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HomeMy WebLinkAboutExeter Advocate, 1911-4-13, Page 1`WENT.;S-FOIItT$ YEAR. EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRII 13, 1911, SAITI)ERs & C REEL Local Items THE EXETER COUNCIL. The council met Friday evening, the 7Ui inst. All members present. Minutes of the last meetiog read and approved. Mrs, Wm. Sutton waited an the "Coun- cil asking: to have her taxes for 1910 remitted, No action taken.. air. Jas. Jeckelli presented a petition asking t";te council to have drain on \'V,illiana street, north of the creamery, flushed out, Lovett -Ravers --That the commissioner see Mr. Scottto have same attended to. --Carried, Mr, F. Sweet asked the council for $1.50 for extra work o.z drain on Main street. Day -Rivers -That he be grant- ed $1.g5. -Carried, ,evett-AVaper.-.Th:at Mr, &Iurp'iiy's o '. ter of ;29 for Verity pavement Plow, laid dawn here, be accepted. -^Carried. )..'[livens--Day--That• the roltkwingoe- eOunts be passed and larders issued .in'': l aynaent,- T. B. Carling, part ' carry,, $43.75; W. J, Bieaett, pt,r, salary $33; Jas. Cantor, Pari. salary librarian $25 S Sanders, poptage and salary 19.25; T. Brock, aria labor 1.06; Ts ?resell. labor, ?3e,; T, Iixttulde-t, waterworks, 3.25; 'l'V J:. II'oanaaxa, coal, etc,', 10.70; Z. Grigg, stationery, 2.95; Electrito Light Co,, 109435; total $250A5, Levctt--Walper-That anyone having ashes to dispose of will kindly see the road conanitasioner, and he will direct them where to dump the ashes, as the eouncit can make use of earns. --Carried,, Mr, Whittaker, representing the Goold Sl glee and Moir Co.; at Brantford, wag present and waited on the council with a view• to haying the :natter of indetnnity between them and the couneil settled; Days -Rivers -'That we intake, the company an otter of $600 in full of. (bail claim, •--Carried. Tse sante was refused, (Later in the evening, however, a settlement was made between the Parties—Ed,) Adjournment tio April: 1401. T. B. Carling Cleric, DR. 13UTTON DIES SUDDENLY. -The daily papers ot Saturday contained the news of the death rat Dr, Tlerbers .Button of Part Colborne, son of Rev.Ili L,,iJut- ton, of Brueo Street, South, London, for- merly of Centralia. Deceased died sud denly of heart disease. The doctor was well-known to many Exeter people, belt- ing awing for several months•. assisted Dr. Rol- lins In his medical practice; and during his stay hero he became a member ot, the Maros Lodge, in which he ha°tt since ;retained his membership. Deceased Was a bright student, clever In his med- ical practice, and was much esteemed and respected by a, large circle of frit ds here and elsewhere. His wife survives' him. Ho was 33 years of age. EXETER SCHOOL BOAR?? 'ray, white Lebanon Forest was respond- ed to by the Wtor. M; aster, tBgo. 'Fired. The regular monthly streeting or the Kerr, the Senior and Junior Wardens, Board was held on Monday evening last Bros. W. D. Sanders' and. R:. G. Seldon, with only one absentee S. iyfarkin. Re -; With the xlInE .f Auld Lang Syne ne sides confirming the minutes of !a� concluded one of the.most interesting session the following items were duly: events in the history of Lebanon Forest considered and approved, Per F. Weed: -,--- and II, Huston -The report of the DEATH OF MRS. 