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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1946-04-25, Page 1Established 1873 Subscription, $2.00 per year EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, APRIL 25th, 1946 Single Copy, 5 cents Seventy-Third Year Beck Collegiate Entertains at High School Commencement The Exeter High School Com­ mencement was held Thursday eve­ ning last in the Exeter Arena with about four hundred persons pres­ ent. The decorations in the school colors of red and black presented a striking effect. The program was presented by the Glee Club of 4<2 voices and ■Sir Adam, under the man. The 25-piece orchestra of the Beck Collegiate, London, direction of C, G. Chap­ program was of excep­ tional merit and was roundly ap­ plauded by an appreciative ■ence, The < numbers numbers, played by by Sheila vocal solo personation by Bill 'Gammon; selec­ tions by the four chorflers, Gerry Crooks, Art Patterson and Ron and Wilson .................................. Park; Sheila Don , _ .student council, welcomed the visi­ tors. R. N. Creech and J. M. South­ cott presented the diplomas and awards mid-way between the pro­ gram, At the conclusion Principal H. L, Sturgis expressed his thanks for the fine entertainment. The Dresentation were as follows: Intermediate certificates — El- donna Bowden, Ina Harris, Edith Hill, Eleanor Hunkin, Janet Kestle, Ilene Kerslake, Norma Moir, Grace iPenhale, Myrna Pym, Nona Pym, . Helen Tasko, Irvine Armstrong, Elmer Campbell, George Dobbs, Ivan Hunter-Duvar, John McKnight, William Tuckey, Douglas Wilson and Claire Wright. Graduation diplomas (end of Grade 12) — June Bierling, Jean Cann, Phyllis Dougall, Annie El- "ford, Irene Finkbeiner, Dorothy "Forrester,. Audrey Gill, Arvis Har- beref,'" Pauline Harberer, Audrey Heimrich, "Marjorie Klopp, Nola • Krueger, Dorothy ''McDougall, Doris Mitchell,. Helen O’Brieii;-Roris Pen- hale, Wanda Tuckey, Donna’ Webb, Bruce Eickmeier, Warren Finlay, audi- ten nine were solos Glee 'Club presented and the orchestra Accordian solos Betty Platt; piano Hill and Art Patterson; by Mary Lou Shute; im- Starling; trio, violin, Joan cello, Betty Morley; piano, Hill. Southcott, president of the Trap Shoot Revived The first trap shoot in this dis­ trict since the wai- was Friday at Spruce Grove, when the air vibrated to of the guns as over 500 ammunition were fired, shooting was on the barred list during the years of war some of the old timers were a trifle rusty. On the other hand there were some good scores made. The veteran of many a competition, Fred Kerr, of Orediton, was high man at the shoot. held Good Centralia, the sound rounds of |As trap Harold Whyte New Lucan Superintendent Mr. Harold Whyte, who h$s been employed with the 'Ontario Hydro Power Commission in Exeter since 1928, has been appointed superin­ tendent of the ILucan office and has taken over his new duties. Mr, Whyte will be missed in Exetei* as in the past few years he has done a remarkable work as Scoutmaster for the Exetei* Troop, devoting con­ siderable time and building up a fine organization. He is a. member of the Exeter Board of Education, the Lions-Ulub and is superintend­ ent of Caven Presbyterian Sunday School and one of the church man­ agers. He will be moving to Lucan as soon as a house can be secured. While regretting to lose Mr, Whyte as a citizen we congratulate on his promotion.- S.S. 2 Hay Honors 1 »■ Returned Boys A very enjoyable evening was spent at the S.S. No. 2 (School House on Thursday, April I8th when a presentation of a gold two- piece collar and chain tie set was fourteen re* this section, R. G. Camp- H. M, Camp- W. E. Greb, D- him Peter Fraser, Robert Gladman and Steve Molnar. Honor graduation diplomas — (end of Grade 13)-—Audrey Dick, Gwenneth Jones, Isabel Taylor, Laurene Zurbrigg, Charles Brown and Winston Shapton. Commercial diplomas (one yeai’ special course) — Audrey Elder, Crtha Gaiser, .Marjorie. Isaac, Jean Jones, Mildred Miller, Evelyn Tay­ lor, Calvert Beckler, Robert Par­ sons and Murray Stephen. Merit awards — Marguerite Ho­ garth, Warren 'Finlay, Bob Glad­ man, Don Southcott, Ross Tuckey and Jim Whyte. Bars (for merit awards already attained in previous years) — Mar­ ian Cowen, Laurene Zurbrigg, Gwenneth Jones, Robert Davis and Peter Fraser. ILions Cluj) awards (highest standing) — 'First form, Frances Taylor; second form, Elmer Camp­ bell; third form, Patricia Hay; fourth form, Peter Fraser; fifth form, 'Gwenneth Jones, Laurene Zurbrigg (tie); commercial, Mar­ jorie Isaac, In expressing his thanks for the entertainment, Mr. Sturgis said that it was the first real musical program Exetei’ has had for some can get enough E.H.S. next