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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1955-05-05, Page 14Pass 12 THE. TIMES -ADVOCATE, EXETER,ONTARYO, THURSDAY MORNING. MAY S,1 i OPOWNITOditeir$1, wonderful Furnit>,tre Sale brings yon. bund - 4.040 of terrific values: Visit the atoN today: Attention Ball Players All players interested in try- ing out for the Exeter Legiou Mohawks Intermediate "'C" Baseball Team are requested to phone 208, Exeter. Monster Rummage Sale Sponsored by South Huron Hospital Auxiliary Sat., May 14 Sandy Elliot's Show Room Beginning at 11:00 a.m. Articles will be received at the showroom between 9 and 12 a.m. and 2 and 6 p.m. on Friday, May 13. Anyone who wishes to have articles picked up, phone 612 be- fore 6 p.m. Thursday. ALDON THEATRE GRAND BEND FRIDAY & SATURDAY May6and7 "THE AMERICANO" (Technicolor) * Glen Ford * Frank Lovejoy * Cesar Romero .A. man from Texas finds him- self in the danger -laden jungles of Brazil. 3 — CARTOONS -- 3 TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY May 10 and 11 "NEW FACES" (Cinemascope, Technicolor) * Ronnie Graham * Earths Hitt * Robert Clary Something new and different songs galore and wonderful dancing. .47 NEWSREEL own Topics Items of .social and Personal Interest In and Around Exeter The Exeter Times -Advocate Is always pleased, to publish these Items. We and our reader; are interested In you and. your friends, Phone 770, Mrs. Wm. Haigh, hA the formerer Muriel Luker and daughter MarY of Rapid City, Man., visited with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J, Murray the forepart of 'the week. Mrs. Haigh has rented, au apartment in town and will spend the summer here. Mrs. (C. W. Hall and family left Wednesday for Westport to join Idr. Hall, newly appointed manager of the Westport branch of the Bank of Montreal. Bobby, has been in hospital for several weeks following an accident 'Mr. George Rether, Sr., under- went an appendix operation o in St. Joseph's Hospital on Tuesday. F/Sgt, and Mrs. T. D. Jamie- son, formerly of Exeter, who Were posted to Germany with the R. 0, A. F., have recently' been trans- ferred to Metz, France. Mr. and Mrs. Richard 'Long, Barry and Linda, of ,Royal Oaks, Mich., and. Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Werth, andSusan, of London, visited over the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Wuerth, Mr. and Mrs. 'Cliff Blanshard, Harold a nil Linda, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. John Bean and family, of Brantford. Mrs. John Reid, of Toronto, is visiting with Mr, and Mrs. Doug Smith. Miss Edith Kipfer was pleas- antly su prised when 22 friends and relatives .from Zurich, Dash- wood, Grand Bend and Seaforth gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Lesume Desjardine to cele- brate her •birthday. Mr, H. Walters was discharged from (South Huron Hospital on Wednesday, having been ill for the past three weeks. 'Miss Kay Moir and Mr. Ian Blakely, of St. Catharines, spent the weekend with Mr. and 'Mrs. Clayton Frayne. Mr. and Mrs. John Webster arrived home on Monday from England where they spent the past four months, Mrs. Charles Harris, Susan and Bobby, of London, visited this week with Mrs. Milton Pfaff. Dance ABERDEEN HALL, KIRKTON Friday, May 6 9:30 to 1:00 a.m. NITE RYDERS ORCHESTRA Admission 50¢ Everybody Welcome Baking Sale Sponsored by Caven Congregational Circle SANDY ELLIOT'S SHOWROOM Saturday, May 7 3 - 5 p.m. Regular Meeting Exeter Safety Council Thursday, May 5 8:00 p.m. TOWN HALL, EXETER MR. DON MacKAY, GUEST SPEAKER Exeter Booster Hockey Club EIection Of Officers And Business Meeting Monday, May 9 irrhW'tyJlirtiltlrYriiYViYAYYrrii iilY 9:00 p.m. D.S.T. EXETER TOWN HALL i r. Yiiilifili11iotiiYpiiittinlnrii• nlii1111iiiiYiiorintitifiirilittutoli