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FIFTY -T YEAR N 2 12
Exeter Coundi• Local Doings
Mondae, Jantieey 25, 1926
regular meeting of the menial..
pal eounoil was held in 'the Town.
Hall with all the meanhers .present.
Pbe minutes of the meeting held Jan.
llth were -read end approved.
= John Taylor a,skieg PorMiSsion to
1=1=1 erect a high test gas pump in. front
of his premises. Granted en motion
of Davis and Gillespie, work to be
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done under the supervision of street
Commiseioner.
Applications for the position of
assessor were opened and read as
follows: W. J. Carling, H. Bierling
11011=1•1 and Win, Mitchell, together with the
application of James Murray receiv-
ed and read at the last meeting, and
the motion of Collor Hawkins
naming Richard Hunter. One appli-
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See" was not allowed. Per Davis and Gil-
lespie that H. Bierling receive the
29c and 10c
Hawkins and Coultis that Rd, Hurt-
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ter be appointed. • The reeve declar-
ed in favor of Mr. Bierling. •
Tenders for printing were read
from the Times-Advoeate and. the
Wickwire Print Shop. Per Davis and
Gillespie tha the.tender of the Wick-
wire Print Shop being the lowest be
accepted.
Per Hawkins and Coultis that ae-
tion be taken by • the village const-
able to close the billiard and pool-
room. --Carried.
A number of accounts were read
and passed.
Jos. Senior. -Clerk.
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IN MEMORIAM
SWEITZER--In loving memorye of
my dear husband, Samuel Sweitzer
Who died on Sept, 28, 1911,
'Ills smiling way and pleasant face
Are a pleasure tb recall
He had a kindly word for each
And diecl beloVed bY all,
Sothe day, we know not when
To clasp his handhi the better
land,
:Never to part again.
!A.k.
Wife.,
INallillafORIAM
PEDLA.R---Ta loving • memory of
joriah H. 'Pedlar, '
Thou hast gone to the graste, but
we're wrong to deplore thee,
When God was thy ransom, thy
guardian, thy guide; -
He gave thee and took thee and
• soon Will restore thee,
Where death hest no sting sine
the Savior bath., died.
Brother Sohn antrellece Alice MC-
AMOY',
• Local. News
Miss EdieeeCiechraete, of Hillsgreen
spent the week -end with Miss Muriel
Luker.
Mr. Chas. 'Wilson, who was laid
up with a sore lip has now fully re
covered.
Mrs. D. Davis and daughter, Mrs.
G. Coekwell, are visiting with, relat-
ives'in Ingersoll this week.
Mr. and ]hrs. Herman Do,ymeen, of
,Seaforth, .are visiting for a Week
with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Daman.
Mr. Ted. Sims, veho'has spent sev-
eral week e at his home here, left this
week to return to Vancouver, B.a
Caven church will hold their an-
nual meeting Friday evening. The
ladies -of the .congregation will serve
tea,
Mr. Jack Elliott is suffering with
blood poison in his left hand, the
result of having struck his thumb
with a hammer. .
DEATHS
LINGARD—In Ceborue, on Tuesday,
anuary 26th, 1926, Catherine
Lingard, beloved wife of George
Lingard, aged 68 years and 5
M °nem
RYCKMAN—In Gaelph, an Monday,
Januery 26th; 1926, Mary Reid,
relict of the late Tobias Ryckman,
in her 87th year.
JAQUES----At Whalen, on Friday,
January 2,2nd, to Mr, and Mrs.
,Allen Jaques, a daughter.
BOLAND-1u Centralia, on Januaey'
23rd, to Mr. and Mrs. Bdland
a daughter,
CARD OF TITAI;ES
Mr. and Mrs. George Iledgins and
family", wish to thank their' relatives
and friends, and tieighbors, for their
kindly sympathy and thoughtful
help on the oecasion of their recent
bereavement, and for the beautiful
floral offerings.
CARD OE THANES
We Wish to thank 61.1r frleadEl• and
neighbors for their Maity .kintleess-
es and loving syneriathy to oar
Mother, MI'S. Yelland, during her
long iihiess.
Sons and daughters
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ELECTED WARDEN
Reeve .J. W. McKilibon, of Wing-
harn, was elected warden of Huron
County on Tuesday. There were five
candidates in the field, Reeves B. C.