Improvements at Arena The Exeter Arena Board, which has in the past ‘been called a com­ mittee, has decided to use the cor­ rect name, the ’name under which the original by-law was passed. The decision to change the name was made at a meeting of the board Tast week. Mr. Ralph Batten was en­ gaged to carry on as caretaker at the arena and it was decided to dig out a basement east of the cellar for a coal bin. It was also decided that later in the summer the iron sheeting should ■ be spray painted with a coat of aluminum in order to protect it from rust. A cement curb is to be erected three feet out from the front of the building to protect it from cars bumping into it. years. “If we musical talent from year, I would like to see a start made on a similar enterprise here,” he said. Wingham Degree Team Here Members of the third degree team from Maitland Lodge No. 119, I.'O.O.F., Wingham visited the Exe­ ter. -Lodge Tuesday evening and ex­ emplified the degree in a manner that Avon for them much praise. Wingham had four candidates and so did the Exeter lodge. The visit­ ing Noble Grand was W. B'anwyck and the ' . _ . diet. A ed the E. M. : served ; sulendid turn-out. s degree master, David Bene- vote of thanks was tender­ visitors by Wm. Cann and Dignan. Refreshments were at the close. There was a 1/...1""" Have You Pains Callouses or s Expert at this store THURSDAY Foot there f He comes only once a year. 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Bieber, bell, G. L, Campbell, bell, W*C. T " ‘ E. J. Greb, Gould, R. E. A. W. Rowe, H. L. Tinney. The early was spent in and euchre,'The high prize in crok­ inole went to Melfort Prouty, the low to Gerald Northcott. The high in euchre went to Mrs. Reg Knight, the low to Mrs. A, Willard. Following this Frank Wildfong, as master of ceremonies, called the boys to the front when the address which follows was read by Homer Russell. .The presentation was made by Percy Campbell and William Geddes. N, S, Stanlake made a very suitable and feeling reply on behalf of the boys .thanking the people for the many remembrances which they had received while serving in vari­ ous parts of the World. Mr. .W'iidfong, in a few well-chos­ en remarks, expressed the heartfelt gratitude of, the section that the fourteen fine young men who en­ listed in the cause of world freedom had all returned safely to their homes and loved ones. The .remain­ der of the evening was spent in dancing with music supplied by the Ford and Martene orchestra. Fol­ lowing is the address: To the Ex-Servicemen of S.S, No. 2 Hay. Gentlemen: It is - with great happiness that we are met here to-night in reunion with you boys who have been away so long. We realize that when you enlisted you laid aside the freedom of civilian life and gave up the pro­ motion of your private business. You were separated from those near and dear to you, and you risked your lives to serve your King and. Country. We appreciate what you have done for us and in humble gratitude for your services we would ask you to accept a small remembrance J, from this section, which is Drqw^ ‘to claim you as its own. " " zThank you. ( Bunsford, A. R, Gould? D L^ Keys, C. R. Knight, N. S. ;Stanlake and part of the evening progressive crokinole Professor of Economics Addresses Lions Club The Exetei* Lions 'Club held their regular supper meeting in the Trivitt Parish Hall Monday evening and after the business of the eve­ ning listened to a very fine address by Dr. M. K. Inman, professor of economics at the University of Western Ontario. Dr. Inman took for his subject, “The Gold Stan­ dard, is it Workable in the Modern World?” He outlined the effect the international' monetary system had on trade between the various coun­ tries. The gold standard had served a very useful purpose but with the present world conditions he did not think it would return. Adequate financing of the nations to meet the industrial needs and to prevent inflation is one of the big problems today. Dr. Inman was introduced by Lion J. B. Creech and a vote of thanks was tendered by H. L. Sturgis. It was decided to donate $100 to the Cancer Fund and $25 to the Y.M.C.A. Aboard lie de France Among the war veterans return­ ing to Canada aboard the He de 'France which is expected to arrive at Halifax today are Pte. <C. Bowman, of Exeter, and Gnr. R. Laing, of Woodham. M. W. at 68 Cruise Atlantic Winston Shapton, a ■ student the O.A.C., Guelph, is one of students from the college who have embarked for Bermuda on a two- week training cruise. The group, members of the University naval training divisions of the R.C.N., sailed from Halifax Tuesday of last week. During the cruise they will take over as quartermasters, look­ out, boatswain’s mates, . stokers, electricians mates. They will also handle such jobs as decks, painting ship and as cooks. This will be the water ents. cruise of mahy of scrubbing assisting first salt-1 the stud- News and Mrs. Jack Feddis and of Winnipeg, are visiting Local Mr- Sheila, with Mr. and Mrs. Samson McFalls. Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Long, of De- troit, and Reg. Wuerth, Of London, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Wuerth. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Walper, of Thedford, were Easter visitors with Mrs. Walper and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stanlake and Mr. Jambs Stanlake. Mr. Elmore Dunn returned to To­ ronto after spending the Easter day with his parents Mr. and Geo, Dunn, of Usborne, and Mr. Mrs. Ray Lanimie, of Centralia. hoii. Mrs, and Mra Otton Honored by Friends Before Leaving On Thursday evening last a num­ ber of friends of Mr. Stan Otton, accountant at the Bank of Montreal who has been transferred as mana­ ger to the branch at Gore Bay, Manitoulin Island, gave him a fine send-off with a banquet and pres­ entation at the Central Hotel. After partaking of a splendid dinner, Dr, Dunlop acted as master of cere­ monies, and Reeve B- W, Tuckey and several others spoke very high, ly of the genial manner of Mr, Ot­ ton which had won for him many friends since coming to Exeter. ‘For He’s A Jolly Good Fellow’ was sung. C. 6. MacNaughton, on be­ half of thbse present, presented Mr-. Otton with a Ronson lighter and Mrs. Otton with a handsome dish. Mr, Otton in expressing his apprecia­ tion, stated that Exeter was recog1 nized as one of the finest towns) serving a district that is second to none in the province. He spoke of the building operations now going on; the good work the Fair Board are doing in fixing up the grounds; the new club-house at the bowling green; Jones & MacNaughton’s pro­ posed seed plant, and he intimated that a good job is going to be done in fixing up the Bank pf Montreal. He has been happily situated irj Exeter and thanked all for the kind­ ness that had been extended to him and Mrs. Otton and the family. A sing song was enjoyed with Mr. Otton, who is a talented musician, at the piano. Local Syndicate Acquires Property The Southcott property at Grand Bend, comprising over 20 0 acres of land with a lake frontage of a mile and a quarter, for which several in­ terests are said to have been bid­ ding, has finally been sold. The new proprietors are branches of the same family ‘ but were not in on the original ownership. They are T. O. Southcott, J. M. South­ cott and H. O. Southcott, of Exeter. Two additional citizens have been added to form a- syndicate. While property has been chang­ ing hands fast in this popular sum­ mer resort the Southcott property has remained a private undertaking in the hands of " the heirs of the late Charles and George Southcott, pioneers of Exeter. The great bulk of the property has remained in the same natural state as when the Indians sought game in the forest, lake and river. Years ago the Aux Sauble River took a turn a few hundred yards east of the lake front and ran south for a distance of about 12 miles before entering Lake Huron. It was owing to this turn that Grand Bend got its name. Fifty-one years ago a canal was dredged that per­ mitted the river to run directly in­ to tlie lake. When the dredging was about half completed the wat­ ers that had backed up behind the dredge carried the remainder of the sand into the lake and formed its own river bottom. The bed of the old river remains with patches of water here and there and this river bed is part of the Southcott property. There is considerable stand of oak and pine timber. Op­ posite the property is what was once an old Indian burying ground. The property has been in the hands of four branches of the Southcott family, with members living at Blenheim, Toronto, De­ troit and California. The disposi­ tion of the property has been in the hands of Miss Freda Spackman, of Blenheim. .It has been estimated that from 800 to 900 cottages could be crowd­ ed into the potential development. The new syndicate have not as yet decided what action will be taken to develop the property. Recreational Director Being Considered A special meeting of the Board of Education was held in the public library Monday evening and met with members of the town council and the Lions Club to consider several applications that have been received for the position of a rec­ reational director for Exeter. It was felt that the Board of Educa­ tion could to advantage Use such a director for a portion of the time in connection with the physical traning at the school