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Home My WebLink AboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1971-04-01, Page 10Chamber executive resigns Seniors enjoy party Resort kids enjoy story hour Grandmothers attend receptiQn Sunday, apt°itghlir hoxlVir tneeti,raiiinhdehonourlI ras m4. Tr oc feP ttheirQ4 daughter, Mary Lorraine, following her confirmation in Trivitt Memorial Church. Friends and relatives attending from Toronto and Georgetowh were: Mrs, V. Partridge, great- grandmother; Mrs, 0, Simpson, great-grandmother; Mrs, Thelma Doige, grandmother and godmother; Mrs. K. Partridge, grandmother and godmother; W. C. Morrison, Mr. and Mrs, G. R. Partridge and daughters Lynne andjulie RightRev. Harold Appleyard, Bishop of Georgian Bay, and the Rev. George and Mrs. Anderson also attended 011 A PLAQUE FROM THE p RUMMER — Saturday's Minor Hockey Day at Huron Park was highlighted by the appearance of the RCR band from London. Above, drum major John Marlow presents the house league consolation trophy to captain Joey Reed of the Flyers with Frank Funston, association president at the left. 'F-A photo Opportunity knocks only, once, but temptation leans on the doo43elt. 0 4 • An EXTRA clean Sweep HITACHI' VACUUM CLEANER 53 PIECE DINNER SET AT NO EXTRA CHARGE with the purchase of a "Hitachi" Vacuum Cleaner "BISSELL" RUG SHAMPOO MASTER RETAIL VALUE $10.95 Regular Value $89.95 SALE PRICE 1189.95 IDEAL FOR HOME SALE PRICE OR COTTAGE Regular Value $29.9519.95 • II • For Professionalor Handyman "SKIL" 71/ tv Deluxe MECHANICS' VISE i '4 Ball Bearing SAW Regular Value $79.95 SALE PRICE 59.95 38 PCE. SOCKET SET WITH TOOL BOX BUSINESSMAN'S FILE CABINET You can file 5,000 letters with this large, 4-drawer, standard- size cabinet with positive loc- king compressors to hold files neatly. Will accomodate stan- dard 81/2 x 11 letter files. Des- ert tan enamel finish. Available also in 2-drawer Size. SALE PRICE 42 98 Item No. 551-187 -- 4-drawer Regular Value $59.95 • Item No. 551-188 — 2-drawer Regular Value $37.95 SALE PRICE fry no LI .WO 101•1111011•1111•1111M. SAVE ON DOG FOOD! CO-OP HI-BOY Dog chews SO lb., SALE PRICE .4.10 lin CO-OP HI-BOY Dog Chews 251b.. SALE PRICE $2.25 AM C0•OP Dog Chunks $0 be. SALE PRICE 15,0 WI CO-OP 111-BOY Dog Chunks 25 lb.. SALE PRICE $3.55 $311 CO.OP Canned Dog Food 2$C SALE PRICE 3,33e SPECIAL CASE PRICE . 3519 A CO-OP EXCLUSIVE! MAIL BOX & STAND MAIL BOX Reg. Value $13.49 n 95 SALE PRICE Au n STAND Regular Value $10.95 SALE PRICE 14.95 BUY BOTH AND SAVE MORE S PRAICE 4 9 5 LE 2 Regular Value .89c atEE 6/4 n .49 20" 'CLIPPER' MOWER Regular Value $73.95 SALE PRICE #. 65 95 44* • Powerful 311eh.P. motor le 99 "A REAL WORKHORSE" Mill run - 100% wool or 90% wool/10% nylon. WORK SOCKS SALE PRICE 129 Item No. 545-212 4 PHONE 235-2081 co)c 0 P Exeter District Co-Operative Beside the C.N.R. Station SEE CATALOGUE FOR OTHER GREAT CO-OP SPRING SALE VALUES! M5 ri . (744 , Regular Value $18.95 SALE PRICE Regular Value $39.95 16.69 SALE PRICE Perfect for those "big" jobs around the farm or garage. a 31/2 H.P. DELUXE ROTARY TILLER This deluxe rotary tiller Is de- signed to operate easier since the weight Is over the work area for maximum efficiency with minimum effort. • Powerful 31/2 h.p., 4 cycle Briggs & Stratton Engine gives proven reliability. • Clutch and throttle are conveniently loca- ted in centre panel close to hand grips. • 16 unbreakable 14" tines till a full 26" width adjustable tilling depth of 0 to 8". • Large easy rolling 10" x 1.75 semi-pneumatic tires. Regular Value $147.95 ALL LEATHER WORK GLOVES Regular Value $2,49 SALE PRICE 1 n n •UU Page 10 Times-Advocate, April 1, 1971 gesserma~sorograsarraiwaressft EASTER , Only 2 Weeks Away Not only is it customary to look your best on Easter Sunday, but with something new for Spring from McKnights you never looked better. MAY WE SUGGEST A NEW SUIT A NEW CO-ORDINATE A NEW SHIRT A NEW TIE, SOCKS, ETC. Drop in and see our large selection of new arid exciting outfits for MEN and BOYS Thanks For Shopping At McKnights Len McKnight & Sons MAIN