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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1947-05-15, Page 8Page 8 • Every lug equal length— equal spacing. • Does more work in less time. • Pulls heavier loads. ” SADDLE on •flRESW rr the PSO^ID C-E-N-T-R-E TREAD SEE YOUR GOOD/YEAR x DEALER Snelgrove Tire & Electric Phone 18w Exeter Vulcanizing THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, MAY 15th, 1947 SHOWER FOR BRIDE-ELECT On -Friday night, about 2(1 ladies surprised Miss Ruby King, bride­ elect of next Saturday, with a mis­ cellaneous shower at her apart­ ment. The evening was spent with games and contests. Readings were given by Miss Bernice Haist and Mrs. Robert Jeffery. The bride was escorted to her chair Myrtle Haist assisted the bride in opening the gifts. Ruby thanked the ladies present in a very pleasant manner, a delicious lunch was served by Miss Bernice Haist, Miss Marion Brown and Miss Schenk. i and Miss j Gladys service church render- ZION A special Mother’s Day was observed during the hour on Sunday. Music was ed by the choir with solo parts taken by Mrs. J. Dykeman. Read­ ings were given by Mrs. Gerald Hern, Mrs. Morris Hern, Marilyn Hern, Marion Brock, Kathleen Johns and .Anna Brock. Mr. and Mrs. James Earl attend­ ed the baptismal service of their granddaughter, Margaret Johns, at Elimville. church on Sunday and visited during the day with Mr. and Mrs. Phil Johns. Mr. and Mrs. Orville Snell, of London, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Eph. Hern. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Rowcliffe, of Exeter, visited on Sunday even­ ing with Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Brock. Mr. and Mrs. M. Dobson and family, of Kirkton, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hern and family, of Kirkton, Mr. and Mrs. Phil Hern and family of Winchelsea, and ,Mr. and Mrs. Ward Hern and family visited on Sunday with Mrs. J. T. Hern. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Brock and family visited on Sunday with Mr. t and Mrs. George Earl, of Exeter. ! Church and Sunday School will ; be cancelled on Sunday owing to the anniversary services at the [Woodham United Church.I J HENSALU par- Lon- May 11th, to Mr. ana Emma Mc- for was Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Drysdale spent the week-end in Toronto. Miss Martha Heideman spent the wepk-end at 'her home in Zurich. Mr. and Mrs. Ferris Cantelon and the Lon- Mrs, family, of Cooksville, spent week-end here. Mrs. Peppier, of Hanover, a recent visitor with Mr. and James Bonthron. Mrs. E. C. Murray, of Toronto, was a week-end guest with Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Cross. Dr. Wm. T. Joynt. of London, was a visitor with his mother, Mrs. Alice Joynt, over the week-end. Mr. and Mrs. Lome Luker visit­ ed recently with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Snow and son at Thames Road. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Passmore re­ turned home from a pleasant visit with relatives in Yorktown, N.Y. Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Case were re­ cent visitors with the former’s ents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Reid, in don. Miss June Saundercock, of don, visited with her mother, Annie Saundercock, over the week­ end. Mr. Geo. Otterbine, of Preston, visited over the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Otter­ bine. Mr. and Mrs. Ferguson, of don, were week-end visitors the latter’s parents, Mr. and Norman Jones. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Scruton family, of Port Dover, spent week-end with Mrs. A. Scruton Mr. T. Shaddick. Miss Goldie Cross, R.N. of West­ minster Hospital, London, visited recently with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Cross. Mr. Wilson Berry, of Toronto, and Mr. Ed. Berry, of Windsor, at­ tended the funeral of the late Mrs. Sarah Broadfoot on Monday. Mrs. Lome McNaughton and Bar­ bara spent the week-end in Toronto visiting with Miss Helen (McNaugh­ ton and Mr. and Mrs. John Duncan. Dr. Arthur McAllister and daugh­ ter, Miss Helen McAllister, of Georgetown, visited over the week­ end with Mr. and Mrs. L. Baynham, Miss Helen Moil* and Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Moir. Mr. and