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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1947-06-26, Page 1EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, JUNE 26th, 1947Seventy-Fourth Year Councils Discuss ^ames Henry Hookey New High School The municipal councils of Ex­ eter, Hensall, Stephen, Usborne and Hay townships met with the Exeter' High School Area Board in the new school Monday evening. Dr. H. H, Cowan, chairman of the Board, pre­ present school in at- of the sided and outlined the crowded conditions at the and the expected increase tendance at the beginning next term. Two propositions were put before the meeting. One was an addition to the present school building, plans of which were sub­ mitted to the meeting and the other was an entirely new building on a new site. Figures were ad­ vanced as to the probable cost, the government grants and the esti­ mated cost to each municipality on the equalized assessment. One sug­ gestion was made that the cost might be divided on a basis of fifty per cent on the equalized assess­ ment and fifty per cent on the at­ tendance from each municipality. The estimated cost of additions to the present building is $350,000 which meat, would more, to be ernment. The question arose as to Exeter assuming an -additional share of the cost owing to the bene­ fits derived from the school. The meeting adjourned for the differ­ ent councils to go more thoroughly into the matter and to meet Thurs­ day evening of this week to view the present site and the grounds available. includes $30,000 for equip- An entirely new building run from $50,000 to $60,000 the greater part of the cost borne by the provincial gov- Stores Open Monday At a meeting of the Commercial Committee of the Exeter Chamber of Commerce held in the Town Hall Monday afternoon it was decided that the stores of lExeter main open Monday, June would close at 6 o’clock, chants will also observe nesday afternoon holiday. It was also decided that day comes on a fore Christmas would the stores evenings before. would re- 30th, but The mer- the Wed- only when a holi- Saturday and be- and New Years remain open the Friends in Exeter of the late James Henry Hookey, Sr. were shocked on Thursday morning of I last week to learn that he had sud­ denly passed away. (Mr. Hookey had not been in good health for a couple of years, particularly since Febru­ ary last. He had returned’ only the week previous from Westminster Hospital where he had been receiv­ ing treatment and was able to be around as usual. morning when Mrs. went to call him for was found that he had death being due to a Mr. Hookey was born at Newport on the Isle of Wight where he was married to Fanny Ellen Gale who died in Exeter in June 1942, being in her 67th year. The family came to Canada in 1912. Three years lat­ er he joined the 58th battalion in Toronto and went overseas where he served for three years and then returned to Canada. In 19-3 7 the family moved to 'Exeter where they have been esteemed residents. Sur­ viving are two sons, James H. Hookey, Jr., of town, also a veter­ an of the First Great War, and Ronald, of Sarnia; also three grandsons and two granddaughters. Two sisters and one brother, Mrs. Winscom, Miss 'Bertha Hookey and Robert Hookey reside on the Isle of Wight and one sister, Mrs. Ger­ trude Preshaw lives in Edinburgh, Scotland, from his afternoon Langford, ceived church, the neighbors, Jones & May, E. J. Wethey, Mr. and 'Mrs. John R. Mitchell, of Oshweken and 'the family. The pallbearers were Messrs. W. C. Allison,. A. O. Elliot, J. N. Willis, J. W. Hern, J. H. Jones and S. Sweitzer. Those pres­ ent from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Hookey, of Sarnia; Mr. and Mrs. Oakley, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Campbell and Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Quarrier, all of London, the latter were formerly of the Wight. (Isle copy). I On Thursday Hookey, Jr. breakfast it passed away, heart attack. The funeral late residence conducted by Floral tributes from Trivitt was held Saturday Rev. Mr. were re­ Memorial of Wight papers •Pit NINETIETH BIRTHDAY—Mrs. C. A. Southcott long friend, Mrs. E. A. Follick, arc pictured here cards received on Mrs. Southcott’s ninetieth birthday, Thursday of last week. —Staff Photo and her life­ going over the Isle of please visitorsCompliment youi' holiday by phoning the news to the Times- Advocate. Single Copy 5 cents Elected D.D.G.M. Mr. Clark Fisher was elected D.D.G.M. for