'FISHER. -The death principal, asking for drinking .cups and occurred early Saturday morning last of palls tor the different departments, a a respected resident of Exeter in the Per- son erson of Elizabeth Buswell, relict of the late Frederick Fisher, at the age sof 63 years, 5 months. Deceased bad been DI for two years, but was ltriproving for some months previous to taking grippe and F. Woad, T. Rawl -cute & Soo, five weeks ago, which was too much for 051 cups etc,, 1,70 ;, S. A. $tevrart, rxaat- leer enfeebled constitution to stand, re- eites coo.,F5c, r H. 1-1nn orr and t pe t k a F,. sulti;rya as whore orated: She .:was a , sad, i53at the Corporaiiott, of the Val- daughter of the late Richard Buswell, rage. o Exeter be treasurer Son the and was barn in the slawnshlp of Lis- rr e^. year. P T Pl. Carling, ad- s cit 3borne, where $7 years agta sae ntarecl ;jsutounent. ,:ser late huslaa°nd, wino predeceased her J. Grigg, Secretarysix years. They resided in Usborne un- ----- n- ---^^* ^ tit twelve years ago, when they retired OFFICIAL VISIT. -1?. D, G. M., Fred. to Exeter. D+eeeased was a rpst estiin- Holweli of Baden officially visited, Leo- able lady and highly esteemed by all arson Forest Lodge, No. 133., A. F & who knew her. One daughter, Idles P,aliy A, M., cnx Monday evening. There was a Fisher, survives, besides one sister,Mrs large attendance, including a number a A, G, Dyer of Exeter, and one brother, visitors, Is. Wor, Bro. Stewart and Wer. Mr. Geo. Buswell of T7sberne. The. Ad - R o• v arrell, ilatroddeed the D, 1), G. td. vocato $sins the ,,any trlendw in tend - of South Martel District and the visitor ing sympathy to the bereaved. The fen, belt,[,; treeelved, in the usual ,Manner, oral took place to the Exeter, cemetery thanked. the lodge for their kindly re- a,a Monday afternoon, April. 1Otb caption, and then directed. the=W. M. tai proceed with :the work of initiating clock far :Miss I£insjnan's room and suggesting the purchase of all seeds a.,td bulbs desirable this week, also the purchase of about six loads of earth; The toil swing eccoutats per F. W.Gtad casadidrite. The work of the degree and School closed Thursday for the ,East-, opening and closing of the three degrees er 1=alidaga: ging done, and the Wer. Master, Bro. Mr,, Joseph Senior is improving after Fred. Derr{ and the officers crotnpli- -- a week's :ibises. mooted. snits excellence, the work of the: Seasonable spring` weathet has been ori everting was concluded by a hearty vote tap du/sal O%e weslc, of thanks being tendered to the distin We regret to report that ,tier, Al, M ,rigged visitor, Then, followed }the exenx DWetl Ia hat ass wort Ltala weak. plif.eation or the "Fourth" degree, wlticrx was a most enjoyable affair, The Mr, Simon, Roster has puret.ased° sr Wor, Master in a brief' address ap, 3ia thew Kellarnd's far tat of 100 acres set pol'ated V, 'Wer, Bro, 3. A. Stewart I lotr, toastmaster, wh,o, atter a," feww pert:- Mg, Harold Swan gave all address on .aeaat remarks, proposed the toast or The G:xznada at the :gain Si. League on Tues:. X ing, which was .heartily ,honored by ovening< t and an appropriate verse sung by Services it lire N. ;D. Ilurdo act T3tc Grand Lodge t the several churches will w,ts i°estPanded ipa lay Rt. drat. 13ro. °F be art lreepla with t9ao Easter season Holwell, and his address wase a„g'rand s0 Sunday. tributeto the Craft. The Dominion war; ° Mr. Melville Desiring has accepted a. "...situation as nook -keeper with the• C, I'. ct.:rcrly replied to by Bro, li eldetxtaam R, at �aar;ejaw, Ina. its 'which. he extolled the vastness, the Immense` possibilities and the great ' My. Jars, H. llatishall has beers ap. advantages of this fair Canada. The re- pointed Registrar x)f North - and sponse to the toast of The Empire by East Middlesex. , Wor. Bro. D. W. Cellos was a most Don't lie -it wastes my timetend yours able one. The address wan punctua.tetl -I'm sore to catch 'Ass, in dile end, and alai illustrated with Items of the world's that's the wrong end. history, and was listened to with deep The Odtifellows will attend divine ser interest. Theren sang by Bre. Ilurdori vIce' le Trivitt 3fenlarial church on the was well rendered as was alga