Mrs. Lome Elder and little son, and Mr. K. C. Passmore, of Hamilton, Mr. Lloyd Passmore and Judy, of Delhi, were week-end visitors with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Passmore. The Hensall Tennis Club are holding their first meeting in the Club House at the Tennis Court on Monday, May 19th, at 7:30 p.m. We urge all members to attend. Membership fees will be accepted. Mrs. Ivan Kipfer, accompanied by Miss Irma Kipfer, motored to Port Stanley on Saturday and vis­ ited with the former’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Greene. They were accompanied home by Miss Lois Greene. Funeral services were held on Tuesday for the four month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. MacGregor, of the 2nd concession of Tuckersmith. The infant been ill in hospital since birth passed away on Monday. Anniversary services will he served in Carmel Presbyterian Church, Hensall, on Sunday, May 18th, when Rev. Kenneth MacLean, of Exeter, will be er. Special music der the direction Dougall. The teachers of lie School and Mr. supervisor, wish to thank all those who so kindly provided transporta­ tion for the children competing in the recent music festival in Goder­ ich. The results were very gratify­ ing for the children’s first ence in such competition, winning certificates in solo were: Audrey Walsh 85; Lon- with Mrs. had and ob- Annossnemg few Co-op Fence Master the guest speak- by the choir un- of iMrs. Malcolm the Hensail Pub- Rannie, music STILL GBEATEB WXUE Added features at no increase in price The Co-op Fence Master has the same mechanism and signal light as found in the more expensive fencers. Operates on either Hot Shot Battery or Dry Cells, giving extra shock and battery life. Signal Light — Indicates at all times when controller and fence are operating property. Improved — Rlgh-low current giving more power with reduced operating cost. Cabinet — Modern streamlined crinkly finish. Buy Through YOUR LOCAL CO-OP Affiliated With ‘Hie United Fanners Co-operative Co. Ltd. 2® SL Toronto, 2, fWKWffl experi- Those classes Ronald Chutei' 82; Marilyn Mousseau 81. High marks were obtained in chor­ us work 'by each grade with Grade IV winning first prize in their class, an educational picture donated by Huron County. Mother’s Day services in the local churches were largely attend­ ed. Rev. P. A. Ferguson, of Carmel Presbyterian Church, administered baptism to the children of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bell, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Tinney, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Charles IForrest. The choir sang an anthem entitled •‘Praise the Lord and Rejoice.” Mrs. J. W. Bonthron was soloist. Rev. R. A. Brook, minister of the Hen­ sail United Church, was assisted at the service by Mr. Edison Forrest, superintendent of the Sunday School. Miss Ruth Hess read the story. The children, of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Smillie, Mr. and Mrs. Ken­ neth Elder, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Elder and (Mr. and Mrs. Ross Rich­ ardson were baptized. Flowers were placed in memory of Mrs. Chas. McDonell and Mrs. Albert 'Spencer by the members of their families. Rev. M. A. Hunt conducted the service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church when the children of the congregation assisted the choir and sang a suitable spring hymn. Youngest Contestant Wins Second in Class Congratulations to Keith Hod­ gins, five-year-old son of Mr, and Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins of Centralia, who came second in the six year and under class for piano playing at the Goderich Musical Festival He also received a pair of pictures for being the youngest contestant at the festival. Eleanor May entered the eight year and under class and secured 75 marks. These talented youngsters were accompanied to Goderich Thursday last by their mother, their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Mitchell and Mrs. Ivan Crawford. 