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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1950-03-16, Page 9THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, MARCH H 1950 ■Central Press Canadian KLEENEX News of Hensail daughter, Timothy Seed PHONE5P has been owing to Bawden, of Exeter, visit- week with her committee in charge. Also many kind ladies who made sible these results. Mrs. . ~ I Tablets 39 why sacrifice the eye­ appeal of shapely legs — simply because you must wear a pair of elastic stockings? There’s no need to do so — not when you wear our new Nylon elastic hose. These wonderful stock­ ings are specially designed to give you real relief —- to hug your legs like a se­ cond skin—yet to be prac­ tically invisible even under the sheer street hose. They are available in knee and garter lengths, launder eas­ ily, and may be washed many times without losing their supporting qualities. BROMO­ SELTZER 300 Soft Smooth Tissues f/GHTG H&UMCH&S 3 WAVS h GOING HOME AFTER DAY’S WORK IS DONE — His day's work done, King George VI is seen returning to Buck­ ingham Palace in London in the royal coach after formally opening Britain’s new parliament, In his speech} the King proposed a mild “limited program of legislation” on behalf of the Labour government, which scraped back into power with a hairline majority. His majesty made no reference to the nationalisation of steel or other socialist measures which would be fought over every inch of tlie way bv Winston Churchill and the now powerful Conservative “loyal opposi­ tion”. Growing Contracts (Limited Quantity of Seed Still Available) To growers who can comply with certain require­ ments, we offer attractive contracts to grow a npw improved strain of Pasture Type Timothy Seed. The British firm of R, W, Gunson (Seeds) Ltd., London, England, has made available to use a limited quantity of Foundation Stock Timothy Seed, strain Aberystwyth Si-8. The original selection of this seed was made at the world famous Plant Breeding Station in Aberystwyth, Wales, and the Foundation Stock was produced in New Zealand and has been certified by the New Zealand Department of Agriculture. Aberystwyth S48 Timothy is a highly desirable Interested growers are invited to • growing contracts only if they have suit­ land and can provide for required isolation pasture strain, apply for able 1 ’ ONTARIO ■> this Timothy *— Strain Aberystwyth 348 (Note thick leaf growth— highly desirable pasture variety) Timothy —• Standard Canadian and American Strains. Jones, MacNaughton Seeds Ltd Box W EXETER Phone 207 > the ! POS- Arm- strong reported on the buying- of supplies, etc. IMts. Shirray very kindly volunteered to attend to the transporation of quilts. Mrs. A. Kerslake, Miss Consitt and Mrs. C. Cook were named a Nominating Committee to pre­ sent at the next meeting the Slate of Officers for the coming year. “Thank-you” notes were re­ ceived from (Mrs. Flynn, Mrs. H. Workman and Mrs. A. D. Mc­ Ewen. “Believe me of all those En­ dearing young charms” was sung. Mrs. Blackwell favoured with an appropriate reading. Unusual interest was shown in the outstanding demonstration provided by Miss -Dozois and Mr. Cornish of Goderich representing the Singer Sewing Machine Co. Many new and modern sewing methods were introduced. The regular collection was taken, Card games were enjoyed .by those not intersted in sewing. iMrs. Parke and Mrs. Elsie Car­ lile will be hostesses for the April meeting. iMr. Bennett, of Clinton, Agricultural Representa­ tive, .will be guest speaker. A film ’will be featured. A hearty vote of thanks was extended to all by Mrs. Norininton. To close a successful ©Veiling, hour was enjoyed by the direction of the and their assistants. Miss M. McAllister Following a heart attack, which she suffered while busy at her housework last Thursday, Miss Margaret McAllister died Tuesday at her home in Hensail. She was born on the Pan* Line, and came to Hensail 19 years ago and was & dress maker. She was an .active mem­ ber of Car ni e I Presbyterian ’Church, a member of the W.M.S., and during the war years an active Red .Cross worker. Surviving is one sister, Mis. William McAllister, iHensall. Private funeral services will be conducted at her late resi­ dence on Thursday, by the Bev. P. A. Ferguson, and interment made in Hillsgreen