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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1950-12-21, Page 12Methods StressedBetter At Hereford Breeders’ Meeting On- could ■V'c said the Put stock com- :V Graham referred to the of Boh Hern, Huron boy who had the cham- Hereford in the King’s Oar wish tQ all you friendly folk Iq last the season thru May all your days be happy ones . in the year ahead of you! From Management and Staff of Ed’s Imperial We extend to you‘hit to you and yours 3k THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 21, 1950 SAD PARTING EVEN AT $6.50 A POUND — The parting is sad but profitable when Kenneth Morrison, Id, turns over his grand champion steer- to packer Adolph Miller (left) in exchange for a $7^800 cheque. The animal brought his young­ owner $6.50 per pound as the Western Livestock Show closed in Los Angeles. Despite his profit, Kenneth had to fight back his tears. ' —Central Press Canadan More attention to the mer­ chandizing of their livestock was recommened to Huron Hereford breeders at their annual meeting Friday by R. H. Graham, deputy livestock commissioner for tario. "If you have good cattle,” Mr. Graham, “don’t put nurse cow next the door, your good cow next the door, if you’re selling,—let the customer see the best cow first. No mat- ter how good your herd is, you probably have a few you hide.” Breeders of purebred must always cater to the mercial cattleman, Mr. Graham advised. "You can’t do without the fellow that wants a cheap cow. He’s the most necessary fellow at an auction sale.” ‘“We have to listen to the housewife in this country,” the speaker said. "She determines Exeter Radio & Electric District Co-Op We add to tlie wealth of greetings which Surely come your way* Ottr sincerest wishes that good fortune bless you all at Christ mas and in 1951! ProminentKippen Resident Passes James Earl Sproat, prominent resident of this community, passed away at his late residence on Friday, December 15, follow­ ing many months of illness. Mr. Sproat was in his sixtieth year and had been a successfful farm­ er all his life on the Second Con­ cession of Tuckersmith where he was born. He was a member of St. Andrew’s United Church. The deceased was of a quiet and retiring disposition and was respected and admired by all who knew him. He is survived by his sorrowing wife, the form­ er Mrytle Sproat, and one son, Dr. William Sproat Jr., Windsor; one brother, Dr. W. C. Sproat, Stratford, and one sister, Jack Allan, North Bay. The private funeral was on Monday afternoon at 2 from the B on tlir on Funeral Home. Rev. Albert Hinton of St. Andrew’s United Church, Kip­ pen, conducted the service. Inter­ ment was made in the family [plot in the Hensall Union Ceme­ tery. The pall bearers ^vere Edi­ son McLean, Morley Cooper, Bruce McGregor, Ross Broad­ foot, Robert McGregor and Joe McLellan; flower bearers wore Andrew Bell, John Henderson, John Sinclair, James Sproat, Gordon Fowler, Clarence Mc­ Lean, William Caldwell, Allen Johnson, Sunday School Entertainment Hold The teachers and pupils of St. Andrew’s United Church held their annual Christmas concert on Monday evening. Rev. Mr. Hinton was chairman for the evening. The program consisted of the opening chorus by the entire school, "No Christmas”; recitations by Wendy Ann Smith and Danny Holmes; chorus "Visiting Santa"; recitations by Margaret Blgle, Joyce Hood, and Gerald Johnson; chorus, "The Christmas Trees"; drill by the beginners; piano instrumental, Marie Jarrott. A short play, "The Census Taker", was pre­ sented by Marilyn Anderson and Wayne McBride; solos by Ann and Marie Sinclair; recitations by Donald Johnson.. The Um­ brella Brill by the juniors. An added feature of the evening, was Christmas carols sung in Dutch by Hank Bennidyke who arrived only two weeks ago from Holland. The Star Drill was next on the mental Barber songs; Elaine McClinchey.' A one-hour play, "The pam­ pered Darling", was presented by the seniors directed by Mrs. R. Elgie. The east was as fol­ lows: Connie Gibbons, Isabelle Caldwell; Janet, Gibbons, Merle I) e chert; Mrs. Perkins, Rntli Mrs. held p.m, program; a piano instru- by Bonnie Kyle; the Shops Boys then sang piano instrumental by Bell; ’* ‘recitation, Nelson correspondent wishes to an error in the slate of of the W.A. which ap- in last week’s issue. On finance committee should. Wins First and Mrs. Also a by each of treats Bob Hern Presented With At a luncheon served at the Hotel Clinton to Hereford breed­ ers and''guests, George Rodanz, president of the Canadian Here­ ford ford Association and owner of the $51,000 pel zantc- bulb presented a cheque for $5«0« to Bob Hern, Usborne township boy who had the best Hereford steer at the Royal, The $50 was the gift of the Canadian Hereford Association. For any boy winning the King’s Guineas