thatw#tuttg -v --"a"'" Of April 3OtIt by Bro. W. IL Ellicott* The toast i of 'Visiting Brethren. fell to \Vox% °Bro, kki.. Mr. Frank Sweet was last week Intyro, who did it alrlple justice. ma awarded the contract of erecting the toast of The Ladies received response new Methodist church at Ilderton. from Wor. Bro. Davis and Bro. 3iuri• Rev. Powell of ells street Methodist church preached at Credlton, Sunday CARLING'S House Cleaning Now that spring is here and housecleaning is the order of the day, you may need something that will make the home more cheerful and bright. It is.— Lace Curtains In this line we are sure we have some of the best and neatest patterns at prices that will defy anything shown. Rugs In this line we have the Brussel's rugs in . green and fawn shades ranging in price from $14 to $20, also a choice'range of small rugs in newest shades from $1,15 to $3.50' Wall Paper We have the largest and best range of Wall Papers that we have shown for some time. We will be -only too glad to let you inspect our stock. Carpets Some new patterns just arrived in union, and all wool. These carpets 'are exceptional values. rices ranging from 40e. to $1.00 per yard. he new -goods are arriving every week in Foulards, s, Rajahs, Mulls, Etc. In: all the newest shades and rices to suit every one. 3p®CxttlWe are clewingout what Paint we have at 50c a can. The price elsewhere being 75c. 4'tir; G{ roceries---Always on hand and of best quality, esti rices paid for all kinds of Produte, ,a,x� ; ; :sir aw tY 7$A 4:111:. rr g, exchanging pulpits with Rev. R. Hicks. lir. G 1 ard0ax. ,,Senna has moved into the house vacated by hire Johne Ford on Andrew Street, the later having taken up his residence in the ho'nxe at the bemetery. Word has been 'received here of 'the death of Duncan McEwen of near Hen - Tho remailn,s° will be interred in Exeter cemetery under Masonic auspices on. Thursday afternoon. A load of young people of Main -street church. on Monday night drove out to the home of Mr Adolphus Hooper and enjoyed a taffy -pull. One et theboys says, "We had a, whale of a time." Dr. Mo{are of London was here Tues- day in consultatipn with Drs. Hyndman and: McGillicuddy on the, case ;of Ufa'. A. McDoneli, whjs Is still very LII; and while his case is a critical One his chance' of reciavery is favorable. Mr. Wes. Snell announces in another column that he carries a full line oZ McCormick implements for the Interna- tional Harvester Co., a full line of Cockshutt Plows', the Gray & Son, bug,' ries, and repairs of all kinds. Give hint a call. The Re -opening Sex'vices of James+-st. Methodist church . will be held April 16th: and 23rd. The Rev. A. I'~: Birks, B. A.., L. L.. i3., President of the Lpendon .con- ference will preach, both morning and evening' next Sunday. The trustees are asking for liberal ciollections and of- ferings towards the improvement fund. Mr. T. E. 'Handford last week sold his handsome residence to Mr, Michael Doyle of McGillivrayand on Wednesday next will have a sale of his effects, Air. Handford and family will move to Edr mon,t0n. to reside for a timeat least. Exeter residents will greatly regret Mr. EIandford's departure, ' as he hats been one ,of our best ctitizens, and hope that he wall`. retunn to Exeter. We welcpme Mr. Doyle to Exeter. A quiet wedding took place at James Street Methodist parsonage on ' Wednes- day,of last week lof Mr. William:) Carrick to Miss Linda Prouty, second daughter of Mr, Sahnuel Prouty, all of Stephen. The ceremorvy was perforated by Rev., R Hobbs, Best wishes ,of their' friends will be extended' to Mr. and ,Mrs. Car - dolt. They will reside on the Prouty homestead, Steph+eno Mr Wm. Miners leaves to -day (Thurs- day) for Saskatoon', SaJsk., where he' in- tends remaining, at