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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1951-04-12, Page 12Page 12 THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, APRIL 1?, 1951 Visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Ceeil Skinner and Sam on Sun­ day were Mr. and Mrs. K. Mason and family of Belgrave. Mr. and Mrs. R. Denham and family, of Kirkton, Miss Aldeen Pym, Elim- •ville, and Mr. and Mrs. J. Mc­ Allister and family, it was the fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs- Mason. Guests with Mr. and Mrs. "Wil­ liam Kerniok on Sunday wei’e: Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Hamilton and Lynda, of Toronto, Misses Anne and Elaine Kernick, of London and Mr. Wilbur Ker- iiieli, of Scivenee Hill. DANCE Mooresville Hdl Friday, April 13 Music by RYTHM DUSTERS Everybody Welcome M rs* Henry Schenk Wes Hay Native The death took place in Stra- tliroy General Hospital, after a lengthy illness, on Friday, April 6, of Pearl Magdalene Witmer, beloved wife of Henry Schenk. Thedford, Ont. The deceased was burn in Hay Township near Zurich, the daughtex' of Mrs. Louise and the late David Witmer, of Zurich. Surviving besides hex* husband are one daughter1 Jean at home, hex' mother, Mrs. Louise Witmer of Thedford, and four brothers Herb Witmer, Waterloo; Wil­ liam Witmer, Zurich; Wes Wit­ mer, Exeter; Hairy Witmer, Kitchener. The funeral took place Mon­ day, April 9, from the Gilpin Funeral Home, Thedford with her minister Rev. Nerval Woods officiating. Interment was in the Crediton cemetery. The pall bearers were six ne­ phews Ralph and Harold Wit­ mer, Kitchener, Leo Witmer, Dalton Finkbeiner, Exeter, Ger­ ald Schenk, and Paul Schenk, Crediton. The flower bearers were nieces Misses Grace, Louise, Freda Wit­ mer. Joyce and Jeanette Schenk. K‘ ■ Announcements Birth. Death and Marriage Notices are inserted free of charge. Card of Thanks 50c. In Memoriam Notice 50c for single verse. 25c jgxtra for each additional verse. En­gagements 50c. BIRTHS BRINTNELL-—M r . and M r s . 'Hensall Protests ’Double’ Taxes Hensall council endorsed the resolution protesting the taxing of businesses foi* c o u n t y pur­ poses. The petition, initiated by Gode­ rich, states that business pro­ perties "are In taxed twice while rural proper- COMING EVENTS THREE-ACT PLAY' — “Billy's Goat", Friday, April 20, in Maixx St. Church, sponsored 'by the Kumjoinus Class. 5c RED CROSS PACKING — On Friday, April 13, in Library Work Rooms. * 12c Mrs. W. C. Robinson and > daughter Luella and Mr. and [Mr. and Mrs. William Bloesing and son Billy, of Grosse Point, Mich,, spent the week-end with [relatives. . Miss Annie Handford is visit­ ing hex* sister, Mrs. Jack Jennings in Loudon. Charles Kerniek spent Easter week visiting in Toronto with his sister, Mrs. Ron Haniilton and family. Mrs. Hohner returned to her home in Brucefield after spend- ixig the wintei* with her sister, Mr. and Mrs. William Smith, qf Exeter North. reality beiixg Frank Brintnell of Exeter (nee j ties are taxed only once”. BAZAAR — April 21, sponsored by Ilurondale W.I.* 2:30 p.m., at Jensen's Store. 12:19c ---------- --------------—---- Lyric THEATRE Phone 421 Previews its Coming Attractions FRIDAY & SATURDAY April 13 and 14 ‘Wyoming Mail’ (Colour) ★ Stephen McNally Alexis Smith The greatest train robbery of them all! MONDAY * TUESDAY April 16 and 17 ‘Double Crossbones' (Techxucolour) ★ Donald O’Coixiior ir Helena Carter Hail! Hail! The boldest pirate gang is all here! —Music and laughter. Dr. B. M. Sanders of West­ minster Hospital, visited his two aunts, Mrs. McAvoy and Miss Annie Sanders on Sunday. Mrs. Edith Flynn has return­ ed home after attending the funeral of her brother-in-law the late Jim Flynn of Parkhill. Central Mortgage and Hous­ ing Corporation are calling for tenders to paint the exteriors of wartime houses in Exeter. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Crawford Spent the weekend in Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Willard and daughter Betty Ann of Mount Hope spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Kydd, Their son, C. M. Roy Willard, R.C.E.M.E., of Hagersville, who has been recuperating at Wools- ley barracks hospital following a cai’ accident, returned home with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. Amos Parker, of Lansing, Mich., visited at the home of Mr. Frank Sheere Sun­ day. They were accompanied by the latter’s father, Mr. Aquilla Sheere, who is remaining on a visit. Dorothy Weber) are very hap­ py to announce the arrival of theix* son, Richard Arthur; on Wednesday, April 11, 1951; at the Hoopei' Nursing Home. DeCLERCQ—Mr. and Mrs. Ar­ mand DeClercq of Grand Bend wish to announce the birth of a son on Wednesday, April 11, at the Hooper Nursing Home. HOPCROFT—Mr. and Mrs. Fred E. Hopcroft, H.M.C.S+, Halifax, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, are proud to announce the safe arrival of their daughter, Alma Ruth; a sister fox* Michael; Tuesday, March 27, 1951. MCFARLANE — At St, Joseph’s Hospital, London, oxi March 31, 1951; R. McFarlane, James; a brothex* PRESTON—To Mr. Jim Preston, (nee ley), fomerly of Betliseda Hospital, gift of a son, Richard Ian (Ricky). RICHARDSON—Dr. and Mrs. C. D. Richardson, formerly Mar­ jorie May, announce the birth of their daughter on April 9, 1951, at Victoria Hospital, London. WHITE—Mr. and Mrs. Charles White (nee Marjorie Welsh) wish to announce the arrival of a daughter, Anne Louise, at Bethesda Hospital, on March 23; a sister fox' Carol. London, to Mr. and Mrs. W. a son, William for Jackie. and Mrs. Elaine Mor- London, at London, the April 4, 1951, DEATHS The resolution will be sent to the Hon. G. H. Dunbar, Minister of Municipal Affairs; T. Pryde, M.P.P. and J. W. Hanna, M.P.P. The council m e t on Tuesday with all members being present. ■Clerk J. A. Paterson reported on the meeting of assessing offi­ cers held in Mount Forest stat­ ing (hat he had received some valuable information on taxes. He also attended the meeting or the Ausable Valley Conservation Authority in ParkliiJl. The clerk reported the tax ar­ rears of 1950 were $849.50, the largest in years. Council instructed the clerk to give the statement of arrears to the county ion. Garbage the village The clerk was instructed to write the Attorney-General con­ cerning the village’s share or the fines levied under the Criminal Code and the mileage allowance for the local constable when he serves a summons. Harvey Keys was appointed a member of the Community Park Board. The fire insurance on the town hall was increased by $9,000 and the contents by $4,000. Council encouraged as many as possible to attend the Municipal Schools to be held in Goderich on April 15 and at Stratford on May 17. CONCERT — The Emanuel Bible College Male Chorus of Kitchen­ er will present a concert at the Church of God, Grand Bend, on Saturday, April 14, at 8:00 p.m. The public is cordially invited. Free-will offering. treasurer fox* collect- will be collected in on May 15 and 16. ‘The Family Wash' by the Brucefield Young People Grand Bend United Church Fri., April 13 8:15 p.m. Sponsored by the Women’s Association Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French ADULTS 40f . CHILDREN 25< .............1 Basketball Dance High School Gy m I Friday, April 20 9:00 tp 12;00 t MUSIC BY DON DOWNS’ ORCHESTRA Admission .75 Per Couple $1.25 ...........;...