Cemetery. Mrs. ed last Mrs, John Farquhar. Mr. Alf Taylor, who confined to his room illness, is somewhat improved. Successful lln Music Exams Maj a Roobal, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Semon Roobal has suc­ cessfully , passed her first Con­ servatory of Music exams, taking first class honors. Maj a, who has just transferred from Lum­ ley School to the White School, is a pupil of *Mr. John L. Nicol A.C.C.O. Evening Auxiliary Meets Mrs. Lillian Hyde presided for the monthly meeting of .the Eve­ ning Auxiliary which took place in the United Church school room on Monday night, March 13 with a splendid attendance, Mrs. Mary 'Buchanan and Miss Edna Walsh were hostesses. The theme song and the hymn “He ■Liveth Long” were , sung, after which the Lord’s 'Prayer was re­ peated. Mrs. Mary Buchanan con­ ducted the devotional period, us­ ing as her theme “In the Begin­ ning God Created .Heaven and Earth” Mrs. Maude Hedden read the scripture lesson, Psalm 121. Members offered a lovely selec­ tion of aprons for the Fall Ba­ zaar in answer to the roll call. The minutes were read .and the collection was taken. Business was reviewed. (Members are ask­ ed to present at the next meet­ ing, April 3, ipot holders, dish cloths and similar items. An appeal for good used cloth­ ing (adults’ or childrens’) for enclosure with the W.M.S. bale requires urgent attention. Aux­ iliary members are requested to have contributions at the next meeting if possible. A cordial written invitation was read by the secretary re the annual W.M.S. birthday party to be held in the school room of the church Friday evening, tMar. 17, at 7:45 o’clock, to which all Auxiliary members are urged to attend. A “Thank-you” letter was re­ ceived from the McClymont fam­ ily. Miss Gray ably dealt with a continuation of the Study Book, bearing the subject “In Health and Healing.” Mrs. H. Faber and Mrs. G. Broderick will be hostesses tor the next meeting, Mrs. H. Elder will devotional and Mrs. the study, The closing hymn Christ There Is No East or West.” The Mizpah Benediction was repeated. The hostesses and the social committee served a dainty lunch at the close. It was decided to forward a donation $5.00 to aid the “March Dimes” fund. Institute Members 8C0 Sewing Demonstration A worthy representation members and guests attended I regular monthly Institute meet­ ing in tlie Legion Rooms Wed­ nesday night, March 3, when •Mrs. Brown and Mrs, Orr were capable hostesses. Mrs. Beer, tlie president, pre­ sided for the meeting which opened with the Ode, the Creed, and the Lord’s Prayer. Each member was asked to raise talent money throughout the year, lit response to the roll cali tills | fee dnd sandwiches nightly from particular collection was receiy. j a booth in the end of the flress- ” ... - • room. The Woodham rink did not have skating on it very much during January, but since Febru­ ary 1st there it has been almost steadily active. Broomball is sometimes -played if the ice is too soft to skate on. The activities of the rink .take second place to those of the church which has helped foster it and there are no , conflicts with church activities. give the Blackwell, was “In of of of the Mrs. Lyne Donates Painting To Sorority The unveiling of a beautiful painting took place on March 7 at the home of Mrs. Eugene Beaver. This painting was donat­ ed by1 the artist, Mrs. James Lyne, who addressed the girls at a meeting a month ago at the home of Miss Irene Sweet. The painting is truly beautiful, and although the girls .are loathe to part with it, they have divided the group in two, and tickets are being sold for a draw, The girls belonging to the group which sells the least tickets have to treat the winners. Mr. F< May. has kindly given space in the window of the Jones & May store for a display so that all may see the painting. The business of the meeting was conducted by the president, Mrs. Art Whilsmith, The slate of’ officers for the coming year was read by Miss Irene Sweet, and Which slate was adopted. It was decided that the Ritual of Jewels for the four new mem­ bers be held at the -Commercial Hotel on March 28 at 6:45 p.m. (dress formal). The draw for the painting will be made at this meeting. It was voted that the Chapter would undertake to supply the equipment for a $600 hospital room, Mrs. Art Whilsmith and Mrs. Eugene Beaver took the topic for the evening—-“Pride of Pos­ session”. Mrs. Whilsmith pointed out the difference between a connoiseur and a collector, and taking as an example of the lat­ ter, China. With illustrative ex­ amples set before them, they showed the girls the different kinds of china which had been produced in the last three cen­ turies, and gave the history and background of them. After a lovely lunch served by co-hostesses Mrs. J. Doerr and Miss Elsie Gaiser, the meeting dispersed with the repetition o^ the Closing Ritual.