least for the summer and if agreeable will continuo to re- side there. He will be' accompanied by his son, Clarence of .Florence, ,who re ce.ntly 'passed his civil: service examine- Ilea,. and who has, accepted a, position In the Saskatoon poet • office. Another son, Mr. Fred. Miners of London will foll•'sw In a couple of weeks ATQ F'or the fleet: fourhyshc o , ing week ere will ice fora 430c. per tisk of 90 lbs'' a tra4+ one wishing No. L Gove /Standard, Red Clover, Timet y Alsike, We will take potatoes rn pa went for came .5 SOUTH HURON S. S., CONVENTION, Morning and afternoon seselons of the South Huron Sunday School Convention ' were held a.x Prestryiertan church Thurs- day.Rev.Sl presided. aa.r p p e lied at the morning session Rev. R. J.' M. Glassf-ord of To- ronto, Field Secretary of the Ontario S. S. Associatitori'addrecsed the dole- gates oh the°new County Standard and the ,purpose of County organization. The organizatitara of South, Huron was, then token up and accomplished. During the nftersto„ ih session Mr. J. Elgin Tont, I. P. S„ Coderic;i, gave a very practical xrtd o:cible address ,an "The organiz= at -an ri;ad naana4enaent +o1 the Sunday School." . Mr. Glaaaiord, in a way that gripped the eonvontIon, spoke on "Four Foundation S. S. 'Factors," and Rev. E. EI. ll a of Credigan gave an excellent add,.ress e+�, T.„,n Q IdaRne and .its relation to the Sunday Setkool. In the evening Rev. Mr,, Glasstord and Rey. D. W. Czi- ti;ts deeply interested the audience that gathered at Main street Methodist church with splendid addresses. Mr. Glassford spike on, "The Modern Sunday School Vision," arid Mr.. Oollins gave a scholarly `resume of the hist,ory of translations 'of the Engbtnh Bible. Miss Moncur aid Mira liincman rendered beautiful solos at the afternean session. The Main st. choir had charge of the music in,fthe evening. Township organization will be art -waged, it possible, towards the end of May. The following compose theEx- eeutive Council' for South Huron,-Prest- dent, Mr Frank O'Brien, Chiselburst : Vice-president, Mr, John H. Scott, Ex- eter; Rec. Secy, Mr. I-1. E. Huston, Ex- eter; Cor, Secy-Treas., W. Go; Medd, Winchelsea,: Supt, Elentetxtary Dept, Ortwein, Heiman; Sup't A. 13. C. 1)ep't. Mr. 'Wm; O'Brien, Zurich' Sup', Teacher Training Desi Mrs. 0, Fletcher, Thames Road; Supt Missioxx- ady Delict, Mr. W. II. Johnston, .IGppen:. W. G. Medd. GOVERNMENT ANNUITIES. A free lecture will b: given In 'tate Town 1141, Exeter, on Tuesday, ,April 18th, at 8 p. m., who R. 111:' ,Cameron, ruthorized rcpreecntativc, will explain, the Government Annuities Act recently 'taaugurated. This an Important sub- jset a.ad is creating a great deal of in- terest when it is properly' understood, And every citizen should hear how to secure an annuity of from „50 to $'600 per year for life at age 55 alndoupward.. Reeve Taylor will preside, Ladies are specially invited; everybody welcome, FIRE AT GODERICII GODEri1CH, April 6. -The h'ensington Furniture Company's Factory here was almost entirely destroyed by the fire to -night. The plant consisted of four separate buildings -two' frame and two brick structures. The totallass is estimated at between $50,000 and $60,- 000, about 75 per cent. of .which its covered by insurance. The tire originnted in the top flat of the three story frame building, which was used as a packing room. The two story building' was also burned. Despite the efforts of the town, s+ fire brigade a third b di ail ng, ons e ..f brick,: was also partially destroyed, but the 4th, block was saved, as were, also. the God - elicit Wheel Riga Company, the Doty Boiler Works and the North American Chemical Company.. The property is owned by ex Mayor Rumball, of Ltondon, and his son, John Rumball, has