Mannings, L. J. McQuaid, A, HeNeeb
J. Middleton Ad 3. W, McKibben.
LONDON CONFERENCE TO MEET
-IN STRATFORD
The London Confetence of the
United church will meet in Central
church, Stratford, of which Rev. W.
E. Donnelly is tae pastor. The con-
ference will open Wednesday, ala,Y
26th, the last Sanday in May being
conference Suuday. The church
year ends March 31st, being a month
earlier than in past yrs.
'CHURCH Ui1tCUITS REARRANGED.
IN STEPHEN TOWN * . •
i„,,,ereee.4.,e„ - _me' * sessee,,,te h., . i mi'eue Huron
Boundaefes Commission Als Mir re-
cently in the United chirch at Cred-
iton aaid plans for the, rearrange-
ments of the work in Stephen Town-
ship were diecussed and approved
and are now ready for final endors-
ation of Presbytery. By this new
arrangement, Ailsa Craig will. go
into Middlesex presbytery; Shipka,
formerly Methodist, will be associat-
ed with Crediton and Brinsley; Cor-
bett, formerly Presbyterian, will
close and join with Greenway. -The
two churches at Grand Bend will
amalgamate to form a , pastoral
chary with Greenway.
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS
The officers of Exeter Lodge No.
67, I.O.O.F. were installed. Tuesday
evening by Past Grancl R, N. Creech
assisted by a number of Past Grands
as follows: Jr. P. G., T. 0. Southcott
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N. G., Rev. Jas. Foote; V. G. Silas
Reed; R.S., R. N. Creech; 'F.S., H.
Jennings; , Treas., E. M. Dignan;
Warden, B. M. Francis; Con. W.
lafack; 0. G., J. McCallum; I. G., C.
Kestle; R.S.N.G., E. A. Howald; L.S.
N.G., W. Martin; R.S.V.G., U. Snell;
L.S.V.G., L. Baynham; R.S.S., Rol-
and Williams, L.S.S., E. E. Moyle;
Chap., C. Salter. Following the in-
stallation refreshments were served.
ri. S. COMMENCEMENT
WAS SPLENDID SUCCESS
Exeter High School' Commence-
ment exercises in the school room of
the James St. United church on FrI-
day evening last was a decided suc-
cess. Despite the very inclement
weather the room was necked. The
Commncement is a big night for the
students and this year was no excen
time Rev. A. A. Tramper filled the
positicin of chairman in his usual
able manner: A splendid program
was put on- by the schelaas and cons
sisted of choruses by the Glee Club;
piannsolos by Miss Wanda von Was-
cinski and Miss Mary O'Brien; solos
by Miss Helen Wethey and Mr. Fred
Feist; piano duet by'- Misses Medd
and Dignan; violin solo that desery-
es special mention by Mr. now. Gam -
brill; selection by mixed quartette;
saxophone solo by Robt. Gambril•
piano trio by Misses 'Wood, Medd and!
Wood. Mr. Howard Dignan, gold
Medalist of last year, elle is now at-
tending University, Waq " 0:1 ',via end
in a very able manner delivered the
valedictory. Ho spoke lb highest
terms of his Oasoci8t"n f th' Fixe
ter High Sieben]. awl pe l pIendid
tribute to the te.aohiln fr Prin-
t:Wel D; J. Wethey pre'reed the di.
plomas to the succeeeae 'students
and also the awards ;7,,;'ea athletic
eyelets on field day, - Stan -
bury Deesentod the seee7esehips, Mr.
0, 5: Howard presentee ' Teel:ranee
Schelarehip to Mies 'r
Form L, GenesHarold Chambers lane:, "tare Gen..
iVe've O'Briee; e Irowald
Form IL Generel "'
Wesley Main Ibo ia may
Abbott: Wfaybelle' le; a Strang.
Middle School—Me, • 'teat, Gor-
don Fowler,
Tipper School -Lee:. ‘.• Ho-
ward Dignan; Bebe. Eleanor
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Messrs. P, Dearing and W. 1, Bern
are in Goderich as jurymen
Mr, J. H. Jonee is in Teronto this
Week on businese.