in111i11iiiitontij. Mr. and Mrs. John Taylor Of St. Clair Shores„ visited with his brother Frank and Mrs, Taylor. Mrs, Alice Holtzman, of Pontiac, Mich.,,,accompanied them and visited Mr. and Mrs. Harold Taylor. Mrs. Herman Powe is a patient in Victoria Hospital, ''London. Mr. Doug. Pryde, of Newfound- land, is visiting Mr. and Mrs, Thos. Pryde, Mr, and Mrs. W. L. lSweitzer, of Woodham, called on Mr. and Mrs. James Squire on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Rundle, of Blanchard, visited their aunt, Mrs. John Fletcher, on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Doupe, of Port Credit, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Doupe. Announcements Birth, Death and Marriage Notices are inserted free of charge. Cards of Thanks cost 75c, In Memoriam Notices 75c for single verse, 25c extra for each additional verse; and Engagement Notices are 75c. BIRTHS 3OWERSMr. and NIrs. Fred Bow- ers, Centralia, announce the tblrth of their son, Frederick George (Ricky), at South Huron Hospital, May 1, 1955. 8REWSTER—•F/0 and Mrs. Pierce G. Brewster, Huron Park, Centralia, announce the birth of their daugh- ter, Ruth Ann, at South Huron Hospital, April 28, 1955; weight 6 lbs., 11 ozs, BROWN—Mr. and Mrs. Terrance Les- lie Brown, Grand Bend, announce the birth of their son, Leonard .Leslie, at South Huron Hospital, Way 1, 1955. FLEET—Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Fleet, Dashwood, announce the birth of their son, Michael, at South Huron Hospital, May 2, 1955; a brother for Larry and Gail. PENNING—Mr. and Mrs. Lan G. Feh- ning (nee Jean Graham), Exeter, announce the birth of their daugh- ter, Patti Anne, at South Huron Hospital, April 29, 1965; a sister for Heather Jean. LYONS—Mr. and Mrs. Bev Lyons (nee Shirley Moir) wish to an- nounce the birth of a daughter, Lisa Beverly, at Victoria Hospital, London, May 2, 1956. PEARSON—Cpl. and Mrs, Kenneth Pearson, Exeter, announce the birth of their son, Richard Kenneth James, at South Huron Hospital, April 29, 1955; a brother for Heather Ann. READ—Dr, and Mrs. R. W. Read, Exeter, announce the birth of their daughter, Catherine Gaynor; a sis- ter for Bobby, at South Huron Iios- pital, April 29, 1955, ROHDE—Mr. and Mrs, William Rohde, Thames Road announce the ibirth of their son, Galvin Edward, at South Huron Hospital, May 2, 1955; a brother for Douglas and Glenn. TROMPS 0 N—Mr. and Mrs. Earl Thompson, Grand Bend, announce tiie birth of their daughter at South Huron Hospital, May 3, 1955; a sister for Marlene. VAN BERGEN Frank and Rosa Van Bergen, R.R. 1 Mitchell, announce the birth of their daughter, Johanne Petronella Maria, at South Huron Hospital, April 28, 1955. WADSWORTH—Mr. and Mrs. Keith H. Wadsworth, R.C.A.F, Station, Centralia, announce the birth of their daughter; Kimberley, at South Huron Hospital, April 28, 1965. WEBB—Mervyn and Labelle Webb, Dashwood, announce the birth of their daughter, Darlene Mary, at South Huron Hospital, May 1, 1955'i ENGAGEMENTS Mr. and Mrs. C. D. McCurdy, Cen- tralia, wish to announce the engage- ment of their daughter, Helen Joanne, to Dr. Robert Kirk Lyon, only son of Dr. and Mrs. E. K. Lyon, Leam- ington. The marriage will take place the latter part of May. 6* CARDS OF THANKS The family of the late Mrs. William Schade sincerely thank all who in any Reay brought comfort and assist- ance. in time of their bereavement. Special thanks to the T. Harry Hoff- man Funeral Home. 6* Mr. and Mrs. Clifford White, of Exeter, wish to thank all those who so kindly remembered them during thein recent bereavement. 5* I wish to thank my neighbors, rela- tives . and many friends for cards, treats and flowers I received and. for the many acts of kindness extended to me during my illness at home and while in hospital. Mrs. Wellington Haist, Crediton. 