been in charge of the plant . WINCHELSEA Death of :tire Clements. -Last week another of the pioneer residents of this community passed ; to her reward. We refer to the demise pr Jane Wilson, widow of .the late Isaac- Clements, whd 'died on Wednesday of last week, at the ago of 73 yearn and.19.. da,ys. Deceased had been In popf health for four months or ,over, suffering from an attack of jaundice and the nature of the disease being of a malignant type her constitu tion gradually gave way under, • the strain until death 'released her of her• sufferings. The deceased's maiden name was Jane Wilson, being a native of Ire- land, and canh,e to thiel country about 40 years ago, Bunce which timer she contin- uously resided in this township. Her late husband: predeceased her about six years. Mrs. Clements was highly re- spected as, a citizen, and neighbor, - kind mother and true friend and her „de mise will be much regretted by a large circle of fr Lends. She is survived by two sons and four daughters -John of Mt. 'Forest ; William, Mats. Winer, Miss Minnie and Miss Eliza atthoine,a,nd Mlysa Sarah, New Toxic: The funeral took place Friday to the Elimvilie cemetery. Mr. John Cic+anents of Mount Forest and sister Miss Sarah of Newark, N.J., are Thome at present lowintg to the death of their nether•=Miss Lilla Heywood left on Saturday to spend a few weeks at Bryanston Miss Emma ;Upshall re- turned home >froni London on Saturday last.. Mr. David Miller spent'a few days wlth friends' here last week, prior to leaving for 'his'h;tnie at Il.ansomviile, N. X.=Mlas May Jones of Exeter is visiting friends here. -Rev. ,Colin k let cher and wife of TIaas Piped spent t Mr Tuesday visiting the school here. -.,Ir j W. W. Kerr is on the 'siek 11at this week The following is the report of the Pro- motionExamination . held .in. S. S. No. 6; Usborne, in April of 1911. The En- trance class teak the Junior Fourth papers with the exception of the Hie tory paper. „A. paper on English :history was given them. All the pupils at tii�ree" mads the required mark, name- ly 60 per •'cen Entrance Class--totah 7110=E. Kellett 659; lo Creery (157 ;.`E. Coward 112. Sr..IV.-•-t'o'tal 700 -Eric Coward 497. Jr. IV total 7fl0-G, Duncan 597; D. Corms,. 577 I, Hey. Wood ' nee , kid Cornish 544; L,... Johns 503 ; :D Creery 408, ;Jr. IIL total 685 -V. ,Sell 555- M Washburn 530 W. Routley 528; G •Delbridge 475 V. 1-ley- Heywood eyi-iey u d 452 L Cornish, 396 F Hey-• wood 278 R". Crecry:,259 Jr II ',ilial.` 1 • las 525-G. Johns 475; P. Coward 446, M. Camara 441; L. Johns 439;; Rhea; Sma1e 435; 4. Andrews 410; 3} f. Ixey- woad 409; M. Cornish 331; W. �5 Hey- wood �,��. These are s h+e e as tit e s s for el asses they have beery writing. Jessie A. Hamilton, Teacher,: CREDITQN. The Misses Marry a„nd Lucy Young of London spent a few days here last week visiting their sister and brothel's. -Mr, and Mrs. Daniel Sweitzer are visiting f=1•=rads in Buffalo. -The auction sale of T:tos.. iledde:t's. household efterts on :efo,.day was well' attended. Mr. Heddert moved to Brantford, with. his family or, Tuesday, where he has secured a good steady jab. We wish thein every sue Bess 1a their new home: Next Sunday past»ting.. Ribbon Horn. D. A., of Cleve- , nd, leve:and, O!tlo, will occupy the pnlpit in the Evangelical church, All those who under stand the German language should at- INIMMINEIMENUME tend as. the Bishop is, an eloque'tt speak - Or and well worth hearing. -The remains] of the late airs. g ph#a. Wiejlert, who. died in the Old Pe9Ple's Floras. in Eben- ezer, zer, N. Y,, were interred in 'the Evan- gelical Cemetery here On Tuesday. Some four years ago, after her hushaind's death, the deeeased wont to Ebenezer, where she was well taken: care. or ;in her old