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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1947-12-11, Page 2THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 11, 1947. Advocate established IS81 November 1924 Cxeter BtasklWtaate nmea established 1873; amalgamated PUBLISHED EACH THURSDAY MORNING AT EXETER, ONTARIO An Independent Newspaper devoted to the interests of the Village of Exeter and Surrounding District Member of the Canadian Newspapers’ A ssociaUon; Weekly Member of the Ontario-Quebec Division of the CVVNA <11 Advertising Copy Must be In Our Ramis Not Later Than Noon on Tuesdays SUBSCRIPTION $2.00 a year, in advance; three months 4. M. SOUTHCOTT RATE six months. $1.00 60c . PUBLISHER THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1947 comjpljshed. When need is met for a commo­ dity, there is sure to be. some one ready to buy that very thing. * # * « The Packing and the Showing Some time ago we made a quotation from a British publication in which the Bri­ tish merchants were severely of showmanship in the case duced goods. This week we something about the lack of the case of Ontario apples. looking at a box of British Columbia packed apples and were delighted at the fine show­ ing. Along side of the British Columbia fruit was a hamper of Ontario grown Spies pack­ ed, if packed at all, in the most higgeldy pig- geldy fashion. The comparison was striking. Yet those Ontario apples when dressed a lit­ tle were superior to the British Columbia ap­ ples. When it came to taste and flavour and crispness, the Ontario apples beat out their competitors by a whole length with consider­ able to spare. The lesson rances count. Ontario has do. blamed for lack of British pro­ venture to say showmanship in We had been is obvious. Appea- some waking up to '.Let Us Have More of It That was a fine move on the part of the Chamber of Commerce in bringing an eminent speaker to address that body last Thursday evening. We hope that this sort of thing will be continued. It was said of a nation that after­ wards took a large and abiding part in the history of the race that the people were per­ ishing for want of knowledge. Too often we listen only to what pleases us. We like to sit back in sluggard ease listening to what tick­ les our ears rather than to what stirs our grey matter. Just now’ we need to hear a great deal about soil conservation. The Aux Sables needs a Jot of clearing up. As Exeter emerges from status of village, we need to be informed about town planning in its structure and busi­ ness and school and church outlook. We look to those who got the fine gathering of Thurs­ day evening under wav to keep right on with their good wark. ** * a Good Time * Them should be allowed to fall upon at this time of the year. Give No shadow the youngsters Christmas is the children’s day and no pains are too great when spent in making that day for them one of laughter and fun and merri­ ment. Time and thought spent on the joyous Christmas day is not so much expenditure in which the capital is not lost but placed where it will yield the best of returns for a lifetime. And in the midst of the good time let us re­ member the. old people. They arc slipping away all too quickly. These old people, still wish to feel that they belong. While their blood may thin, their hearts are warm and fai- more receptive of good feeling and far more apperciative of Chrsitmas attention than we imagine. So this Christmas let us join hands around the Christmas tree and drive dull care away as the. angels of good will and tender feeling make life new and sweet once more. * * # That European Relief Plan Soon after the last world war was con­ cluded it was seen that unless monetary relief were given from United States resources, chaos in .Europe and the rest of the world was inevitable. Secretary Marshall of the United States ultimately came froward with a twofold plan to meet the emergency. His plan was to give Europe immediate relief by what is known as the emergency plan. The second part of Marshall’s proposal was monetary relief on long term basis. The plan at first met with enthusiastic reception for the most part. Later dificulties emerged. The