healthy?” After eussion contests were enjoyed lunch served, ’Next week they Mr. and topic will be Insurance?” the neighbor- Mrs. Harold Monday night of Exeter Announcement “Are dis and Will Mrs- Birth. Death and Marriage Not ice« are inserted free of charge. Card Thunku SOc. li» Jkiiwriam Notices 50g tor ».lnj;le verae, 25c extra fpr each addi tional Verne. 50c meet at the home of Howard Johns- The “What About Health The young men of hood gave Mr. and Kerslake a chivari on Mrs, Jas. Harrison, North, spent a few days with her daughter, Mrs, Allen Johns, last week. Miss Onah Williams, of Exeter, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Keith Weber. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Bannerman, of St. Marys, and Mr. and Mrs, Will Rogers, of Kirkton, .were visitors. with Mr, and Mrs. Lloyd Johns on i Friday evening last. Mr. | soil, home Mr. and Mr. day. BIRTHS GILL—In . Clinton public on Sunday, December 2, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Grand Bend, a daughter, Japice Jane, a baby sister for Onalee Ann. Hpspital 1945, to Gill, of f Carman Herdman, of Inger- i spent the week-end at his here. and Mrs. Fred Long, Marion, Billy, of Atwood, visited and Mrs. Allen Johns on with Sun- W1NCHELSEA very successful euchre party held at Winchelsea School on WALKER-—Mr- and Mrs. Thomas H, Walker, Exeter, announce the birth daughter (Marion Ruth) at Mrs. Godbolt’S Hospital on Saturday, December 1st, 1945. MARRIAGES wish to of their Satur- by the Vera BARNES — WILKEN- day, December 1, Rev. Duncan Ethel Wilken, late Mr. E. A. Marshall and of Mrs. E. A. Marshall* of London, formerly of Exeter, to Lieut.-Col. Charles “ ~ son of Barnes, ■On 1945, McTayish, daughter of the CHESTERFIELDS and OCCASIONAL CHAIRS Repaired ficers as follows; Honorary presi dent, 4 dent, Miss tary, tary, Chas. and Re-covered Free Pick-up and Delivery Clifford Upholstering Co. 42 Brunswick Street STRATFORD Phone 579 Enquire at E. R. Hopper HENSALL Mrs. Hennessey, of London, was the week-end guest of Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Case. Miss Ruth Maclllvinna, of Col lingwood, was the week-end guest of Miss Fayme Logan. Mrs. Fred Corbett and Mrs. Wes ley Jones visited recently with Mrs Ida Harding in London. Mrs. A. W- Kerslake visited dur ing the past week with relatives and friends in London. Mr. Kenneth Passmore, of Hamil ton, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Pass- more. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Kaiser, of De troit, visited ovei* the week-iend with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs, John Kaiser. Pte. Preston Lemmon’s name ap peared in the Daily newspaper among the hundreds scheduled to arrive in Canada this week. . Mrs. Catharine Hedden left on Monday for Brantford where will visit prior* to going to Catharines for the wintex’ months. Mr. and Mrs. MacVicar, of Pop lar Hill, visited during th© past week with their daughter and son- in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Drysdale d. The Arnold Circle of Carmel Presbyterian Church will hold their annual meeting and election of of ficers in the schoolroom of the church on Monday evening, Dec. 10 th. Allan Townsend, an employee at Welsh’s saw mill, had his hand come in contact with a saw caus ing sevei' injuries to .his thumb, which required stitches to close th® wounds. Mrs. Lawrence Baynham received a telegram on Monday stating that her husband, Pte. L. E, Baynham, was sailing on the Queen Elizabeth which is to dock in New York about Thursday. Mrs. C. Hudson had the misfor tune recently to slip on the side walk and in so doing injured her arm-. ’She is spending a few weeks at the home of .her daughter in London. PO. Fi'ed Fisher recently return ed from overseas accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Fisher and son Bryne who have spent the past two months at the manse with Rev. and Mrs. P. Ferguson, 16ft .for their home in Edmonton on Friday. The United Ohtirch Mission Circle Will hold their. December meeting at the home of Miss Margaret Shep herd on Monday, Dec. IOtli. Roll call is 'to be answered with a