50 The family of the late William H. Hodgins wishes to express their sin- cere thanks to the neighbors, friends and relatives for the many kind ex- pressions of sympathy shown during their recent bereavement; also for the beautiful floral tributes and sympathy cards; special thanks to Tom Stephen- son and Son, -Dr. Letzz, Rev. Volliek, Mrs. Dixon and choir, the pall bearers and flower bearers. 5• Bobby Hall wishes to thank all those who remembered him in any way while he Was a patient in the Children's War Memorial Hospital, London. 50 Mts. Walter Dobbs and family wish to thank the neighbors for their kindness while Mr, Hodgins was ill at their home' also for the beautiful floral tributes and sympathy cards sent to them at the time of their be- reavement. 5* IN MEMORIAM DESJA IIDINE—In loving memory of a dear husband and father, Howard Desjardine, who tpa,ssed away three years ago, May 6, 1952. We do not forget him, we love him too dearly, For his memory to fade from our lives like a dream; Our lips need not speak when our hearts mourn sincerely, For grief often dwells where it seldom is seen. —Always remembered by' his wife and family. 5e LAMPORT—In loving memory of Ed - wary3,Lamport 1 53 ort who passed away Bach dawning day a thought of you At eventide a prayer; And in our hearts who love you true You always will be there. —aver.remembered by his wife and fathilLEWIS—hi loving memory of it dear mother and grandmother, Mary A, Lewis, who passed away three rears ago, May, 3, 1953. • Just beyond life s gateway- le atewayIs a garden bright and fair Where agatwe'll meet our loved e one, And ther'If be no parting there. —Fondly reinemberedby daughter, Von-Sn-law and grandchildren, 60 The quality is guaranteed, the prices etnaaa1ntgiy leW in Hopper- Hockey's current °[aurniture Sale. Buy stow—you'll salts countless dollars. Council Considers —Continued trom Plig0 1 benefit of 'high school girls and that a .large number of children in the area are on their way to school at this time, :Some .disast- rens results xray occud," He suggested 10l4ley Street running east and west at the corner of Andrew street be made a step street which would elim- inate the straight of way of two blocks from the high school to Main Street. Recently .council erected stop Signs on Andrew street at the same corner. The request was referred to police committee, under Chair- man Edward Brady. Some coun- cillors felt it was more important to stop the Andrew Street traffic than that of Gidley Street, IMr. • Cochrane also requested legislation to prevent the use of noisy mufflers on ears. A change in the subsidy reg - COMING EVENTS LADIES AUXILIARY to South Huron Hospital combined meeting for business and mending, Tues- day, May 10, 2:30 p.m. 5c THE EXETER HOME and School Association will hold its annual meeting and final public speaking contest on Tuesdayf. May 10, at 8:16 p.m. Mrs, E. Jones will in- stall the new slate of officers. Presentation of field day awards will be made. Everybody wel- come. 5c Liashrnar DRIVE -1H THEATRE IsA Clinton THURSDAY .& FRIDAY May 5 and 6 "APPOINTMENT IN HONDURAS" • • (Color) * Glen Ford * Ann Sheridan SATURDAY — MAY 7 "YELLOW TOMAHAWK" (Color) * Rory Calhoun * Peggie Castle. MONDAY — MAY 9 KINSMEN—LIONS FAMILY THEATRE NIGHT $1.00 Per Car "ADVENTURES OF " ROBINSON CRUSOE" (Color) * Ian O'Herlihy * James Fernandez TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY May 10 and 11 "BAREFOOT CONTESSA"- (Color) • * Humphrey Bogart * Ava Gardner • THE KINSMEN CLUB OF CLINTON Annual ar Bingo Clinton Lions Arena Fri., May 13 Commencing- at 9 p.m. (DST) Doors Open 8 O'clock LOOK At These Prizes '55 Plymouth Car Value $2,500 21" Television Set Value $350 Three $100 Special Games 15 Regular