relief programme that gave promise of immediate, passing was held up. The long distance programm was seen to have difficulties in the way of passage. Final­ ly the last day of November passed without the plan’s inauguration, though that date was belived bv secretary Marshall to be the day when Europe's financial troubles would come to a head. Sixty millions were cut from the immediate relief bill. The duel with Russia came into the picture. At any rate the mea­ sures for giving financial aid to Europe have been held up. Meanwhile, too, Russia is pres­ sing her programme against the western na­ tions by pointing out that the Western powers are dilatory and that they are at best far a- way while Russia is right at hand. Russia points out that her aid is immediate while the aid of the western powers is remote and prob­ lematical. No one doubts but that the Marshall plan in some modified form is sure to pass but all wonder if it will pass in time to save Eu­ rope from political chaos. Strtack OH That leader among the coal producers of Britain struck oil when he popularized the slogan “Less criticism and more production”. The coal miners heard the call and now Bri­ tain’s moal production is at the point where she has sufficient coal, to drive her machinery. All of us breathe the easier as we read this good hews. When Britain produces enough coal to allow her to regain her foreign mar­ kets in this essential commodity, she will be a considerable distance on the road to com­ plete economic recovery. In this connection we undetstnd that Britain is now building a ma­ jor portion of the world’s commercial and? passenger shipping. To all of which we say, well done. To Canada we say, go thou and do likewise. We have had no end of confer­ ences dealing with this and that, conferences that have resulted in very' little good. This and that part of our people have been stand­ ing afound before hand when time, bro ’’ ,-i the government, tin cup in and *5,nw'*y would have , • ’ .■....’..■it... -is- -st Seeking That The Canadain farmer seek new markets. Not are to be closed to the that the British market take all that Canadain to offer. The rate of exchange is believed to have something to do with this. In any case Canadain farmers are equal to rolling up the sleeve and to getting the stuff on the market that other nations wish to buy. Some farmers have been unwise in getting- rid of their breed­ ing stock. Other farmers are in a better posi­ tion than ever to give the stock and grain mar­ kets of the World an article that will com­ mand purchasing. There is no need for com­ placency on the part of Canadain producers. Times are ominous enough in the business world. Only the keen on the job are going to have any show at all in busy confusing days such as must be view of « Market will be required to ’ that British markets Canadain farmer but will not be able to farm producers have we are passing through. Grey matter liberally mixed with hard labour in the stiff pull that is ahead. ■K- -x- The Unseen Guest understand how which Britons are passing. For years of them have not had a full meal. ft * severe is the trialFew through millions The needle and the shears are well nigh dri­ ven to the utmost limit in providing clothing. Coal and gas and electricity are sorely limited. Yet these brave people are carrying on. They have no wish to slacken in their efforts to keep their place in service and achievement. The Legion ■whose centre is in Exeter, is well aware of what their comrades and their friends across the seas are accomplishing. Knowing what they know, the veterans of the Legion are eagerly getting under their bro­ ther’s burdens. Eagerly they enlist the hearty co-operation of all who value what the veter­ ans- paid for with their health and their bra­ vest service. Just now the bells of Christmas arc ringing and family life is at the flood. The Legion is distributing envelopes to householder that the householder may his Christmas opes asks the seen Guest at so thinks he velope a sum of that Unseen Guest. The Legion will see to it that the sum goes to meet the need of that Unseen Guest. The rich are asked to give of their abundance and the poor to give of their need. Let us thank God lhat( we are not of those for ■whom this gift of Christmas is required. every share cheer with Britons. The envel- householder to think of an Un- his Christmas dinner.