Christmas .gift for the London 'Children’s orphanage. Each mem ber is asked to try and bring a new member. Y. P. S. fleeting The Young People’s Society of Carmel Presbyterian Church* •Which is boihg reorganized, held a very interesting meeting in the school room Of the church on Monday eve ning with Miss Margaret MacGregor presiding, The meeting, opened by singing, “I'm Not Ashamed to Own My Lord.” Scriptlire redding, Acts of the Apostles 3, Vdrsds 1-10 by Donald Bell, after Which Rev, Fer guson led in prayer. Hymn* “Lead On, O King Eternal,” was sung. Rev. Mr. Ferguson gave a brief address outlining the work of the Young People’s organization* and presided over the election of. Of- she St. Mr. W. R. Davidson; presi- Ronald Bell; vice-president, Margaret MacGregor; secre- Miss Mae Taylor; .ass’t secre- Gordon Moir; pianist, Mrs. ____ Forrest; ass’t pianist, Mrs. Malcolm Dougall; treasurer, Donald Bell; Worship Committee, Jim Mustard, Bob Taylor, Audrey Dick; service committee, A. Kerslake, M. Dougall; fellowship committee, Mrs, MacLaren, Mrs. Moir, Evelyn Tay lor, Allen Crerar; mission commit tee, Aileen Munn, Mabel Stanlake and Melvin Moir; Stewardship com mittee, Mrs. H. Bell, Sandy Mac- Arthur, Alma Bell; social commit tee, Helen Moir, Ellen Bell, Bert Thomson and Norma Sangster. The meeting concluded - by singing, “Take My (Life and Let It Be.” A spelling match was held and re freshments served. Miss Helen McAllister Passes The death occurred on Wednes day of a well-known Hensail resi dent, Miss Helen McAllister, in her 80th year. Miss McAllister was a native of this district and a valued member of Carmel Presbyterian Church. Surviving are two sisters, Miss Margaret, at home, and Mrs. Blanche McAllister, of the Parr Line. Private funeral service was held from the residence on Friday at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. P. Ferguson. Interment was in Hills- green cemetery. Institute Letter Received your parcel from the stitute and everything arrived good shape. So kindly thank members for making tms possible, also your self for everything you have done for us in the time we have been overseas. We are looking forward to the time when we will be home, but naturally we have to wait until our repat number is call ed. I expect to make it by February or March so hope my expectations come true. Again thanking you, I remain Your friend, Allan .Soldan W. I. Meets The Decembei' meeting of- the Woman’s' Institute is to be held on Wednesday, December 12th, at the home of Mrs. Edmund Geiger with Mrs. Robt. Cameron as co-hostess. The Roll, Call is to be answered with a gift for the Sick Children’s hos pital, London. An interesting item on the program will be the demon stration of a Christmas centrepiece. The topic is to be on the subject. “The Spirit of Christmas.” promises to be an outstanding ing and a large attendance of bers and friends are invited Report of Overseas Boxes Local and rural citizens are be commended .for their hearty sup port given to the appeal for dona tions of money for Christmas boxes for the Hensall boys who are Still overseas. These boxes (20 in num ber) were packed by Mrs. F. Beer, Mrs. J. Paterson and Miss Gladys Luker at Mrs. Beer’s home on Wed nesday afternoon and evening. November 2Sth. The following lad ies did the sewing, Mrs. Joynt, Mrs. Sherritt, Mrs. H. Horton, Mrs. C. Stephenson, Mrs. Beer and Miss Gladys Luker. The fact that a great many folk throughout the village and district gladly gave of their sugar rations' made possible 'the provision of delicious home-made candy consisting of chocolate -fudge, maple cream, etc., made by Mrs. F. Beer, Mrs. J, Paterson, Mrs. Nor- minton, Miss Florence Welsh and Miss Gladys Luker. The divinity fudge was made by Mrs. T. Sherritt A lovely assortment of cookies and shortbread was Mickle* Mrs. A. minton, Mrs. Luker, Mrs. E. >S< Rennie. Still essary supplies, dtc, candy and cookies each parcel con sisted of a variety of tobaccos, cigarettes and papers* bars, canned goods, soup, gum, shaving Stick, tooth paste, stationery, Christmas cake, handkerchiefs, cheese, grape fruit juice, and other items, In cluded In this total w'as one ladies’ parcel for N.S, it^out. Marion .Doug all. All shipping charges were bornd by the War Service Committee. .All postal 'Work L. these parcels shell as addressing and declaring* etc.