ST, EXETER MEN'S WEAR card PHONE 235-2320 CHARGLX Amer SAVE BIG With Ready Cash During CONKLIN'S "CASH ON THE BARREL HEAD" Sale! NOW IN FULL SWING AT ALL 18 CONKLIN YARDS THROUGHOUT Southwestern Ontario EXETER — 235.1422 GRAND BEND — 238.2314 GODERICH — 524-8321 rr w BANGHART, KELLY, DOIG & CO, Chartered Accountants 476 Main St. S., EXETER 235.0120 By MRS. DIARKE KENNEDY G RAND BEND Tuesday afternoon, Children's Story hour was held at the library. The idea developed from librarian Mrs. Elmer Desjardine who has been getting ideas by attending work shops sponsored by the Lambton County Library Board. Mrs. Ron Brophy of Parkhill, and who teaches school in Strathroy, showed the children slides of her trip to Point Barrow, Alaska, and Rev, E. Willis showed slides of scenery in and around Sudbury, Bob Hamilton, who assists the librarian, entertained the children with a game. Nancy Paterson read the children a story about the Eskimos, Crafts were enjoyed with Clean Clay when the children made animals of the north. SENIOR CITIZENS The Senior Citizens were en- tertained Wednesday in the United Church by the W.I. There were twenty-five present and Mrs. E. Gill welcomed the guests, A singsong was enjoyed with the singing of the old time tunes. Following this the group played games, crokinole, Chinese checkers, etc, Mrs. Alex Hamilton gave a monologue impersonating a. lonely man, sitting in his favourite chair enjoying the newspaper, elbow out of his shirt and the toes out of hiS socks; neglected because his wife was so busy .attending to the Institute. Mrs. Lloyd Baker, dressed in old- time costume read a poem en- titled, Get up and Go. The group was served lunch and Mrs. Jack Mennel thanked. the ladies for their hpspitality, The next get-te-getter for the senior citizens will be April 21 when the Orpha Club will en- tertain at the Legion Hall, The Senior Citizens have been entertained by churches and organizations of the village throughout the winter months. They now feel it is time to organize on their own. They were asked to think it over until the April meeting and decide for their future. C OF C The Grand Bend and area Chamber of Commerce met in the village hall Monday evening. Jack Mennel chaired the meeting due to the absence of the president A. Marucce, who is vacationing in Europe. The secretary presented a letter of resignation from the vice president, Ted Flint. Due to other important commitments with the Ambulance service Mr. Flint felt he .couldn't devote the time to the Chamber business, resignation was accepted with regret. Reports of committees were given and the new brochure should be ready for distribution shortly. Jack Mennel was appointed responsible for presentation of plaque for the first large boat staying overnight when the tourist season opens up. Murray Desjardine and Frank Plumb are a committee to install Beach Bench signs. Mr. Mennel reported briefly on a meeting on Tourism held in Stratford that he and Mr. Wassman had attended. BENEFIT EUCHRE The benefit euchre held last. Saturday evening sponsored by the WI was successful. Prizes were won by Mrs. R. Keyes for ladies' high score; Oscar Miller, for men's high; ladies' low, Mrs. H. Hamilton; men's low, Ed. Turnbull. Ladies' lone bands, won by Mrs. Vincent Roy; men's lone hands, Jack Turnbull; Sylvia Neeb won the special prize as she was sitting on a specially marked chair. Following the euchre a large box of groceries was Dutch auctioned and T. Myers of Zurich was the winner. A ten pound bag of sugar was won by Mrs. H. Hamilton. The cake walk created many laughs. The winners of the ap- petizing cakes were Carmen Louie, Mrs. Wm. Brenner, Mrs. R. Tiedeman, Mrs. S, Devine, Mrs. H. Hamilton. The proceeds which amounted to $50.00 will go to the Medical Centre. 