with a Hereford, Mr, Rodanz noted the associa­ tion is prepared to make the cheque $150 instead of $50, "I don’t know of any other business," said Mr. Rodanz, "that has so many headaches and can give sp much pleasure. There has been more demand for Hereford cattle in the last coup­ le of years than ever before. Mr. Rodanz predicted that the end of 1950, registrations Herefords in Canada will be 3,000 from the 1949 figure. Good Beef Sires "We all believe that Hereford cattle can cross well for produc­ ing steers,” he said. "With but­ ter a surplus, and beef selling at a premium, it should be to the advantage of a good many dairy farmers to mate dairy cows to Hereford bulls, and produce beef.” George Kennedy, president of the Huron Hereford Association, noted that 10 of the_1.3 calves in the Lucknow calf" club this year were Herefords. It would be a great help to the breed, said Mr. Kennedy, if breeders would ocasionally make a good price to a calf club boy, to let him buy a really good animal at a price he could afford. Mr. Graham, principal speaker of the occasion, was introduced by Gordon ‘Bennett, agricultural representative for Huron, and was thanked for his address by Heber Eedy, Dungannon, vice- president of the Huron Here­ ford Association. New Officers The new officers named for the year are: Fres. ,H. Eedy, Dungannon; vice-president, John McGregor, Hensall; sec.-treasurer Fred Wilson; assistant agricul­ tural representative for -Huron county; directors, Frank Thomp­ son, R.R. 5, Wingham; James Neilans, R.R. 1, Londesboro; Stanley Jackson, R.R. 2, ' Sea­ forth; Robin Thompson R.R. 2, Clinton; and Maurice Hertzel, Crediton. We wish to express to one and all our sincere thanks for your kind loyalty and patronage to us during the past year, We wish one and all a Merry Christinas and Best Wishes for Health and Happiness during- the coining year. what you must produce, whether you like it or not.” "If you intend to sell cattle,” Mr. Graham observed, "the mar­ ket for 1951 and 1952 looks good. You can be wrong on things, but you can’t be very far wrong on what people are going to eat.” vIf war does break out,” Mr. Graham predicted,"You will see food prices held ini their right place. In war people have to be fed.” Mr. success county pion Guineas class at the 19 5 0 Royal Wnter Fair. "This King’s Guin­ eas class,” he said, "is the great­ est livestock spectacle of the Roy­ al Winter Fair. I believe we’re making better showmen and bet- ter breeders of our boys and girls.” Caldwell; ■ Joy Gaylord, Norma Dietz; Anna Bell Green, Virginia McClinchey; Norman Evans, Donald Kyle; Floyd Davis, Bob Caldwell; Dr. Rudolph Bon Hays- burger, Edison McLean. This play was very humorous and very well 'presented. A farewell song was given by Anne and Marie Sinclair; Billy Workman gave a closing recitation; Donald Kyle and Jack Caldwell sang a duet introducing Mr. and Mrs. Santa’who entered with packs of gifts and candy for all the eagei’ girls and boys. The National Anthem concluded the very, very good entertainment. Correction The correct officers peared the have been Mrs. William Bell in­ stead of Mrs. R. M. Peck (who is retiring from that position). At Chicago Mr. Preston Dearing has re­ ceived word that a two-year-old ram that was awarded first prize at the Iloyal Winter Fail* and was sold to a breeder from In­ diana, was shown at the Chicago Stock Fair and carried off the first prize in its class. Lieury Farm Forum met at tile home of Mr. and Mrs. Lav- erene Allison on Monday even­ ing with an attendance of 19 members. Two groups were formed to discuss the topic "Security for farm labour”. Group one’s conclusion was feed the help well, try to keep regular hours, If married they need about the same living conditions as the employer also satisfactory wages. Second it would be of no benefit to farm worker unions around here as most farmers employ very* little help and most of the youhg men are working in tlie city. Group two’s conclusion was to give the worker living wages and treat him* as one of the family, thus developing a sense of security. Farm labour in this area is mostly seasonal, few farmers have need for help in winter sasoil, We are not in a position in this area to give an authorative opinion. This being collection night the proceeds were $5.30. donation was given family to send a box to the Children’s Aid. Mrs. Ben Thompson Melvin Allison had charge of the recreation. relationIn appreciation of our pleasant business ship during the past year we take this oppor­ tunity to wish you and those you hold dear, a “MERRY CHRISTMAS” and a “HAPPY NEW YEAR” “TOM” COATES “BOB” PATERSON “BOB” McKENZlE “BILL” TAYLOR “MILT” LAVERY Your local merchant pays taxes IAlexander; Victor Gibbons, Grantifor local improvements Imy MacGregor; Duddley Fields, Jack [your Christmas gifts from him.