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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1947-11-06, Page 1EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, NOVEMBER 6th, 1947Seventy-Fourth Year War Memorial To Be Unveiled Remembrance Day will be ob­ served in Exeter on Sunday, Nov. 9th, with a special service of Re­ membrance in the Main St. United •church at 11 a.m., followed by the unveiling and dedication of a Mem­ orial Plaque at the War Memorial at 12.15 p.m. Members of the Cana­ dian Legion and Veterans as well as Group Capt, Lister and a Flight from the R.C.A.F, Station at Cen­ tralia, together with the Cubs, Scouts, Girl Guides, Reeve and Councillors will parade to the church headed by the Exeter band. The service at Main St. church will be conducted by the pastor, Rev. II. J. Malioney, Following the services in the various churches an unveiling and •dedication of a Memorial Plaque with the names of the fallen heroes of Exeter and Usborne township in the last wai’ will take place at the War Memorial. Reeves Tuckey and Berry will preside over the service. Rev. H. J. Snell will read the scrip­ ture lesson, The unveiling will be by Rev. Mr. Laing, of Woodham, and the dedication of the plaque by Rev. Wm. Mair. An address will be given by Rev. K. MacLean and after the placing of several wreaths Rev. Mr. Langford will pronounce the benediction. A service will be’ held in the afternoon at 3 p.m. at the War Memorial at HurondaTb. Ripe Tomatoes Robt. Sanders brought into the office Wednesday morning a small berry box of cherry tomatoes pick­ ed from his wines that morning. The vines grew alongside a build­ ing and had been protected from ■the frost. Moving to Exeter Mr. C. W. Parkinson, of the Bank of Montreal, is . this week moving his wife and family to Exeter from Chatham and will occupy a resi­ dence on Andrew street. The fam­ ily consists of four children, Jim, Donna Marie, Elizabeth and John Wesley. We welcome them to Exe­ ter. Cromarty Residents Charged with Assault Kenneth McKellar, of Cromarty, was charged in magistrate’s court at Stratford,' Monday with assault with intent to do bodily harm in an aftermath to the alleged shooting of one of a group of Hallowe’en pranksters on his property Friday night. Fergus McKellar, also of Cromarty, is being treated in Scott Memorial Hospital, Seaforth, for a wound in his right thigh caused by a shotgun pellet. Provincial Con­ stable J. M. Douglas said a number of the alleged pranksters will also face court charges. Kenneth McKellar reported to Constable Douglas about midnight Friday that a gang of young men was bothering him. It is reported that it was after he had warned the youths to leave his 'property that the shotgun blast was loosed on the crowd. A grain binder in one of the fields was turned over and damaged. Constable vDouglas reported an­ other Cromarty resident, Duncan McKellar, told of a group of boys plastering the front of his home with rotten eggs and brown paint on (Friday night. A third Hallowe’en report to Con­ stable Douglas was from Seth Brown, 78-year-old farmer who lives near Staffa. His new buggy, he said, was removed from the driving shed, towed to a sideroad and smashed beyond repair. A wagon owned by Mr. Brown was found tipped over in a 10-foot cul­ vert. It is believed the same group participated in all three incidents, Constable Douglas said the prank­ sters in this instance were juven­ iles. Wear a Poppy Saturday will be Poppy Day when the local branch of the Cana­ dian Legion will make its annual appeal to the people of this com­ munity. The Poppy Fund serves a two-fold purpose. The money raised is used entirely to relieve unusual distress among war veterans. These poppies are manufactured by handi­ capped veterans to help them ob­ tain a livelihood. MEN’S Fall and Winter Overcoats in colors Brown - Blue - Grey - Fawn NEWEST STYLES — GOOD QUALITY GRANDPA AND GRANDMA were the best costumed couple at tlie Lions Club Hallowe’en Party, last Friday evening. Vernon Heywood and Martha Cochrane arc the young folks names and like the rest of their friends had a full evening of fun and treats. Food for Britain At a meeting of the Exeter branch of the Canadian Legion Tuesday evening it was decided to send a $10 parcel of food to Great Britain each month for six months. School Holiday Tuesday, Nov. 11th, will be ob­ served as a public holiday in all schools in Ontario according to an announcement by the Dept, of Education. Granton Retail Stores Acquire New Owners In the past 16 months, the vil­ lage