0 Announcements Birth, Notices eharg-e. ____Alemorjnm NoticeM 50c tor ^Incrle verse, 25c extra for each o<ldl- tional verse. Engageni eats 50c Death anti Marriage are inserted free oi Card ot Thaiiku 50c. In BIRTHS BEATTIE—On Sunday, in Wingham Hospital, Mrs. S. Beattie (nee Bride), a son, a brother Karon. CAMPBELL Hospital, 14, 1947, Campbell, FREE AIR ■———- - - Howdy Folks! Bride—“Why is the umpire wear­ ing that wire over bis face, honey?” Groom — ‘‘To keep from biting the ball players, dear.” ‘ Do you drink?” asked the min­ ister of the candidate for sheriff. “Is this an invitation or an investi­ gation?” asked the candidate. And if yon investigate our gas, oil and lubrication service, you’ll find that it’s tops in every way. It’s the kind of service that keeps your car running longer with better performance. Drive in today. WRECKING 1929 Chevrolet South End Service Station Russ and Chuck Snell Phone 326 DASHWOOD Chester Gaiser, who spent Loudon, has returned Thomplinson, tile of week-end Mr. some time in to his home. Mrs. Geo. troit, spent lelatives here. Mr. and Mrs. of Chesley, and Jimmy Taylor, the week-end Chas. Steinhagen. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Genttner, of Exeter, spent Sunday with his par­ ents here. Mrs. Milford Mason and son, of Palmerston, spent a few days here. Quite a number from here atten­ ded the funeral of the late Morgan G'ill at Grand Bend on Sunday. Mr. Wm. Mason is at St. Joseph's Hospital underwent an operation dicitis. Mrs. W. Cutting and and Calvin and Miss June Cutting, of Exeter, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Carl Maier and family of town. Mrs. Carl Maier and infant son, Robert Frederick, have returned home from Mrs. Godbolt’s hospital in Exeter. We extend our congrat­ ulations. Miss Grace Maier, of the Bell Telephone staff, of London, spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Maier. They also attended the reunion of the confirmation classes of the past fifteen years held in the Lutheran Church on Sunday evening. Mother’s Day services were held in the Evangelical Sunday School last Sunday. A special program was given and Mrs. J. S. Witzel, the oldest mother in the Sunday School, .was presented with a beautiful plant. Rev, and Mrs. J. S. Burn are moving their household effects ,to Crediton this week. Rev. Burn has completed forty-five years of ser­ vice in .the ministry and following the Sunday evening service they were presented with a handsome purse of money, read by Mr. presentation •M. Tie man. Dashwood __ ___ baseball scene .after an absence of twenty years. A team has been en­ tered in the * Huron-Perth League and will play .in the South Group With Lucan, St. Marys, Exeter and Centralia Air School. The first game will be played on the Dash­ wood diamond May 24th t at 3.30 p.m opposition. A large >group of play­ ers have been working out nightly and are slowly rounding into shape. Arrangements are being completed for a girls’ softball game to precede the baseball tilt on the 24th. Czar Steinhagen, Mr. and Mrs. of London, .spent with Mr. and Mrs. D. was has — At Mrs. Godbolt’s on Wednesday, May to Mr. and Mrs. Roy of Exeter, a son DUNDAS—At Dr. Fletcher’s Hos­ pital, Exeter, on Sunday, May 11, 1947, to Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Dundas, of Stephen Township, a son. GARDINER — Mr, and Mrs. Mel­ vin Gardiner, Thames Road, are happy to announce the arrival of their daughter, Marilyn Joyce at Dr. Fletcher’s Hospital, on Sunday, May 11, 19 47. SNIDER——In St, Joseph’s Hospital, London, on Wednesday, May 7, 1947, to Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Sni­ der, a daughter (Linda Irene). WESTON—At Mrs. Hunter’s Nurs­ ing- Home on Saturday, May 10, 1947, to Mr, and Mrs. Walter Weston, of Dashwood, ter (Alice Colleen). Mrs. J, A, Simpson, of Chatham wishes to announce the engage­ ment of her niece, Georgia Elliott to Stewart Charles, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wright, of the marriage 7 th. Wright, of Crediton, to take place June * CARDS Mr. Jack a daugh- DEATHS BROADFOOT — At her dence on the Parr Line in Hay Township on Friday, May 9th, 19 47, Sarah Horton, widow of the late James Broadfoot. GILL—<At Victoria Hospital, Lon­ don, on Thursday, May Sth, 1947 Morgan Gill, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Wellwood Gill, of near 'Grand Bend, in his 17th year. ZURBRIGG—In Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, May Sth, 19 47, Charles Ethelbert (Bert) Zurbrigg, aged 61 years. ENGAGEMENTS late resi- OF THANKS TO FARMERS . — Parsons wishes thank all those who so kindly membered him with cards and treats while he was a patient in Victoria Hospital, London. 