* Due to the absence of Sorority reporter, the last meetings were not reported. February 28 a very interesting meeting took place at the home of Mrs, F. Milner. Following a white elephant sale from which approximately $30 were realized. Miss Anna Brock and Edith Hunter took the topic, “Pleasure of Possession”. a social all, under hostesses Rag's 9 for donations but none more Main St WMS Mrs, Andrew Campbell hostess to’the Afternoon Auxil­ iary of Main St. Church. Mrs, E. Carter, .president, presided and conducted the opening devotion­ al, Various items of business were discussed. A bale of good used -clothing is being packed and donations may be left at -the churCh. Miss Margery Broderick took up the fourth chapter of our Study Book, “Growing With The Years.” .(Mrs. P. Merkley and Mrs, H. Mahoney assisted Miss Broderick. The closing worship was conducted by Mrs. W, Powell, A social half houi* was enjoyed. Iceland’s Althing, g o i n more than 1,000 years Js reputed to be the world's oldest parlia­ mentary body currently operat- Buy and Use the two On * Sugar beets, or roots which may have been the forerunner of today’s beets, were eaten for their energy value by the $gypt» ian labourers who built the pyra­ mids. Before You Buy Drop In and See My Complete Stock of USED CARS All my cars are thoroughly checked before being offered for sale! Bob Cook MOTOR SALES H E N S A L L Bus. 178 Phone Res. 188 There are many calls worthy than the Crippled Children’s Society annual appeal through Easter Seals. Your contributions aid this society in carrying out its great work amongst children with physical adversity. Again and Enjoy the Benefits of Tomorrow's Healthy Citizen is A. L. Snelgrove Chairman of Exeter Lions Easter Seal Committee Space contributed, in the service of the community by John Labatt, Limited THE EXETER LIONS CLUB Mark Twain once asked a neighbor if he could borrow a set of books, which he was very anxious to use. “You’re welcome to read them in .my library,” answered the neighbor, “but it is my rule never to let my books leave my house.” Some weeks later, the neigh­ bor sent over to ask the loan of Mark Twain’s lawnmower. “C e r t a i n 1 y,” replied Mark Twain, “but since I make it the rule never to let the lawnmower leave my lawn, you will be ob­ liged to use it .here,” Woodham Rink — Continued from Page 4 The Woodham rink has an surface 84 feet long by over 10 feet wide. According to the rules Which are posted conspicuously on the walls of the drossing room the rink is meant 'partially to provide free skating for all the school children Of the com­ munity. There is skating , three nights of the week. A small charge is made to adults but on Saturday afternoon the place is given over exclusively to begin­ ners from l:i3|0< to 3:00 o’clock and to school children only after 3 .o’clock. Church Properly The church shed -still of course remains the property of Wood­ ham United Church while the Community Association have use of it as a rink. A feature of the enterprise is the work of the “Busy Bees” y^r.iii; group .vho serve hot dogs, co£- cali thisl fee and sandwiches nichtlv from dd, each answered us to how the amount was made. At date of writing the total amount was $33.75. Mrs. A. Shirray effective­ ly presented the motto entitled “To do all the good we can in every way we can to all the people we van,” Mrs. Goddard contributed a pleasing piano solo. During the business session it was disclosed that 13 beautiful crib «iuiltb had been completed for the London War Memorial Children’s Hospital. These were displayed, Mrs. Beer voted thanks to Mrs. G, Armstrong, Mrs. S.Biggest hotel in the world'? Bell and Mrs. A, Mousseau, til a 1 New York’s Waldorf Astoria, co-operating with the Crippled Children’s Society and your donation may be made to