4-H The 4-H girls held their sixth meeting Monday evening in the United Church with Brenda Taylor president, in the chair. Roll call was answered with, Occasions when shorts or slacks could be worn. Mrs, M. Venner demonstrated two types of zipper inserting. The girls read brochures on how to sew with knitted fabrics. They also made plans for Achievement Day. PERSONALS Mrs. Vincent Roy of Oakville visited last week*with Mrs. Leroy Bariteau. Mr. & Mrs. Art Finkbeiner are By MRS. J. TEMPLEMAN The ladies of the community who have enjoyed their painting parties at the home of Mrs. Mary Griffin RR 5 St. Marys this winter held their final party Wednesday afternoon. Ten ladies from Staffa Women's Institute were guests of the Dublin Women's Institute at their International meeting, Tuesday evening. Karen and Steven Miller holidayed this past week with their aunt, Mrs. Rose Harris, Chiselhurst, and their grand- parents, Mr. & Mrs, Ernest Willard, Exeter. Mr. & Mrs. Philip James visited Friday evening with Mr. & Mrs. John Templeman, BRING YOUR PRESCRIPTIONS to MIDDLETON'S Drug Store Ltd. 359 Main St. Exeter Phone 235-1570 NORMAN WHITING LICENSED AUCTIONEER Prompt, Courteous, Efficient Any Type, Any Size, Anywhere Phone 235-1964 EXETER N. L. MARTIN OPTOMETRIST Main Street, Exeter Open Every Weekday Except Wednesday For Appointment Phone 235-2433 visiting this week with relatives. in Welland. Mr. 4 Mrs. Fred Newton are home from the Sunny South. Mr. & Mrs. Murray Douglas arrived home Sunday after vacationing in Florida, Mr. & Mrs, Roy Flear returned home from Florida last Thur- sday. Mr. & Mrs. Fred Willert are home again after vacationing in Mexico. & Mrs. I, Insley, were in Toronto Saturday attending the wedding of their son. Rev. Insley officiated. The thermometer continues to rise from donations to the Medical Centre. At time of writing it reads .$19,000. At present there are four doctors interested in the clinic. Kathy and James Hutchison, London spent last week visiting their grandparents, Mr, & Mrs. Herb Hoggarth. By MRS. WILLIAM ROHDE Mr, & Mrs. Russell Morley, Exeter, visited recently with Mr. & Mrs. William Rohde. A number of people from this community attended the reception Saturday evening at the Exeter Legion Hall for Mr. & Mrs.Edwin Kerslake, newlyweds. Mr. & Mrs. William Rohde visited Thursday evening with Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Knight and Sunday with Mr. & Mrs. Milton Sleamon, Exeter. Mr. & Mrs. Harold Rowe spent the weekend with the former's sister and her husband, Mr. & Mrs. Bert Brown, Windsor. Mr. & Mrs. Bev Morgan' and family visited Sunday with Mr. & Mrs. Al Morgan, Sebringville. Mr. & Mrs. Bert Miner and family, Lambeth were guests Sunday with Rev. Stewart and Mrs. Miner. The Sunday School teachers met at the manse Sunday evening with Rev, Harold Dobson, Grand Bend, as speaker. Next Sunday evening the choir members and anyone interested in music will meet at the manse when Rev. R. Wilson, Centralia, will speak. The Easter thankoffering meeting of the United Church Women will be held Thursday evening with Mrs. Donald Dees, Mitchell, as guest speaker. Communion Service will be held Sunday. The reception of new members will be conducted. Mrs. Pearl Francis and Jane, Toronto, visited this past week with Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Kemp. Mrs. Nelson Hunkin, Teeswater, spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Miller and Paul. Edna and Janet Miller, London spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. & Mrs. Leslie Miller. Rev. & Mrs. Bruce Eaton and family, Orillia spent a few days at their home in the community. Mrs. Ethel Lyall, Nancy and David, Agincourt, visited for a few days with Mrs. Sam Norris and Mr. & Mrs. Bob Norris and family. Mr. & Mrs. William Lamport, Exeter, visited Sunday with Mr. & Mrs. Leslie Miller and girls. ALVIN WALPER PROVINCIAL LICENSED AUCTIONEER For your sale, large or small, courteous and efficient service at all times. "Service That Satisfies" DASHWOOD Phone 237-3300 C. H. RODER DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC 04 Pannell Lane Strathroy, Ont. BY APPOINTMENT PLEASE Phone 245-1272 PERCY WRIGHT LICENSED AUCTIONEER Kippen, Ont. Auction Sale Service that is most efficient and courteous. CALL THE WRIGHT AUCTIONEER Telephone Hencali (519)262-5515 7-17c Staffa ladies hold last painting party