Huron at the Grand Lodge meeting of the I.O.O.F. held in Hamilton last week. Injures Fingers in Fan Mrs. G. Rether had the misfor­ tune Friday of last week to have the tendons of several fingers of the right hand severed when the hand accidentally came in contact with the revolving blades of an electric fan. She is at present carrying the arm in a cast. their 23rd. with After held. Racey-Elhot Amid a setting of peonies and snapdragons in James Street Unit­ ed Church. Exeter, Marlon Mildred Elliot, R.N., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A, O. Elliot, was united in marriage to George Maurice Racey son of Mr, and Mrs. Maurice Racey Barkhill. Rev. A. B. Irwin ated. Given in marriage by her the bride was lovely slipper satin, artistically with French embroidery, leafed crown set off a broidered .veil that fell in soft folds to the floor. Cascades of rose petals and fern showered from her bouquet of red roses. Maid of hon­ our, Jean, sister of the bride, wore frosted pink organza and carried a bouquet of sweetheart roses. She was also attended by two brides­ maids, Fay Lonnee, of Windsor, and Hazel Staddon, of West Lome, classmates of the bride and gradu­ ates of St. Joseph’s Hospital. They were dressed alike in white eyelet organza with azure accessories and carried colonial nosegays of sweet­ heart roses. Flower girl, Sandra Snider, 3-year-old niece of the bride, was adorable in a floor­ length gown of gold taffeta and carried a yellow and lavender nosegay, Frank Racey, brother of the groom, acted as best man, while Bill Freele, of Parkhill, and Larry Snider, of Exeter, ushered the guests. During the ceremony, Mrs. -Sturgis sang “The Prayer” and “I Love You A reception was held Central Hotel, Exeter. The mother was charming in pink silk with black accessories and a cor­ sage of groom’s figured corsage For her travelling ensemble, the bride chose shell pink gabardine with white accessories and corsage. After a trip to Muskoka, Mr, and Mrs. Racey will reside in Exeter. offici- father, whitein designed A triple long em- Lord’s Truly.” at the bride’s matching snapdragons. The mother was lovely in a brown two-piece suit and of yellow carnations. Ladies’ Summer I Laclies’ Summer Hand Bags in bright colors, wash­ able materials. Regular prices $2.75 and $3.95— all at one price-—clearing at $1.95 each. Hand Bags On Sale at $1.95 Each Boj'S’ Summer Wash Suits Summer wash suits for boys, ages 2 to 6 years, in several good styles and color combinations. Ladies’, Misses’ and Girls’ Ladies’ and Misses’ Summer Blouses Short and long sleeves in sheers, silk jerseys, etc. Just arrived the summer season. for S.S. No, 5 Usborne Enjoys Annual Picnic S.S. No. 5 Usborne held annual school picnic on June A picnip supper was served an abundance of food for all. the supper hour sports were The following are the results of the races. Grades 1 and 2, Allan Rundle; grades 3 and 4, girls, Pat­ ricia Sillery; boys, Wallace Fisher; grades 5 to 8, girls, Dorcas Sillery; boys, Bennett Fisher; men’s race, August Gregus; tiny tots, Carole Westcott; relay race, Dorcas Sillery and Alexia Lostell; sack race, Maureen Stewart, Dorcas Sillery; three-legged sac? race, Hugh Run­ dle, Wallach = F.Sher; wheelbarrow race, Dorcas Sillery, Hugh Rundle; duck walk, Billy 'McFalls; carry­ ing a partner, Helen Westcott and Victor Jeffery; kick-the-slipper, Beverley Heywood; thimble and straw race, Arthur Rundle’s side; slipper scramble, Mr. and Mrs. Vic­ tor Jeffery; bubble gum contest, Beverley Heywood; spot walk, Mrs. Ed. Westcott. Following the sports events, moving pictures were enjoy­ ed by all. Everybody reported a good time. i Union Services The union services between Main St. and Janies St. United churches will be held during the months of July and August. During the month of July and in the morning only union services will be held in James St. church conducted by Rev. H. J. Snell, who comes to Janies St. from Auburn and who will 'be inducted on Friday, July 4th. Mr. Lawrence Wein and the Janies St. choir will have charge of the music. Rev. J. Mahoney, who conies to Main from Peterborough will have holidays during July and will be ducted into his new charge early in August. The services in August will be held in Main .street church with the Main St. choir in charge of the music. Evening services will be withdrawn. H. St. his in- Silk Underwear We have a large range of silk undergarments in briefs, panties and bloomer styles in Watson and Stanfield makes; also featuring