* was most cap ably managed by Mr. F, Bonthron, local postmaster and his assistant, Miss Margaret Johnston. In in all This meet- mem- to contributed by Mrs. Kerslake, Mrs. Nor Beer. Miss Gladys Shaddick and Mrs, others donated nec- Besides the in connection with was most cap’ was . _________ ....... Friday night. The proceeds are be ing used for the skating rink. • Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bailey attend ed the funeral on Sunday for the late Mr. Jordan, of Clinton. Mrs. W. J. Veal and family 1 moved to their new home in i ter. Mr. and Mrs, C. Smith and J ily spent Saturday in London. Batten visited Rowcliff e, W. F. have Exe- fam- on of Mrs. Sunday with Mrs. Clinton, Mr. and Mrs. Goldwin Glenn family, of Brinsley, spent Wednes day last with Mr. and Mrs. Sher wood Brock. Miss Myrtle Hay, of London, spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Prance. Mr. Colin Gilfillan attended the Dairymen’s Convention held at gara Falls the past week. and Nia- DASHWOOD Mr. and Mrs. R. Goetz and Catherine Finkbeiner spent week-end with friends in Sarnia. Mrs. Otillie Kraft has returned after spending a few weeks in don. Mrs. Addison Tieman and Charlie, spent the week-end relatives in Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Pfile Mr. and Mrs. Henry Krueger Sunday visitors in Kitchener. Mr. Henry Restemeyer for the past four weeks has been seriously ill. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery. Many friends from far and near have called to see Mr. Hy. Reste meyer showing their deepest sym-. pathy. A number pf young people, from here went to ’Toronto last week to see the “Ice-Capades.” Major and Mrs. Bean, of London, were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Reinard Willert last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. S. P. -Currie and Mrs. Kenneth McCrae attended the Cavers-McCrae nuptials in Meaford on Monday. Mrs. Currie will remain for several weeks, recuperating lowing her recent operation. .Miss last Lon- son, with and were fol- KIRKTON Mrs. Jas. Kemp and Mrs. Sherman* of London, week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Switzer Mr. Roy Francis has sold his business to Mr,-Roger Christie who will take possession shortly. Dr. C. A. Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Marshall and Misses .Shirley and Leone Duncan attended a re cital * in the Collegiate at Sarnia, The artist who provided this enter tainment was Anna Russell, of To ronto, who was very outstanding as an elocutionist. They were enter tained at the home of Miss Proctor, the doctor’s niece, Mr. Ross and Edwin Tufts and Miss Norma, of London, were Sun day guests with their sister, Mrs. L. Funnell, of Woodstock. Mrs. Margaret Wilson, of Toron to, is spending the Winter months With Mrs. R. O’Callaghan. MisS Norma Tufts, of London, spent part of the past week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Truman Tufts. We extend1 sympathy to the fam ily of the late Mr. H. E. Switzer, a very esteemed resident of Blan- shard. Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Doupe wer© Mr. and Mrs, Walter Weber and son Ronald, of Crediton, Mr. and Mrs. E. Doupe, Mr, and Mrs. Wm, Harding, Mr. and Mrs. R. HazleWood. MisS Ella Doupe is assisting Mrs. Lome Marshall at the store this week. Mabel spent th«» Husband: “As I contemplate the Wonders of nature, I Realize the in significance of man.” Wife: “Any woman knows that without contemplation.” JDctnce a Aberdeen Hall, kirkton Friday, Dec. 7th In aid of th© Windlictsea Skating Rinlr FDANNIGAN’S ORCHESTRA Barnes, J.P., of Montreal the late John and Mrs. St. Johns, Newfoundland. DEATHS ATKINSON—In London, on Tues day, Dec. 27, 1945, John David Atkinson, formerly of Exeter, aged 77 years. HORTON—In Exeter on Thursday, November 29 th, 1945, Hillary Horton, in his 71st year. SWITZER—At his late residence, lot 4, 4th Line, Blanshard, Saturday, December 