• ,■• n • .................... . ...........................w WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY' April 18 and 19 ‘Dial 1119' (Adult) ★ Marshall Thompson > Virginia Field The man who held the lives of five people in his hands for hours in New York City. Mother; “Didn’t youi’ boy friend bring you home pretty late last night?” Daughter: “It was a little late. Did the noise disturb you?” Mother: “No, the silence did.” * * * * A youth in his teens strode into a barber shop, frowned at the long line of men waiting to be served, then demanded im­ periously, “How long will I have to wait for a shave?” The barber looked closely and figured, “About six months, I guess.” Girls’Softball MEETING ‘Beauty on Parade’ ★ Robert Hutton ★ Dola Albright What price does a girl have to pay to become Miss U.S.A.? MATINEES SATURDAY AND HOLIDAYS AT 2:30 P.M. Town Hall, Exeter Mon.z April 16 at 8:00 pan. Any girds interested in softball are welcome f V You Have Seen Them On The Screen Now See And Hear Them In Person g ITURBI A ma A* TWO-PIANO RECITAL * presenting Stylings from Beethoven to Boogie-Woogie HEAR THEIR FAMOUS “PANTOMIME AND FIRE DANCE," AND GERSHWIN'S "RHAPSODY IN BLUE" FRIDAY, APRIL 20/ AT 8.30 P.M, MAIL ORDERS NOW AU Seats Reserved $2.50, $2.00, $1.50, $1.00 (Tox Inc.) Enclose Self-Addreised, Stamped Envelope for Return of < Tickets, Ouf-of-Town cheques must include exchange. £ BOX OFFICE OPENS TUES., APRIL 10, AT 10 A.M. irminmraWihrinrw NOW o -onoon ^REhfll Bathurtl and RMouf Streets London, Ontario ■J SCHENK—In Strathroy General Hospital, April 6, 19 51. Pearl Magdalene Witmer, beloved wife of Henry Schenk, Thed­ ford in her 54 th year. ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Arthui' Rundle announce the marriage of their younger daughter, .Margaret Jeanette to Mr. Ellwood Claire Tnuemner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hiltop Truemner, of Zurich, the wedding to take place Saturday, April 28, 1951, at twelve o’clock at their residence Thames Road. 12c CARDS OF THANKS Mr. and Mrs. Joseph White wish to thank the majiy relatives and friends who so kindly rem­ embered hex* with cards, flowers, visits and treats during hex* stay- in hospital. 12* To all you folks who sent me cards and visited at Victoria hos­ pital, especially Dr. Fletcher fox* their care and kindness, thank, you very much. 12* —Frank Whilsmith. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hardy wish to express their apprecia­ tion to friends and neighbours, who assisted ixi any way in sav­ ing their barn from the fire which destroped their home on Friday, April 6, 1951. 12c Percy and Pearl Duncan wish to thank all the friends and neighbours who sent cards and treats, also visited Percy while a patient in Victoria Hospital, London, and since returning home, and all who helped in any way with the work at home. It is all very gratfully appreciat­ ed. 1'2* Mr, Hartman Elsie wishes to thank his relatives for visits, treats, and cards which he re­ ceived while a patient at St. Joseph’s Hospital. 12* Mrs. Ross Oke wishes to thank all those who remembered her with cards and Visits while a patient in Victoria Hospital, London and since returning home, 12* Attends Unveiling Mrs. O. E. Zurbrigg visited in Hamilton for the week-end where she attended the Ceremony of Unveiling the Memorial Tablet at McMaster University, bearing among others, the name of her son, Frank, who was killed over­ seas. Busy Week Mr. P. E. Dearing was in Toronto last week attending meetings of the Canadian Live­ stock Record Board, the Royal Winter Fair Board, the executive meeting of the Canadian Sheep Breeders’ Association and the meeting