the new Skintees for misses. Ask to see this new popular style. Young- Men’s Sport Coats In plain or check patterns, smart colors at $18 to $23.50, ® Supersilk, Orient and Pollyanna Nylon Hosiery for ladies. New summer shades, in all sizes—a large range to choose from. Haugh’s “88” Overalls and Pants Most sizes in stock. As they scarce, get a pair now. are Bathing Suits We have a large range of bathing suits for ladies, men and children, featuring the popular Catalino make for men and boys. Boys’ Blue Overalls All sizes will be in stock this week. Also assortment of boys’ cotton pants for .everyday wear. © We are ready foi- the hot weather with a large range of ladies’ wear—slacks, summer blouses, shorts, dresses for street and house wear, skirts, etc. ® Men’s all elastic, coatless braces now in stock. Men’s Brown Canvas Laced Boots Rubber’ soles and heels, for every­ day wear, if you find a regular farm boot too heavy. Price $2.95 pair. Men’s Straw Hats For the warm weather, you will enjoy wearing a light straw hat. We have a very good selection, sizes 0% to 71/2 at $2.00 to $2;95 each. » Women’s and Girls’ Beach Shoes In a variety of styles and colors— Sandals, Ties, etc., at $2.00 to $3.95 pair. Special Values for Thursday, Friday & Saturday Disposes of practice Dr. R. H. Doyle, who «,.medical practitioner in Exeter for I the past two years, has disposed of his practice and property to Dr. F. | J. Milner. Dr. Milner gets posses­ sion the Sth of July and will move from his present location into the new office on Main Street. Dr. Doyle is locating just outside of Sarnia with the intention of mov­ ing into that city when suitable ac­ commodation can be secured. Dur­ ing their residence here Dr. Doyle has been interested in civic welfare and together with Mrs. Doyle and j Patricia has made the low has been . James St HOriOFS Rev., Airs, Irwin On Friday evening of last week the Women’s Association of th© James St. United church entertain­ ed the choir to a banquet and the banquet was followed by a meet­ ing of the congregation as a fare­ well for Rev. A. B. and Mrs, Ir­ win, who after a successful pas- Jtorate of five years are leaving! many best wishes of whom will them to their new' home. of Devine ,St.i be<‘oines tlxe Pastor fliends’| United church. 6.30 the with their down to bountifully ': of a fol-At choir sat and I partook (served by the members of the husbands or wives nicely decorated laden tables and sumptuous repast Wdmen”s Associa-S!,ition' Afr tlle dose of the banquet? O4.V* Z1 n P* CAn .er wac rxvrA The Mr. the and a sing song was enjoyed followed by games. With Mrs. Thos. Coates president of the W.A. presiding, the organist and choir leader, Mr, Lawrence Wein was presented with a handsome mirror. Mr. Wein ex­ pressed his appreciation. While the choir program was going on in -one of the classrooms members of the congregation as­ sembled in the main schoolroom and at the conclusion of the choir program the two joined in a Sing­ le group as a surprise and a .soc­ ial gathering for Mr. and Mrs. Irwin. A short program began with a sing song led by Mr. Law- renee Wein with Mr. G. C. Koch the piano. Mrs. a solo. Mrs, who was Sheldon MacKay-Amy James Street United Church the scene of a pretty wedding urday afternoon, June 21st, when Rev. A. B. Irwin united in mar­ riage Dorothy Elizabeth Amy, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Amy, to John Murdock MacKay, only son of the late Mr. and Mrs. A. H. MacKay, of St. Thomas. White tapers in tall can­ delabra formed the setting in the church with ferns and mixed sum­ mer flowers in white baskets, wedding music was played by Lawrence Wein, organist of church. Mrs. Emmery Fahrner daughter Norma, aunt and cousin of the bride, sang the Lord’s Prayer and during the signing of the reg­ ister, “All Joy be Thine.” Given in marriage by her father, the bride was lovely in a white satin gown of drop shoulder style with nylon yoke. Points of lace out­ lined the folds of satin around the yoke, and a full skirt extended to a slight train from the fitted bod­ ice. Her long veil fell from a cor­ onet of pearls and she carried a} white Bible with white streamers i tied with bouvardia and rose petals. She wore a string of pearls, the j gift of the groom. Mrs. Elvin Bearss, as matron of honor, was ’ gowned in pink net over taffetaj with ruffled lace-edged flounce ex-j tending to a large how at the back, with matching headdress and car-] rying a colonial nosegay of car-' v . - - --—nations and