- When he is asked to place in the en- sufficient to pay for the dinner * -» * * Note and Comment cheer beenGreed and selfishness 'never have elements in sound business. * business. We. exercise controls.. * -» ■» «• Winter seems to mean that the weatherman may w * We have altogether too many murderers abroad. We thought our police were trained to capture such gentry,* * * * Well, the icy streets have come again and our village sanding outfit is just as useful as was last year, just as useful, mark you. * # « * Now that Britain is getting over the hump is the time for Canada to get in with her in business matters and to push and t'o pull all she can. hope * it •w * •» * We hasten to say that we have no evid­ ence that our village aiderman are in league with the bone setters and the liniment com­ pounders and the poultice -makers. * * -x- * The day is not far off when the United States may be eager to loan money to Britain. Nor is the day far off when Britain may be independent like trust in of such loans. There is nothing Providence and our own efforts.* 4 * * all the joy out of a Hallowe’en have court cases backed up by officer hanging has no use for It takes escapade to a thoroughly capable police over the Hallowe’en joy seeker weeks on end especially when the magistrate devilment. * * * * Matthew Halton, a usually caster, tells the world Britain in the production of steel, rayon, tools and cutlery generally. Above all else, she has suf­ ficient coal for industrial purposes. She soon will have all the gas and electricity she re­ quires. Even mote interesting is the fact that 1«<n/U ibo worbl in ’ddph’nld-yg reliable broad- lias come back rayon ALUMINUM Tea Kettles Percolators Frying Pans Roasters CUTLERY PYREX WARE CARVING SETS CARPET SWEEPERS SILVERWARE CHESTS Percolators Heating Pads Radios Lamps ELECTRICAL Tea Kettles Toasters Irons Vacuum Sweepers SO YEARS AGO On Thursday night last, Firemen ejected officers as follows: Caph, John McLaughlin; 1st Lieiit, Silas Handford; 2nd Lieut., Wm, Creech; Sec. and Treas., D. Spicer; 1st Branchman, Eli Snell; Branchman, Samuel Sweet; Branchman, John Rundle; Branchman, Frank Knight, man of hose, James Taylor; tant Foreman, hose; Jas. Beer. George Anderson; ger, Don Davis; Smith. The anniversary of the Main St. Methodist Church was held on Sunday last. The Re5r. Jasper Wil­ son, M.A., of Strathroy, a former pastor, preached both morning and evening to a well-filled church of attentive listeners. On Monday evening, following a supper, Mr. Wilson delivered an excellent ad­ dress. A steer belonging to Mr. P. Curtain won first prize and sweep­ stakes in the Fat Stock Show in Brantford on Wednesday. Mr. Robt. Sanders has been on a shooting expedtiion in Michigan and the county of Lambton. Mr. John Taylor, who worked at the Winchelsea and Staffa butter factories, Jias accepted a sinftlar position at Yarmouth Centre. '2nd 3rd 4th Fore- assis- Ed Treble; suction ; 1st hose manager, 2nd hose mana- Engineer, Israel " 25 YEARS AGO The second annual High School Commencement exercises were held in the Opera House Friday evening of last week The hall was well filled for the occasion. Prof. H. R. _ . University Extension Dept-., an illustrated lecture Wonderful Heavens”, der of the program lows: piano duet by nor Medd and Helen citation by Miss Lillian violin solo by Kenneth Stanbury accompanied by Miss Alice Hoff­ man; piano solo by Miss Beatrice Haist. The presentation of certifi­ cates and diplomas was made by E. J. Wetliey. -The scholarship for general proficiency was Harry Seldon and the for general proficiency ed to A. Bruce Medd. Creech was chairman. Southcott Bros, have purchased from Miss L. Johns, the Johns’ block on Main Street at present occupied by them and by the Post Office. Marks Bros, appeared in the Exeter Opera House on Wednesday and Thursday evenings of last and drew fairly large houses plays being appreciated by present. The oyster supper w hich held in the Town Hall at Crediton on Friday last