of Granton has seen manv businesses change ownership. In 194G, Clarence Foster sold his butcher shop, which had been in the Foster name for over 50 years, to John Juul, of London. Gordon Dann, Bryanston, took possession of the C. M. Webb general store which had been in the Webb name 60 years. Glen Jamieson, a baker in the forces, purchased the confec- tionerv stor e from Robei't Hardie. This summer, Abrose (Andy) Powell, who operated a feed store for over 15 years, disposed of the entire stock to the Ashworth hard­ ware store of Lucan. In September, Frank Bond and Charles Whitehead, Woodstock, purchased the general store of J. F. Barthel, who had been in busi­ ness on the same site for 29 years. Next in line was W. N. Gunning, who. due to ill health, sold his hardware stock, store apartment and garage to William Munroe of Woodstock, who takes possession Dec. 1. Gala Time for Children at Lions Club Hallowe’en Party Masquerade at Roller Rink A Hallowe'en party at the local roller-skating rink was enjoyed by many. The roller-skating rink has been well patronized since its open-j ing. It will close Saturday evening for the fall and winter months. The prize winners Friday evening were: Best dressed couple, Mary Mc- Knight, Marion Webber; best dres­ sed woman, Muriel Wells; best dressed man, Jack Jensen; best comic costume, Melba King; spot skate, Bob Prescator; best girl ska- tor, Etta Mae Brintnell, best b-oy skater, Kenneth Frayne; oldest skater, Gordon Cudmore; youngest skater, Helen Jones. The Hallowe’en frolic sponsored by the Exeter Lions Club was a gala affair Friday evening. The weather man co-operated to make the affair an outstanding success. Children in all manner of colorful costume gathered at the south end of the town and headed by the Exeter band and Piper Howard Ince par­ aded to the Exeter Arena where a jolly time was in store. Children began to gather for the parade long before the appointed time and crowds lined the streets to witness the sight. The bandsmen joined in the spirit of the occasion and most of them were dressed in costume. At the arena Piper Ince and the band played as the masqueraders were formed several deep and par­ aded about the room. The gaily -dressed youngsters represented cowboys, pirates, clowns, witches, ghosts, hoboes, negroes, etc. There were characters from the fairy tales, It was with difficulty that the paraders, bent on an hilarious time, were quieted and seated for a half hour of mistification by Mr. Tyn­ dall, magician, who received a great hand from the crowd for his hatful of tricks. Lion President Ted Davies welcomed those present. Grouping the various characters they paraded before the judges who had no easy task in making their selections. Each child was treated to a hot dog, an apple and a bottle of choco­ late milk. Many of the parents were present but unfortunately it was not pos­ sible to accommodate all who were anxious to gain admittance to the arena. Parents were as interested, and as excited as the children and many spoke of the affair as a very successful event for which the Lions Club deserve great praise. First prize winners were given fifty cents; second 35c; third 25c. Prize winners were as follows: Clown — Merlin McLean, Donny Reid, Larry Jory. Ghosts — Mervin Merchal, Lloyd Fogelbery, Patsy Murray. National—Roxenna Beavers, Bil­ lie Ellerington, Peggy Copeland. Hoboes — Jimmie Sturgis, Floyd Blanchard, Gary Middleton. Fancy — Carmen McKerral, Rol­ and Heroux, Elizabeth Hunter. Children under 6 years — Judie McKerral, Paul Shorey, Johnny Snell. Nursery—Iris Tomlinson, Joslyn Howey, Donald Taylor. Cowboys — Beth Taylor, Michael Farrow, Ken Tuckey. Negroes—Sally Acheson, Audrey Beaver, Teddy McDonald. t Pirates—Claudette Blowes, 'Gary Miller. Boy dressed as girl—Floyd Shor­ ey, Douglas Barnett, Freddie Ellis. Witches — Margaret Blanchard, Ronny Caselman, Donald Tuckey. Indians — Tommy Ellerington, Jack Jensen, Robert Preszcator. Couples — Martha Cochrane and Verne Heywood, Robert Barnett and Douglas Barnett, Patsy Armstrong and Kathleen Armstrong. Judges—Mrs. Art. Campbell, Mrs. Harry Cole, Mrs. Gordon Farrow. Librarian Completes Four-Week Course Miss Reta Rowe, the local lib­ rarian, has returned to her duties at the Carnegie Library after tak­ ing a four-week intensive univer­ sity course in library techniques. The course was the first of its kind to be held in Canada and was pro­ moted to meet the needs of practis­ ing librarians. Librarians were present from Lucan, Parkhill, Ayl­ mer, Kirkton, Springfield, Thames- ford, Dutton, Embro, Argyle, Lake­ side, Port Burwell and Exeter. As none of the attendants have had any previous university or techni­ cal training at the conclusion of the course they wrote for their Grade E Librarians Certificate. Mrs. Sweet was relieving at the Exeter library during Miss Rowe’s ab­ sence. Committed for Observation A Crediton couple, Erniestien and Doreen Whi.teford, held in cus­ tody at Goderich for the past week on a charge of manslaughter, ar­ riving out of neglect to supply ne­ cessary nutrition and causing star­ vation of their infant, were commit­ ted to the Ontario Hospital for a period not exceeding 60 days for examination by psychiatrists, by Magistrate J. W. Morley, in police court Thursday of last week. Two local doctors, who examined the couple, both stated Ernestien Whiteford seemed unstable and would break down and weep when questioned. They thought Doreen Whiteford seemed more normal but believed it best to have both, ex­ amined at the Ontario Hospital. Defence Counsel Frank Donnelly, and Crown Attorney D. E. Holmes thought likewise Apple Day a Huge Success Seventeen bushels of rosy red apples were disposed of one by one on Saturday by the Exeter Boy Scouts and Cubs and the local Scout treasury will be handsomely enriched thereby. It was “Apple Day" when residents of the commu­ nity exemplified their interest in this worthy organization by dona­ tion of some small change in return foi* an apple. The local Cubs made a canvas of the town Saturday mor­ ning. In the afternoon some of the Scouts made a visit to Centralia and Crediton while others sold ap­ ples on the streets of Exeter. The Scouts were also out in the evening getting a splendid response from the Saturday evening crowd. Fif­ teen bushels of McIntosh Reds were ordered for the day but it was ne­ cessary to add two more bushels when the fifteen were sold out. The gross proceeds amounted to $231. Douglas Murray was high for the Scouts raising $20.00 and he re­ ceived as a prize a Scout flashlight; Guy Hunter-Duvar was second win­ king a Scout jacknife; for the Cubs, Billy Pollen was tops, with Edward Hunter-Duvar second and Jimmy Crocker third. They received cash awards. Council Briefs The regular meeting of the Municipal Council of the Village of Exeter was held in the Town Hall, Monday, Nov. 3rd, with Reeve Tuckey and Councillors Caldwell, Cochrane and Sweitzer present. The minutes of the last regular meeting of October 20th were read and adopted on the motion of Coun­ cillors Sweitzer and Caldwell. The Reeve reported on Service of Remembrance to be held on Sun­ day. Nov. 9th, and unveiling of War Memorial to be l.eld at 12:15 the same day. The following communications were read and dealt with as fol­ lows: Bell Telephone, re certificate of supervision. Treasury Department, re Rail­ way Tax Distribution. Department of Planning and De­ velopment, re Ausable Valley Con­ servation Authority. Victoria Hospital, re hospitaliza­ tion. All filed. It was moved and seconded by Councillors Caldwell and Cochrane that the resignation of E. M. Dignan from the position of Municipal rep­ resentative on the Ausable Valley Conservation Authority be accepted with regret. It was moved and seconded by Councillors Sweitzei’ and Caldwell that Councillor Win. G. Cochrane be the municipal representative on the Ausable Valley Conservation Authority. The Property Committee report­ ed that dump had been put in order and that all refuse was now buried. It was moved and seconded by Councillors Cochrane and Caldwell that the Treasurer be authorized to have the sum of $2,000.00 now in Post War Reserve Fund transfer­ red to the General Account. It was moved and seconded by Councillors Sweitzer and Caldwell that the Clerk provide the Tax Col­ lector with a list of the taxes as­ sessed against the various proper­ ties in connection with the Wein Drain. Drain tax to be paid on or before Dec. 14th, 1947. Application of Russell Balkwill for permit to build house on Huron St., was granted on the motion of Councillors Sweitzer and Caldwell. Mr. James Hendry waited on Council on behalf of. the Legion, and outlined the arrangements for unveiling of War Memorial on Sunday, Nov. 9th. The matter of expense of drain from Balkwill property on Huron street was discussed and laid over to next meeting. It was moved and seconded by Councillors Cochrane and Sweitzer that the Clerk secure information from the Provincial Police Depart­ ment re policing of village, —Please Turn to Page Seven Van-Kirk and Morgan WOMEN’S Fall and Winter Coats Our stock of ladies’, misses’ and girls’ Fall and Winter Coats is selling fast. Come while there is a good range to choose from. Boots parents Hats The new hats have arrived ... in a splendid assortment of colors. These are good grade felt. Price $4.95 Cheapen Hats at $2.75 Woollen Dress Fabrics FOR FALL AND WINTER We have a large stock of woollen dress fabrics for dresses and coats in crepes; herringbones, Al­ pines, etc., at very reasonable prices. 