snapdragons. The‘?d Hwin with a cheque. Mr. bridesmaids, Miss Donna Speck, of ' stated that they had enjoy- London, and Miss Margaret Rate, • in Exeter and cousin of the .bride, were gowned in blue net over taffeta in similar style with matching headdress and carrying colonial nosegays. Little Sandra Firkbeiner and Donna Eagleson, nieces of the bride, as flower girls, wore long yellow taf­ feta gowns trimmed with lavender and matching headdresses and car­ ried lavender nosegays. The groom was attended by Mr. Elvin Bearss, of Humberstone. . The ushers were Fred Morlock, cousin of the bride, and Donald Gay. of London. at sang Toronto, niece Mrs. two very interesting readings^ J. Hodgert Lila Cole, of visiting her Wein, gave ■“ J. A piano duet was played By Messrs. Koch and Sturgis. At the conclus­ ion . of the program Rev. and Mrs. Irwin were called to the front .and J. M. Southcott, chairman for the evening, spoke of the pleasant as­ sociations and the splendid Christ­ ian leadership given by Mr. Mrs. Irwin in all branches of church’s activities and wished them happiness their new field Jones on behalf of the various __ ganizattons of the church present- and success of labor. J. and the for in H. or- ! had received splendid co-operation from all organizations. Mrs. Irwin also stated that she had enjoyed working with the Sunday School and other organizations. Forming into groups a delight­ ful lunch was served by the ladies and the meeting closed with singing Blest Be the Tie that Binds and the National Anthem, i ** * ' I U.U11, 1 CLt A reception at Rether’s Coffee impressive ‘ Monday.(continued on page 5) Miss Marion Cowen, nurse-in­ training at Victoria Hospital, Lon­ don, received her cap in an ----- j capping ceremony on city have heard his bass piano aocordian United and a call to Church assume ‘MISS HURON’ -■ -Elsie Gaiser proudly poses for The Free Press photographer after she had beeft crowned queen at the Huron Federation of Agriculture Field Day, last Wednesday in Flx&tet* “Miss Huron” is the daughter of Mr, and Mrs, Albert Gaisev, R.R, 2, Dashwood, ' Rev. Mahoney Comes to Exeter The following clipping was taken from the Peterborough Examiner of Thursday, June 19 th. • “Rev. Harry J. Mahoney, B.A., B.D.. minister of Knox Church for the past five half years, has received a become minister of Main St. in Exeter. Mr, Mahoney will his new pastorate early in July. “During their stay in the city Rev. and Mrs. Mahoney have en­ deared themselves to a host of friends. Their two little daughters, Margaret and Phyllis attend Prince of Wales school. Mr. Mahoney has been deeply interested in the Chris­ tian education of the young people, teaching in both the Normal School and Prince of Wales. He also is convener of Christian education for the Presbytery of Peterborough. Knox Young People’s Union is one of the largest and most successful groups in the city and the success of this organization is in no small measure due to his leadership. “During his pastorage a flourish­ ing men’s club has been organiz­ ed. Financially the church has had its best year, $4,300 contributed to the pension fund and approxi­ mately $2,000 to missions. When Mr. Mahoney came to Knox there was an outstanding mortgage of more than $4,000 which now has been wiped out. It’s membership stands at an all time high with two delegates to Presbytery., “Mr. Mahoney has been quite ac­ tive in the Ministerial Association of which he was secretary for sev­ eral years. Corinthian her of the was Dis tri' ton Distrit liberal with his musical talents and many in tin beautiful 12 which he plays most skillfully and also his organ solos. He is deeply interested in tile production of musical operettas and dramas. For several year pointed festivals Aunt Jemima Pancake Flour Ready-mix for pancakes .. per pkg. 15c Tuna Fish Solid white meat, 7 ox. tin ..... each 55c Apple Pie Filling Large gallon tills Prunes Sweet and meaty ... pet lb* 19c arid 21cper IK 47c i Lily Brand Chicken Haddie Extra value ........................... per tin 23c each $1.19 Canada Cornstarch Now in good supply ,— 2 pkgs, 21c Van Camp’s Cooked Spaghetti Handy for warm days, 20 oz. tin 2 for 25c Maxwell House Coffee In the I lb, bag He is a Past Master of Masonic, Lodge, a mem- Cliapter, and for a year ct Chaplain of Welling- t. Me has always been Your Superior Store Mr. Mahoney was ap- adjudicator of dramatic in Western Ontario.” cadets from the ExdterEight High School will attend camp at Ipperwash from July 9th to the 16 th*