15c to re- Mr. and Mrs. Wellwood Gill and Colleen' and Joan wish to thank all the friends and neighbors who so kindly helped during their sad bereavement. Special thanks to Mr. ■Cleave, members of the choir, Mrs. M. Tieman and Harry Hoffman. * Mrs. Zurbrigg and Laurene desire >to express their grateful apprecia­ tion to then* very kind neighbors and friends for their assistance and expressions of sympathy during their recent sad bereavement; also for the flowers, cards and acts of kindness shown during Mr. Zur- brigg’s illness. * Goderich elevator refunds are now available, The refund from the Goderich Elevator and Transit Co. Ltd. of overcharges made on grain loaded in bags during the period of August 1G, 1043, to June, 1945, is now held in trust by the Federation of Agriculture of IIurAn County for distribution. All farmers and feeders in the County who assumed this over­ charge may secure refunds by fur­ nishing proofs as to grain purchas­ ed. on which overcharges were paid. A sheet of explanation as to proofs, etc., is being sent out to the township units and may be se­ cured from your local secretary. By agreement with the Goderich Elevator and W.P.T.B., the un­ claimed residue may be used for Junior Farmer organizations in the County. Anyone wishing to do so may assign their claims for tliis purpose. All claims must be made within thirty days of the above no­ tice to W. V. Roy, Secretary-Treas­ urer of Huron County Federation of Agriculture. Any Huron County farmers who purchased grain from Bruce Coun­ ty dealers, should present their claims to Bruce County Federation of Agriculture. 8:15 Band Concert Well Presented Another enjoyable concert by the Exeter Citizens’ Band was well attended Sunday night, in Leav­ itt’s Theatre. Opening with “O Canada” the Band, under the lead­ ership of Ted Walper, presented an entirely new program of march­ es, waltzes, overtures and seren­ ades. One feature of the concert was a Wuerth. timated be held June. ofMr. and Mrs. Crediton, Ont., the engagement Dorothy Irene, Jones, only son of Mr. George Jones, Exeter, marriage to take place the latter part of May. William wish to of their to Ray Ratz, announce daughter, Gladwin and Mrs. Ont., the trombone solo by Ray Bandmaster Walper in- that another concert would in the park some time in A short action story want ad—results. Ontario British Flood Relief De­ wi th present in where he for appen- sons Robt. The address was Weber and the made by Mr. J. returned to the with Lucan ' supplying the A large >group of play* Russia plans to nearly double j its sugar production next year. I V For Eight Long Years the People of Britain Have Patiently Suffered from War, Storm, Cold and Flood, and Help is Urgently Needed. Th is is the First Opportunity the People of Ontario Have Had to Show in a Tangible Manner the Sincerity of their Sympathy for the People of Britain and They are Called on for an All-Out Drive for; Money in large and small amounts for which you will receive a temporary and later an of­ ficial receipt, which may be used to reduce your income tax. Give a little more than you can spare — then you really give. Goods in clothing, bedding, table linen, etc., all of wliich must be good, clean and mended. Do not contribute fancy dresses or dross suits, or soil­ ed or worn out articles. They will only be destroyed, and cause only worry and trouble. Food tea, coffee, meats, etc., only as contained in the original packages as you might pur­ chase from a store. No 'food in glass containers nor perishable foods can ho accepted. MONEY DONATIONS May be secured by contribution or canvass. Temporary receipts in the name of the Ontario British Flood Relief must be given, and a list of donations with names and addresses kept as well as a duplicate copy of receipt in the stub of the receipt book. Money, list and stubs must be delivered to the Treasurer promptly, so that he may send the lists and money to headquarters at Toronto, from where an official receipt will be sent to the donor.