Games 25¢ Each Admission: 15 Regular Games --$1.00 Extra Cards 25¢ Car Ringo $1.00 Special Gr mei--.25¢, Traffic Complaint ulations of the Ontario Depart- ment of Ilighways will result in at increase of some $.1,500 in the grant to the town. The de- partment now pays 50 percent on the entire rebate to, the town from county .council rather than t o 0 per cent n hal of e 5 n f th county's rebate, Council requested the highways department to repair breaks in the pavement on Main St. Councillor Ross Taylor, who is in charge of the dump, reported a Chinese Elm and pine hedge has been planted along No. 83 highway in front of the refuse area. Further action to prevent access of privatee citizens to the dump was contemplated. Another change in the high- way regulations increases the amount of grants available on expenditures for -bridges and cul- verts to 80 percent instead of 50 percent. Save Your PAPER For Exeter Lions' Paper Drive in June Exeter Roller Rink Two Blocks West of Gould & Jory's Store Admission: 35¢ and 2516 Skates Supplied . Refreshment Booth Skating 8 to 11 p.m. • Reception And Dance FOR MR. & MRS. ROBERT KERSLAKE Exeter Legion Hall Friday, May 13 Admission: S0¢ Summer Resort Changes To DST 'Grand Bend joined the rest of the area on Daylight Saving Time this week to avoid confusion. The summer resort intended to remain on standard time to cater to tourists front the United States but this resulted in con- fusion when the surrounding die tract moved an. hour .ahead, The changeover to D.S,T. was approved at a council meeting Monday night and went into ef- feet on Tuesday. Lyric Theatre Phone 421 Previews Its Coming Attractions FRIDAY & SATURDAY May 6 and 7 • Jesse James vs. The Daltons * Brett King * Barbara Lawrence A real Western about the law- less James Boys. MONDAY & TUESDAY May 9 and 10 World For Ransom * Dan Duryea *' Gene Lockhart Here is a story with interna- tional intrigue photgraphed in Singapore. WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY May 11 and 12 Dragonfly Squadron * John Hodiak * Barbara Britton Family entertainment—a real war melodrama of the Army Air Force in the Korean War. .0,11111}'Heli omiliAlllgsll1 pow.tnoffimu1111n11 usio ilisumnimm lm.l ilimussiowliothogint muivo mli.. ELEVENTH- ANNUAL. s 8 South Huron District High School. Cadet Inspection tin,ynp Friday, May6 y 2:00 p.m. School Grounds Major J. P,the RCR De of London Cook,of will be inspectng officer. 3 g a. 5 3 1 The Public Ise`Invited To Attend ■ Earl Heywood AND THE Serenade Ranch Gang Stars Of CKNX BARN DANCE Thurs. May 12 10 to 1 a.m.. EXETER ARENA "NOTICE" To All Motorists Of Exeter And District A VOLUNTARY Free Safety Check For Your Car Or Truck FRIDAY, MAY 13 - Between The Hours Of 9 a.m. And 5 p.m. HERE'S ALL YOU HAVE TO DO Drive your car to Huron St. East where an officer of the Exeter Police Department will check the brakes, horn, lights, etc., in short all safety devices of your. car. If • all are in perfect working order you will be issued with a "Safety Checked" emblem for your car or truck. Fac- simile shown at left. If some or all parts are not functioning in the prorper manner, these defects will be listed for your information, and you may have the situation remedied at the garage or . automobile repair °shop of your choice. 1 Those With Defects May Return . To The Exeter Police Department Anytime After They Have Repaired The Faulty Parts And Reeive A "Safety Checked" Emblem For The Car In Question. THIS MESSAGE INSERTED IN THE INTEREST OF SAFE DRIVING BY THE EXETER SAFETY COUNCIL THESE SAFETY CHECK CAMPAIGNS ARE CONDUCTED FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY THROUGHOUT -ONTARIO BY THE Ontario Automobile Association HEAD OFFICE, LONDON, ONTARIO. "REMEMBER SAVE DRIVERS DRIVE 'SAFE CARS"