and that the town council and the Lions Club would share the cost of such a director for the proniotion of hock­ ey, baseball and other sports as well as hobbies and recreation for the older citizens. The municipal council ’at a special meeting Tues­ day evening decided to bear their share of the cost if a director is secured. It was decided to contact two of the applicants for a person­ al interview. One of them will be in Exeter on Saturday to look the situation over. During the past year the art de­ partment of the National Film Board has provided newspapers with illustrations on subjects of national importance such as ration­ ing and the prevention of inflation. Large Congregations Attend Easter Services at Churches Levelling Fair Grounds A large 'bulldozer belonging to Huron County is being used to level off the grounds of the South Huron Agricultural Society. The old stable on the property has been remodel­ led and fitted up with 16 box stalls. A number of farmers have devoted considerable time and equipment in fixing up the property and several businessmen have made generous offers to heln along with the ex­ penses. Ladies See Slides On Tuesday evening a large gathering of ladies met in the Triv­ itt . Memorial Parish Hall to see slides on Foreign Missions in Af­ rica, India, China, Japan, West and East Indies. There were representa­ tives from every church in town as well as from Hensall. The president of Trivitt Women’s Auxiliary, Mrs. Vernon Heywood presided over the meeting and conducted the talk on the slides. The meeting opened with hymn “From Greenland’s Icy Moun­ tains” followed by prayer by Rev. M. A. Hunt. The vast amount of work yet to be done in the Mission Fields was stressed-1 especially in Africa, where the people there are undergoing great changes socially and spiritually due to the six years of war. The meeting concluded with a hymn and benediction after which a cup of tea was served. Shower for Bride-Elect A very enjoyable evening was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A, Moir when about forty neigh­ bors and friends both from town and country gathered in honor ot Miss Audrey Sims, bride-elect of this week. The evening was spent in contests, singing and solos by Mrs. G. Taylor, readings by Mrs. B. Ballantyne followed by a comic duet by Mrs, M. Beckler and Mrs. E. Mitchell, acting as bride and groom after which a decorated wagon was drawn in by Mrs. A. Moir filled with both useful and beautiful gifts. Audrey although taken by surprise made a very fit­ ting reply. A dainty lunch was then served from the dining room table which was decorated with a large wedding cake. Tea was poured by Miss Nettie Keddy. ^Accident in Iceland Delays Trip Home FO. Stewart Fuke, who was 20 months overseas with the R.C.IA.F., arrived home IF'riday of last week. Stewart was navigator on one of the Dakotas that returned home by air. They were held up at Iceland for almost a week the result of an accident when one of the wings of the plane was run into and dam­ aged after landing at the Iceland airport. It was necessary to send back to England for repairs. On the last lap home they were ten hours in the air and had some trouble with ice forming on the plane. At one time one of the en­ gines went dead and while in the act of making some adjustments the other engine failed creating no little concern but fortunately one of the engines came on .immediately much to the relief of the six men aboard. Local News Cpl. Ray Weido, of Trenton, spent the holidays with his mother. Mrs. Laura Weido Mrs. Frank Newman of Kingston, spent the holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Seldon. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Waghorn and family, of Hamilton, called >on friends in Exeter this week. Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Roulston, Gail and Karen, of Simcoe, spent Sun­ day and Monday with relatives in Exeter. Pte. Allan Gould, wife and fam­ ily, Mary and 'Shirley, of London, spent the holiday with Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Gould. Miss Nancy Clark, of Thedford, is spending the Easter holidays with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sweitzer. Mr. A. W. Powell, of Casper, Wy­ oming, U.S.A., arrived in Exeter Monday to make his home with his nephew, J. W. and Mi's. Powell. Miss Isabelle Anthony, of Ham­ ilton, and Miss Helen Anthony, of ’Alma College, St. Thomas, are holi­ daying With their parents, Rev. Jas. and *Mfs. Anthony. Mr, and Mrs. A. R. Ellsmere and daughter Gwynne, of Capreol, Ont., have been visiting for several days with Mrs. Ellsmere’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Buswell. Among those from London who