2 webs good quality check coating, 56” wide. Reg. price $3.75 yard. To Clear at $1.95 yard © * Children’s White Hurlbut quality—many for a better quality boot for their small children. We have just re­ ceived a shipment of Hurlbuts, quality children’s boots. Sizes 3 to 5 $3.95 Sizes 6 to 8 $4.95 Curtains, Curtain Nets and Draperies A large stock to choose from moderate prices. best pair pair at Special Values for Thursday, Friday & Saturday Yellow Peaches (free-stone) In 45% sugar syrup ....... 28 oz. tin 34c Aylmer Vegetable Soup Good buying ....................... 10 oz. tin 9c Royal York Orange Pekoe Tea A good blend ........................... % lb. 47c Canned Peas Standard quality, several brands, tin 15c Real Estate Transfer Mr. Pat O’Connor has sold the house he recently erected on Albert street to Wildred Ramsden, of the R.C.A.F., Centralia. Mr. O’Connor has rented a house at Grand Bend and is now commuting each day to his work with the Exeter Rural Hydro. Male Chorus The newly organized male chorus will practice each Wednesday even­ ing for the coming month in the James St. United Church. Follow­ ing that, practice will be' held every other Wednesday evening. More singers are wanted. Seventeen at­ tended the first practice. Invest $27,400 in Bonds During the second issue of Cana­ da Savings Bonds, No. 1, F. T. S.. R. C. A. F., Centralia, purchased $27,400 in bonds. Employees in Perth and Huron counties were the first in any district in Western On­ tario division to exceed their ob­ jective under the payroll savings plan. Spy or King Apples Combination pack, clean stock bus. $2.85 Cordon Bleu Deviled Ham A quality product, 3 o^. tins ... each 17c Select Steak with onions Beef, onions, gravy, 16 oz. tins each 49c P.E.I. Table Potatoes No. I Grade, good, sound, 75 lbs. $2.25 Jones & May Your Superior Store Leader to Visit Exeter Hon. Farquhar Oliver, leader of the Liberal party in Ontario, will visit Exeter Friday of this week and a reception will be held for him at noon at the Central Hotel. Hon. Mr. Farquhar is paying a visit to the Huron-Perth riding and will be at Seaforth for breakfast, Ex­ eter for dinner, Zurich at 3.30 p.m. and Goderich for. supper. The executive are anxious to have those interested in Liberalism in Exeter and district meet Mr. Oliver. Any­ one wishing to attend this banquet to inoOzt Mr« Oliver cotittiot Benson W. Tuckey, MR. AND MRS. JOHN HERDMAN, of Elimville served their fortieth wedding anniversary. Members gathered at their home in honor of the occasion. ob-, recently of the family M r. an dM rs. J. Herdman Celebrate Anniversary On Thursday evening, October 30 th, Mr. and Mrs. J. Herdman en­ tertained their brothers and sisters to a social evening, it being the 40th anniversary of tlieir wedding. Con­ gratulations were extended and gifts received. Member of the families present were: Mrs. Mary Harris, Hensail; Mrs. Harriett Oke, Exeter; Mr. and Mrs. J. Squire, Mrs. Rhoda Westlake, Exeter; Mr. and Mrs. G. Squire. Whalen; Mr. and Mrs. Jos­ eph Dayman, Kippen; Mr. and Mrs. Orville Cann, Thames Road; Mr. and Mrs. Enos Herdman, Centralia; Mary and Wilbur Herdman, Elim- ville. The evening was spent in music and games consisting of cro- kinole and checkers after which lunch was served by Mrs. William Bradshaw, Mrs. Hilson Whiteford and Mrs. Squire Herdman. All join­ ed in singing “They are jolly good, fellows’’ after which all returned to their homes wishing them many more years of happiness. Presented With Award At a convocation at the Univer­ sity of Western Ontario, London, on Tuesday awards were presented to students in a colorful ceremony, Peter Fraser, of Exeter, received the Huron County scholarship for Huron man in any course. Doris McEwen, of Bayfield, won a similar award for Huron County woman. Cameron Henry, of Brucefield, won a second year prize in business ad­ ministration. in the medical sec­ tion Britain Sanders won a prize in preventive medicine and one in pharmacology. Peter Fraser won two other prizes, but they were awarded to others by reversion. Ralph R. Krueger won a summer school prize in astronomy. ,