was a splendid suc­ cess. After the supper a splendid program was given. A special meeting of the Exeter U.F.O. was held in Senior’s Hall on Thursday evening of last week when addresses were given Black, M.P., and A. Hicks, There was a good turnout Very successful meeting. Kingston, of the Western gave on "The The remain- was as fol- Misses Elea- Dignan; re­ Rivers ; awarded to gold medal was award- Mr. R. N. week their those was by W M.P.P. and a 15 YEARS AGO The annual meeting of the Exet­ er branch of the Bible Society was held on Sunday last and the pub­ lic services were well attended. Rev. Denny Bright, of London, was the guest speaker and spoke in James Street United Church in the morning and church Mr. gaged taking Rev. Brantford, who has succeeded Rev E. L. Vivian to the rectorship o£ the Trivitt Memorial Church assum­ ed his new duties Sunday. The fowl supper in Oaven Pres­ byterian Church on Wednesday eve­ ning of last week was a splendid success. The weather was fine and a large crowd was present. The la­ dies provided a sumptuous repast of hot goose and chicken with all the delicacies. 'Following the supper a splendid St. Andrew’s Day pro­ gram Was given. The Sunday School orchestra, under the leadership of Harry Gidley, provided music. A« mong those taking part were Mr. and Mrs. Forbes, of London; Rev. W. G. and Mrs. Young, of Hen­ sail; Miss K. Strang and Miss Ma­ rion Woods. Instrumental numbers were given by Ed Treble and H. Gidley. ♦ Mr. Gordon Cudmore, who for a time was manager of the Erie Gas station, has taken over the agency for the London Life Insu­ rance Co. in this district. The organization of a Boy Scout, Troop for Exeter is under way. A number of boys have been taking up the Lone Scout work under the direction of Mr. C. L. Wilson. in Main St. United in the evening. Wm, Walter has been en- at the Ideal Meat Market, the place of Mr. Reche. M. A. Hunt, formerly of 10 YEARS AGO A meeting of hockey enthusiasts Was held Monday evening and an organization was set up. Officers elected were: pres., II. 0. Carey; vlce-pres., Geo. Evans; sec.-treas., Jas. Bowey; manager, J. It. Mof­ fatt, assistant, Frank Creech; COhAh. T.Cn Games Sleighs Toboggans Skiis Skates Hockey Gloves Hockey Sticks Wagons Tricycles Fishing Tackle Rods, $5.00 up. Reels, $7.50 up. Minnow Pails, $3.75. Spinners Beavers Hardware- PHONE 86 ’ fans were treated to a real game of basketball at the Exeter Arena. The St. Marys-Exeter game was very .fast and cleanly played. ’The final score was 3 2-19 in favor of St. Marys. Chicken thieves visited tile farm of Mr. Daniel Dew, of Hurondale, on Friday last and stole twenty liens that were being prepared for market in a fattening pen. A splendid entertainment was given in the Town Hall, Friday evening last under the auspices of the Exeter Women’s Institute. There was a splendid attendance. Reeve W. D, Sanders occupied the chair. The Huronia Male Chorus under the leadership of W. R. Goulding sang several selections. Piano numbers were given by Cal­ vert Beckler, Shirley Motz, Mitzi Moffatt, Marjorie May, Pauline Follick, Leila MoIIard; vocal num­ bers by Keith Gord on, Dawson Goulding and T. H. Hoffman; dance numbers by Joan Hopper, Marguerite I-Iogartli, Alta Harvey and Shirley Motz;- readings by Bet­ ty Hogarth and Beta Rowe; violin selection by Catherine Armstrong, violin duet by Catherine Arm­ strong and G. M. Grant. Messrs. J. A. Traquair and W. H. Coates were i'u Chatham Thurs­ day last attending a convention, o! Purina dealers. CREDITON EAST Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Passmore and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Darling, of Exeter, visited on Sunday with, the latter’s parents, .Mr. and Mrs. Roland Motz. Mi‘. and Mrs. Sam .Sims and Mr. and Mrs. Alvin: Sims and children spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Tom Baird at Grand Bend. EXETER i CHATHAM, 2447 1 a■ OF 0 EA J ^DISABLED hoi PATTI f Courteous Drivers Clean, Modern Equipment EXETER 235 Seaforth 15 London Fair. 2207 Welcome Mef From Goughs and Colds Ta get quick, welcome relief from coughs and colds—try Dr. Wood’s Norway Bine Syrup. 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