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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1973-06-28, Page 75—or- • - N120101, F03. 1883. rozomzvera Balance, D. McKay, gift, R. ,Laing, gift, Miss McDougald, gift, Mrs. NIcEwen, gift, G. McLeod, Cash, tea -collection James Ramsay, W. Moncur, Cash, tea, Cash, tea, - - - Collection, H. & F. Mission, CaSh, festival, - Collection, Evanjeiical, Cash, stove, - John Dew, - Seat rents to date, Weekly offerings, Collections to date, To f t it tt tt tt t it tt it it it tt it .C4 4' Chartered first Scouts — Continued from page 22 remained in that position for many years. In Caven's Jubilee year of 1911, Miss Fanny Bawden presented the necessary funds to bestow on the church the pipe organ which is still used to lead the singing in church. The early 1929's saw Caven with an excellent nine piece orchestra, under the direction of Harry Gidley, which played for Sunday School special services in the church as well as other events in the community. Good cooks sti II In 1883, the board, scratching heads to find a way to make money, came up with the idea of having 'a good old fashioned tea' on the church lawn. It must have been a dandy for the financial statement of that year shows it netted a profit of $110.40 even though the admission was only 25 cents per adult and 15 cents per child. Festivals were also a popular means of fund-raising and it seems that tasty and attractively prepared food played an im- portant part in the success of these affairs. In more recent times, Caven Church Woman have successfully conducted church suppers, smorgasbord luncheons and take- out dinners proving that selling food is still a good way to raise money and that there are lots of good Presbyterian cooks around yet. The Manse When Caven Church built its first manse in 1885, the cost of the lunch provided for the men drawing the sand exceeded the cost of the sand they were hauling. An itemized account in the old records shows that $3.94 was spent on food for the men who d,tiRw the sand which was "Totalcostof this imposing, two storied, , 10 roomed-house was $2,314.96 which included $1,120.47 to the contractors Ross & Taylor; brick and masonry to Heaman & Evans, $693.95 eavestroughing to Jas Pickard, $50.71; painting to D. Spicer, $178.40 and excavating $40.33. Many of today's home owners receiving their tax notices might 1883. Jan. I, " 6, IC 8, it 29, " 24 Febx8, Ap'l 6, May 6, Ji1y 9, Aug 6, Nov 5, tt 25 , Dec23, 4i 23 , ft 22, wish for the 'good old days' •when taxes were $19.48 on the manse in 1905, By 1938 they had inched their way up to $61.61 and had reached $231.69 in 1961, They have now gone beyond 30 times the original amount. The old manse was sold in 1961 when a new home for the minister was constructed on Sanders Street. Mr. & Mrs. John Burke, members of Cal/en, now own the old manse which remains one of Exeter's most beautiful homes. Records reveal that the house was built with all modern con- veniences including a hot air furnace, If the men who planned and built the house in 1885 could return, one can only imagine their amazement and awe as they would view the improvements and facilities added to the dwelling by the Burkes . . . in- cluding the swimming pool! The last 60 years Although the last 60 years haven't been as colorful as the first 50 of Caven Church, the tong Legation continues to con- duct its worship and business in 'decent and orderly manner'. When church union with the Methodists was voted upon in 1925 the majority of the congregation felt bound to remain true to "the faith of their fathers'. However, many members did leave the Presbyterian church to join either Main Street or James Street United Churches. First scout charter It is interesting to note that No. 1 Scout Troop charter in Ontario was issued to Caven when Stewart Stanbury was leader here. The late Harold Whyte, who was active in scouting both in Exeter and in other centres was also a member of Caven. Women to the fore The ladies of the church began to take a more active part in Church affairs during the last half century and women's organizations have flourished under the leadership of dedicated women like the late Miss Laura Jeckell, Mrs. Anna Ellis, and Mrs. Rose Russell who is still a member. Other ladies who contributed greatly to the life of the church were the late Mrs. E. Christie, known to all as.Grand- ma Christie and the late Mrs. R.G. Seldon. Miss Lillian Ballantyne whose name appears on the first roll call of the Logie Circle in 1915 is still active in Presbyterian Church Women, to day. Mrs. Elizabeth Moore, now of Hamilton, made history when she was elected as the first woman elder of Caven in 1967. Among those who have given long and faithful service to Caven are Mr. and Mrs. William Sillery. Mr. Sillery served on the board of managers for 37 years and retired as clerk of session two years ago after 30 years. Mrs. Sillery has contributed in a multiple of ways to-the well-being of Caven, not the least of which was singing in the choir for 42 years. They were honored by the congregation for their loyalty in 1971. Face lift In 1957 the sanctuary was given a complete face lifting when the old, dark furnishings fashionable in the early 1900's were replaced by modern elm pews, pulpits and other appointments. Over 150 former members returned in 1961 to help the congregation celebrate its centennial. Rev. Samuel Kerr was the minister at