age. She and her late husband lived at. Crediton East for quite a nuna- b?r of years and were highly respect -i ed. Sheleaves a trieeej Mrs,,W{u. Snaith: of. Shlpka and a number of relatives rear Greenway, Ont. to mourn her lass. --Mr. Stoneman ot, Hensall spent last Su•hday in town, -Some of the summer saIS are znaltias their appearance, We expect to see them burst torch to all their glory next Easter Sunday, The ,says are secret°Qy in -signs 'gine hats will be smaller In slue. -Mrs. Floral Walker spurt a 'few days with. ?ftja. Wes Kerr of '0 j'.citelset last week. -Rev. Molts of the Methodist Church eXchaan ed pulpits with Rev, Powell "of the Main• street Methodist Church last Sunda. -- Elvin ,''McMurray, who has been ledger keeper of the Bank gat Caxnnaerce here,: since Decenxber, has resigned and in- tends leaving for Winnipeg where lie accepted a situation. Ills friends wish Mtn all kinds of luck. ;air. Colin: Car- michael of. Collin,gwooxd has been sent here to succeed him.-Gat;tet Baiter tot London Sundayed in o;r,t, 11rs, Bar- bara Oestretcher, who has been quite III the past week, passed to the great beyond ,an Tuesday :noon at an udvallc. ed age. At time of writing ••the funerttli irrataggnents hadn't been made but M all probability the: burial will take place `oix Friday. Ample notice' will be given to all the Lrhenda.-Rev. E. H,r Beans made a business trip to Berlin tan Monday.-AIbert Wialf Is busy breaking in 'a colt which appears to go along nicely. We notice, however that Albert doesn't sit lies firmly for fear that he won't have time to jump .if his driver, should get frisky. -Are we going to have a Victoria Day Celebration? Last Year it was thought best? ea :postpone it for a yeatr. Blow would it bo if our town father's called a meeting to dis- cuss the matter? A crossing is badly needed between the crossing at Mier - lock's and the corner. People will take the shortest way across regardless of mud and thereby bring in a lot of thp dirt into our places of business. -Messrs Hewitt and Steer of Exeter; were in town last Sunday evening. Our Wonderful e fu VALUES BIRTHS Clark -In Uaborne, April 9th, to Mr, and Mrs, Nelson CIark, a daughter. ,,Reader -In Stephen, on April 2, to Mr. and Mrs. Louis Reader, a daughter, Wedd-McGillivray, Friday March .31st. to 14r. and Mrs. John, Wedd, a 'eon. House. --In Clinton, on April 6th, to Mr. and firs.. John R. Douse, a son. MARRIAGES Carrick -Prouty -lm Exeter, on April 5 Wm. Carrick, of Stephen, to Miss Lin- da, second daughter of Mr. Samuel Prouty of Stephen. Sherlock -Williams -At the Central Meth- odist church, Vancouver, B. C., Mar. 28 by Rev, G. S. Osterhout, Mr. Bert Sher- lock of Vancouver, to Miss Lillian Williams, daughter of Mr. E. Williams of Exeter. Gray -Blaney -In Mitchell, on April 5th,. Miss Rebecca Blazey of Mitchell to 51r., 1-L Gray of Hibbert, DEATHS Hislop-'Viioray, April 4th, Mrs. Isa- bella Hislop, relict .of the late Robt. Hislop, aged 69 years, 4 months, 20 days. Fisher. -Iia: Exeter, on April 8, Elizabeth Buswell, relict of the late ,Frederick Fisher, aged 63 years, 5 months. Clements -In Usborne, April 5, Jane Wilson, relict hof the late Isaac Cle agents, aged 73 years, 1:9 days.' McKown,-In Clinton, on April 4th, Jane Potts, wife of Alfred McKown, aged 64 years, Watson, -In Seaforth, on March '30th,' George W. 'Watson., eldest son of the late W. N. Watson. 4 4ti r $ �4�tk Miss 1. 1. Allan Eye Sight,s 3CIialis� Will be at the. Commercial Hotel, Exeter, Parlor on Satur- day. April,' 22nd, ON7 .ii.�Y ONLY Anyone su Perin igr'.Eye. Trouble could not "rddo lietter than consult her. Remember "thy date - April 22nd. i' 4* 1 Suits and .x Overco 'c ts The Best on Earth for the Money See the Goods hen You'll Know - The Clothier Exeter