spent Good Friday and Easter in Exeter Were: Mrs. Ashton and Judy,, with Mr. and Mrs. W, W. Taman; Miss Alma Richards at her home; Miss Katharine Armstrong, Miss Marjorie May, Miss Helen Snell, Miss 'Florence Southcott, Donald Traquair, Miss Shirley Motz. Good Friday Service There was a fine turn-out fop the Good Friday morning service of worship in the Caven Presbyterian church, sponsored by the Minister­ ial Association. A union choir pro­ vided the music. Rev, Mr, MacLean presided and an inspirational ser­ mon in keeping with the occasion was preached by Rev. Wm. Mair, of Thames Road Church. At Caven Church The' Easter 'Sunday ser.vice in Caven Presbyterian church was ex­ ceptionally well attended and was featured by Easter music with Mrs, Cochrane at the console. Two an­ thems were sung, '“'Christ is Risen” with Mrs. Sillery taking a. solo part, and “Victory Bells.” The minister. Rev. K. MacLean, delivered a very excellent sermon. At Main Street Church Easter music featured the serv­ ices at Main Street United church on Sunday and at the morning service the Lord’s Supper was ob­ served and it was one of the largr est communion services in years. The minister, Rev. N. J. Woods, preached in the morning from the text, “Because <1 Live Ye Shall Live Also”, John 14:9, expressing the belief that the Easter message was one of reassurance and that the resurrection story must not be left as an historical event but become a living reality in the life of each individual. In the evening Rev. Wm.. Mair, of Thames Road, spoke on the Resurrection story of the walk to Emmaus. The minister was .in charge of the service. The Easter music at the morning service was an anthem, “Easter Dawn,” with solo part by Dorothy Davis; quartette, “He Is Risen,” Mrs. Hockey, Misses Dorothy Davis, Mabie Follick and Helen Dignan; anthem, “Hallelujah”; duet, “Were You There,” 'Frank Wildfong and. Harold Skinner. In the evening the anthems wer^ “Christ the Lord is Risen Today” with solo part by Miss Dorothy Davis and “Bells of Easter”; solo “My Friend of .Cal­ vary,” by Mrs. N. Hockey. At Trivitt Church Two communions were held Eas­ ter Sunday morning at Trivitt Memorial church and there was a splendid -congregation present at the morning service. The theme of the rector's sermon was “The Glor­ ious Victory.” An anthem “The Resurrection Morn” was sung by the choir with solo by Allan Elston. Mrs. Nina Byers sang a .solo, “I Know that my Redeemer Liveth.” At .Tames Street Church cThe largest congregation in many months was in attendance at the Easter morning service in the James Street United church. A fea­ ture of the service was the beauti­ ful array of Tillies and flowers that adorned the pulpit rostrum placed in memory of .members of the con­ gregation who had .passed away during the past year. The pastor, Rev. Mr. Irwin, delivered a very impressive sermon, the theme being “Carry on, my Soul, Carry on.” Special music was furnished by the choir. The anthem was “The Heav­ ens are Telling.1” A quartette “.Were You There” was sung by Walter Cutbush, A. E. Wuerth, L. Wein and E. Lindenfield. At the evening service the choir presented the sacred cantata “The Red of the Dawn.” The music was directed by Mr. Wein and the Easter story was told by the minister. Solo parts were taken by Walter Cutbush and M. Alderson. Two duets were sung, one by Mrs. P. McFalls and A. E- Wuerth and the other by Mrs. Thos. Coates and Miss Reta Rowe. There Lilley-McFalls A wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mc­ Falls, R.R. 1, Lucan, When their daughter, Beryl Eileen, became the bride of Robert L. Lilley, only son of Mr. and Mrs. George Lilley, Brisbin street, London. Rev. Gor­ don Weir, of Gentralia United Church performed the ceremony. Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a floor-length gown of white net over satin with finger­ tip veil held in place with a coronet of white gardenias. She carried a bouquet of roses and sweet peas, The bridesmaid. Miss Helen Mc­ Falls, sistei’ of the bride wore a floor-length gown of blue lace over taffeta with shoulder-length veil and carried & bouquet of pink and white earnations. The groom was attended by Jack Doerkson, of Lon- don. Wedding music was played iby Miss Mary -Cartier, of Clandeboye. Following the ceremony, the wed* ding dinner was served after which. Mr. and Mrs. Lilley* left to spend their honeymoon in Toronto, the bride travelling in a brown gabar­ dine coat with cerise crepe dress and brown accessories, Two old maid sisters had lived together for a long time. One eve­ ning one of them Was hoard prby- ihgt “Dear Lord, I ask nothing for myself, I am not selfish, hut please send my sister a brother-in-law?*- it