that time. Other ministers who served Caven in the past 60 years and brought with them special talents which endeared them to the members were Rev. James Foote, Rev, John B. Rhodes, Rev. S. Moore Gordon, Rev. D.C. Hill, Rev. John Galloway, Rev. Kenneth MacLean, Rev. D.R. Sinclair and Rev. John C. Boyne. The present minister if Rev. Wilfred Jarvis who also serves Hensall and Cromarty Presbyterian churches. Exeter Advocate, June 16, 1887 At the last meeting of the village council, steps were taken towards the purchasing of a town clock. Exeter Times May 3, 1901 The census enumerators of Exeter have completed their task, according to their returns the population of Exeter is 1,794. JOTTINGS BY J.M.S. 1954 I had an interesting visit the other day with Mr. Jack Mallett, of London, who was spending the day in Exeter. Mr. Mallett has an excellent memory and recalled some of the early days in Exeter. He asked me if I remembered the old jail that stood on the corner opposite the James St. Church. In this building was located the town bell and the JACK MAL LETT AMOUNT 8.00 8.00 12,00 33.95 $1 ,755.55 E. GRIGG, Sec practice of ringing the bell at seven a.m. in the morning and at noon and six o'clock has con- tinued since those early days until the present. There was a short break a few years ago when the town fathers decided that it was time to dispense with the early morning ringing but there were so many protests that the council rescinded their action, He spoke of the days when the Main street of Exeter was a gravel road with flagstone crossings and wooden sidewalks. He reminded me of the days when Constable, James Creech with his small wooden ladder used to clean the tin lamps and fill them with coal-oil each morning and light them in the evening. But it was the band that Mr. Mallett was mostly interested in. He joined the Exeter Band in his teens and for sixty-five years has paraded with the band on every important occasion if at all possible to do so. While stationed at Camp Border; with the 161st regiment during the first great war he came home to be with the Exeter Band for Old Home Week in 1915. Mr. Mallett started with the band under Samuel Gidley and served under the following leaders, Harry Gidley, George Eacrett, Ed. Christie, Ed. Treble, Samuel Hanna and Ted Walper. It was in 1915 that the Exeter Band provided the music at the London Fair. During all his years with the band he did' not receive one cent. Mr. Mallett will be remem- bered as clerk at the Central Hotel under Mr. Thos. Acheson. He recalled the days when the farmers held their bees for hauling brick from Crediton that was used in most of the brick houses for many miles around They would often stop for break- fast at the Central and in those days of the open bar Mr. Mallett would serve them before they started out on their journey with teams and sleighs as most of the hauling was done in winter. During his eighteen years as bartender he never touched liquor himself. While overseas with the 161st Battalion during the first Great War, Mr. Mallett was sergeant of the officers' mess, a position he was well qualified to fill. Mr. Mallett to-day is in his 83rd year and enjoys excellent health. Exeter Times Advocate, July 5, 1941 A "Call to Arms" was read from the post office steps Thursday at noon by Reeve B.W. Tuckey, Exeter Times, Sept. 6, 1901 Messrs. Bawden and McDonell. who have a number of horses at the Toronto Exhibition, suc- ceeded in capturing eight first prizes and two sweepstakes. Exeter Times, Sept 20, 1901 The tax rate for Exeter will be 17 mills on the dollar. Exeter Advocate, June 9, 1887 It is currently reported in town and country that a prominent grain buyer of this village has left for parts unknown and leaves behind him alist of mourners to the extent of many thousands of dollars. Exeter Advocate, June 16, 1887 Strawberry's are selling at 15 cents a box. Exeter Advocate, June 16, 1887 We were promised a Times galley slip-report of the proceedings of the teachers convention held here last Thursday and Friday, but as we have not been favoured with it, we are unable to publish it. The reason for non-receival is ob- vious, Section 3, Poe. 23 THE EXETER TINES-ADVOCATE JUNE 28, 1973 Jack played drums for over 60 years Jan. 1, 1884, Balance on hand, AMOUNT. $ 30 ,2 3 15,00 8 po moo 3.00.00 "25.00 42.00 50 op 25.0o 110.30 48.25 2 7.50 48.72 1543 3.00 5.00 132.25 5 1 7.59 231.28 43 1,755.55 33.95 18 83 Jan. I, it 7, 4, tt 21, 2 8, Feb. tt tt March 5, tt 4. By Rev. McNair, " " Watt, " " Hinds, tt July $141nernt SIZIP=7172MTVIEUE " McKean, 8.00 `tRev. Watt, 26.00 " Rev. McAdam, 5.00 " J. Anderson, 24.00 " Hoskins,- 70.00 " Rev. Bleau, - - 16.0o " Memorandum Book, .25 5, " Hoskins note, 642.0o 25, " Rev. Taylor, a4,00 Apri, 3, " Rev. Martin, - 200.00 ,. ttPitcher, etc., - 13.00 6, " Mrs. Logic, board, 28.50 20, " H. & F. Missions, Von 3, " Repairing drain, / 1.25 18, " Cash rent, 25.0o " Rev. Martin, 150.00 " Berries, Laing, 5.00 Aug. 25, " Repairing registers, 4.25c) 00 " Rev. Martin, - 1 I Oct. 1, " F. Evanjelical, 15.0o " lo, " Rev. Martin, - 65.00 " 2o, " Rent, quarter, 25.00 " 26, " Wood, - - 4.50 " 21, " Cash, wood, - 3.5o " 26, " Presbytery fund, • 2.35 " 26, " Widow and Orphans' Fund, 3.5o " 26, " Aged Ministers, . 3.50 " 26, " Assembly Fund, - 2.00 " 26, " Synod Fund, - .. 2.00 " Printing for the year, - . 13.00 44 31, " Rev. Martin to April 3, '84, - . 175.00 " 31, " Db. to balance, - - -