1, Henry Edward Switzer 83rd year WHITE—At Ailsa Craig on Novembei- 30* 1945, Mrs. Jose phine (Wyllie) White, in her 91st year. Interment Nairn Cemetery. THAMES ROAD Mrs. W. Ktberington and Mrs. A. Morgan spent a few days in London last week. The Hurondale Institute mot at the horn© -of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Johns on Wednesday night of last week. Mr. Henry Rodhe has been hav ing the hydro installed week, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur spent Tuesday evening and Mrs. P. Passmore, Stoker Charles Harris, fax, has received has been visiting Mr, and Mrs, L. week. Mission Band Sunday morning during church vice hour, Mrs. E. McIntyre, pf London, spent Tuesday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Ballantyne, Mr, and Mrs. Wm, Ferguson and Roy, Mr, jgnd Mrs. O. Jaques at tended the Ferguson-Schilbe wed ding in Kippen United church Saturday last. The South Huron Ministerial at the manse on Monday of week. * Rev. Mair and Mr. W>. Moodie attended Presbytery at Clinton on Tuesday of this week. The Farm Forums met following pilaces Monday Lumley School house, the of Mr. and Mrs, Gilbert Johns, Mr. Edgar Montieth and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Cottle, The W.M.S, W.A. and Red Cross met at the home of Mrs. Chas. Miller on Wednesday afternoon of this week. Further details in next weeks paper. Sunday services will be at the tills last Gardiner with Mr of Halh his discharge and with his parents Harris, this past will meet this ser- P» met this at the night, homes CARDS OF THANKS Mrs. W. H. Conner and family wish to express their sincere thanks for the kindness extended to them in their, recent bereavement in the •loss of a husband and father, * Mrs. Hillary Horton and family wish to thank their many kind friends and neighbors, the Legion and those who so kindly provided cars, for their many acts of kind ness, expressions of sympathy and condolence and for the beautiful floral remembrances at the time of theii- recent bereavement. IN MEMORIAM FINKBEINER—Jin loving memory of our dear parents, Mr. and Mrs. Christian Finkbeiner, who passed away December 8th, 1927, and December 12th, 1933. December comes with deep regret, A month we will never forget, Till memory fades and life departs, They will live forever in our hearts. —iEvei’ remembered by the family. Elpnpfecl at Sharon Sharon Jr. Red Gross entertained their parents and friends at a party on Tuesday evening in honor of two returned men of Sharon section, Keith Weber and Howard Finkbeiner, These two boys were each presented with a Waterman’s fountain pen. Sharon’s honor roll was unveiled and a very enjoyable social hour was spent. “W Weld that Break the Lincoln Way If you have a Wffding' joU ing it into Ed’sf Machine morning, a.m. and usual hour on 'Sunday Sunday school at 1045 church at 11.15 a.m, Don’t forget the school day school concert which will be held in the church Friday evening December 21, Mr, Allison Morgan, of Toronto, and Miss Anne Morgan, of London spent the week-end * parents, Mr. and Mrs. gan, The Hurondale WJ. their District Rally at the home of Mrs.. Wm, Kernick on Thurs day Dec. 6, from JO1 a,m. to 4 p.m. Mr. Harry .Strang, of Hurondale. gave a very interesting and educa tional talk on Soil Conservation at the Lumley Farm Forum on Monday evening, There were over thirty present, Mr. Jack Cann spent the week end with Mr, Milton McCuIlagh, of Exeter. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Smith spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Johns, of Elimville. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold family, of Woodham, Sunday last with Mr. Jas. Anderson. Mr. Arnold Cann spent Sunday with Mr. Donald Kernick. Mr- Roy McLeod left Monday for the West to visit a month with his parents. bring Shop. You’ll get gs. qiiilclc service as possible and you can be pure of an expert job. and with their A. W. Mor- is holding Hern and visited on and Mrs. Ed’s Machine Shop Two Blocks East Of Main Street on John Street. Saturday Night DANCING OPERA HOUSE, EXETER BOB MOORE and his 8-piece orchestra Dancing 9 to 12 Admission 50c The Canadian Legion, Exeter- Hensail Branch 107 on 1945, in his Friday, with these practical and attractive Coffee Makers An attractive gift—Silex, Magic- Flo and Cory. We Have the Answer to Your Gift Suggestions PENWARDEN — In loving memory of Mr. Albert Penwarden who passed away, December 8th, 1943. Remembrance is a golden chain Death tries to break, but all in vain, To have and love, and then to part, Is the greatest sorrow of the heart. The years may wipe out many things But this will wipe out never, The memory of those happy days When we were all together. —Sadly missed by his loving daugh ter, Priscilla Mack. * PENWARDEN—In loving memory of my dear brother, Albert Pen warden, who passed away two years ago, December 8, 1943, To-day recalls sad memories, Of a day my heart was crushed, When God took you one so quickly, And we all in gloom were thrust, As I loved you, I miss you In my memory you are near, Loved, remembered, longed for, always, Brings many a silent tear. -—.Sadly remembered by his loving sister, Priscilla Smith. WESTCOTT—In loving memory of dear Jack who passed away two years ago, Dec. 8, 19 43, He did not know when leaving home He would no more return, That he in death so soon would sleep And leave us all to mourn, Today as we look at your picture, So loving and tender and true, No wonder otir hearts are broken, Thinking, dear Jack, of you. —Ever remembered by mother and dad, brother and sisters. * W Active Service In Memoriam GANN—Tn lovinUg memory of _our deal* son and Charles Stewart Cann, A10578S* who died of wounds December 8, 1943, in country aders of Italy. Beside the a soldier*: our among the brave* never u------„ can* gladly gave his life* his all. brother, Pte. the service of King ana with the R.C.R. the British Sth crus- Army in Lies lie Moro River in ’S grave, dear son and (,nu uiavd, sliUnhed his Italy, in brother, Country’s These lovely Pyrex pieces and sets will make an attractive gift for the housewife. They will be delighted when they see the many uses for Pyrex. You can watch the food cook to perfection through the glass. —Casseroles -—Double Boilers —/Utility Dishes —Open Balters —Custard Cups —Flameware Skillets —Mixing Bowls —Measuring Cups —3-piece Flaineware Sets —Pie Plates and other attractive pieces Stainless Enamelware Here’s the answer to another Christmas gift for ’ the women folk. We have a good assortment in various color combinations of white and red, white and black, ivory and red, ivory and green and pearl. —Roasting Pans —Double Boilers -—Apartment Sets —Potato Kettles —Pudding Pans —Dish Pans and other handy pieces Toys and Games Make the kiddies happy Christmas morning- with toys under the tree from Traquair’s Toyland. Toys for • children of all ages. You’ll find many games here, too. But _ , _ , . . He died the helpless to defend, A faithful soldier’s noble end, —Always remembered by Daddy, Sisters Mary, Margaret, Jeah and Pearl, brothers Brtice (R.C.A.M.C, Holland) James and Gordon. * Airplane Kits Both solid and flying models A gift any boy will appreciate. These sets are attractive and are in several cplors and de signs. Washable and heat proof. Made of metal and in various sizes, The very thing to keep those tools in order. For the man with a workshop, here’s the answer to his Christ mas box—a plane, hammer, saw, or some other tool for his crib. Extra Pounds Extra Price on Your Cockerels liaateMMB Livestock and Poultry ir, we aren’t kidding. The best Christ mas treat you Can give your livestock and poultry is to feed them Purina, Purina Feeds come to you after being thoroughly tested in the Purina Lab oratories and Farms. These checkered bags con tain choice body building and fattening ingredients to keep your stock healthy. So right now we sug gest that you survey your farmyard and then drop into the store and talk over your feed situation with us. You’re bound to get better results with Purina and' better results means more money in your pocket If you finish them on Fatena Checkers No crates, no mixing, no muss or fuss; just feed Fatena Checkers dry in hoppers—nothing else, uairs Hardware