and banquet of the Wool Growers’ Association. Red Cross Objective Half Way Reached Donations to the local Red Cross are gradually coming in, Wiliam Pybus, chairmen oi* the campaign said this week. “Response s o far has been very good,” he said. To date, $1,172.50 of the ob­ jective of $3,000 has been rais­ ed. Canvassers have not finished theix* calls yet. Mr. Pybus again emphasized that contributions should be giv­ en to the local branch, rather than sent to London. IN MEMORIAM PRANCE—In loving memory of dear mother, Mrs. William Prance, who passed away ixx 1936, and deax’ father, William Prance, who passed away on April 9, 1949. We know that they are happy In our SaVfour’s home above, Growing fairer as they linger In the sunshine of his love. —Evei’ remembered foy Edna, Grace, Sarah, James and grandchildren. 12nc THEATRE GRAND BEND Presents For Your Pleasure The Following Attractions HOME-MADE Baking Sale Also Afternoon Tea will he served at Jensen’s Store Sat., April 14 at 3 o’clock Se Sure to Come Main St. United Church Women’s Association Special Service Zion United Church, Usborne Sun., April 15 at 8:00 p.m. Special Music by the Hensall Male Quartet Rev. G. Wanless, Pastor Presentation and Dance FOR MR. AND MRS. JOSEPH BLOMMAERT Exeter Legion Hall Tues., April 17 Music by The Shamrocks FOURTH ANNUAL Huronia Male Chorus Spring Concert Directed by Mrs. H. L. Sturgis Featuring the Gilbert and Sullivan Operetta “TRIAL BY JURY” and Other Choral Numbers Solos — Quartettes S.HDHS Auditorium Friday, April 13 ADMISSION: ADULTS 500, CHILDREN 350 Reserved tickets available at W. G. Cochrane’s office I,.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------gg —--------------------------------■-- -—- ---------------------- Saturday Night DANCES This Saturday Night Exeter Legion Memorial Hall Music by the MERV HALL SEXTET SPOT DANCES Admission 750 Dancing 9-12 ■—... - ......... —-- ....................W I wish to thank my many re­ latives and friends While I was confined to London, St. Joseph’s Hospital, for letters, cards, treats, flowers, plants, and visits. Special thanks to the Shipka Sunday School, also to Lome Devine Leonard Desjardine who so willingly took charge of the barn work. Neighbours who help­ ed to cut the wood. 12* — Ernest Keys I wish to express my sincere thanks to all those who so kindly remembered me in any way while a patient in West­ minister hospital. 12c W. E. Jeffery, Hensall. The family of the late William Clarke wish to thank the many friends fox* the kindness, help end sympathy shown at the time of theii' bereavement. Special thanks to Rev. H. Snell and Grant MacDonald. 12c IN MEMORIAM INGRAM—In loving memory of our mother, Mrs. Alexander Ingram, who entered into rest April 15, 1932. Someone who in countless ways, •Gave me happy childhood days? Dried my tears and kissed the bruise, Made me mind my Ps and Qs; Everything that you could be That’s what mother meant to me. *—Lovingly remembered by the family. 12c' FRIDAY & SATURDAY April 13 and 14 ‘The Fortunes of Captain Blood’ ★ Louis Hayward ★ Patricia Medina ★ George McOi'eady , Sabatini’s King of Pirates in adventures never before seen in motion pictures. SHORTS & COMIC STRIPS TWO SHOWS 7:30 & 9:30 MONDAY & TUESDAY April 16 and 17 ‘Three Little Words' « Technicolour • ★ Fred Astaire ★ Red Skelton ★ Vera Ellen ★ Arlene Dahl NEWSREEL & COiMlC STRIPS ONE SHOW — 8:00 THE PUBLIC IS CORDIALLY INVITED TO ATTEND Official Opening EXETER PUBLIC SCHOOL Wednesday, April 18 2:30 p.m, CECIL CANNON, SUPT. OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION IN ONTARIO, WILL BE GUEST SPEAKER and Open House In The Evening 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.