Messrs. Frank Delbridge and,
C. Harvey were in London Thursday
last attending an educational course
for insurance underwriters,
A uumber of young people were
pleasantly entertained at the home
of Mr. Wm. Weiner, of Stephen, on
Wednesday evening of last week. A
very jolly tiine was spent by all pres-
ent,
The many frieuds of kiss Dorothi
Kuntz are sneezed to see that she is
able to be around. Miss Kuntz, who
a few weeks ago was in a very criti-
cal condition, has made wonderful
Miss Elia Link has accepted a
position as milliner with the Mac-
Tavish store at Seaforth, her duties
to commence with the opening of
the millinery season.
A number of friends of Mr. W. 11
ail
Dearing held a wood bee in the bush
Tuesday afternoon and cut his next
year's wood supply. Mr. Dearing
wishes to express his appreciation,
Miss; Olive Quance, has returned
to Toronto, after visiting with Mr.
and Mrs.. W. J. Beer. Miss Quance
sang a solo in James St. church Sun-
day evening that was, greatly ap-
preciated.
Mr. A. E. Fuke returned home
last week from Victoria Hospital,
London, where he underwent an op-
eration for the removal of one of his
eyes. His brother-in-law, Mr. John
Krueger, accompanied him home
end visited in town.
Mrs. E. Dyer, of Brantford, a sis-
ter of Mrs. D. Davis, of town, was
hoored by the Women's Auxiliary of
St. Jude's Church, Brantford, when
she was presented with a life Mem-
bership in the Society in apprecia-
tion of her valued services during
the past 33 years.
Mr. Robt. Ga,mbril visited with
Messrs. Ea,e1. Dixon and lixn Zigs-
wortch, of McGillivray and the three
young men Tendered violin and sax-
ophone selection at the Brinsley Ten-
4ed oyster supper on Thursday even-
ing. The, music was greeted with
much applause.
About eighty young people from
the James St. League enjoyed a
sleigh ride to Hensall Monday even-
ing where they were royally, enter-
tained by the League of the Heiman
'United charch. The Exeter, young
pop e provIted-alle program-M-20We
freshments were served by the Hen -
sell young people.
Rev. Dr. Graham, of Toronto, oc-
,
=pied the pulpit in James Stchurch
on Sunday last and spoke in connec-
tion with the drive that is being
made for the maintenance fund of
the United church. The weather was
stormy and a small crowd was pres-
ent at the morning service. Dr.
Graham delivered two very forceful
and inspiring sermons.
Cardinal Mercier, of Belguim, he-
roic "apostle of peace" who during
the late war rose from comparative
obscurity by his messages to his
countrymen during the German oc-
cupation, died at his palace in Mal-
ines on Saturday. During the visit
of the Canadian Weekly Press Par-
ty to Europe in 1924 the members
which included several from Exeter
were received at the palace and pre-
sented to Cardinal Mercier.
The Donnelly murder which oc-
curred in Biddulph on February 4th,
1880, has been the subject of much
discussion arqund town following
the account of the murder which ap-
peared in a London paper over a
week ago. Mr. James Hern, of
town, resided in the community at
the time and heard one of the fatal
shots fired. Ile was on the seene
of the tragedy the following Morn-
ing and was also present at the
trial in London.
The Young Ladies' Class and the
Young Men's Class of the James St.
Sunday School held a very enjoy-
able social evening Tuesday in the
basement of the church. The Young
Ladies' Class held their annual
meeting following which a sociable
tume was enjoyed in singing, group
games and contests, 'This was fol-
lowed by a very sumptitons serving
of refreshments. About ninety young
people were present and enjoyed a
very jolly time.
The Junior Farmers' Hockey
League played two exciting games
last Thursday night in the Dome
rink, Exeter, which resulted in a
snore of 9-0 in favor of the Never-
Wases, and 9-1 in favor of the Irish
Kids. But hurrah for the Huroa-
dales and Thames Road next Thurs-
day night, 7.30 sharp.
mommit Acanotairmoi,
soonar ANNUAL MEETING
The Annual meeting of the Exeter
'Agricultural Society was held in tlie
Town Hall, Exeter, en WednesdaY
afternoon of last week at which a
goodly representation was in atten-
dance. Mr. Henry Huston was as-
eign.ed to the chair and conducted
the Meeting in his usual creditable
manner, The treasurer presented
leis report, which showed the insti-
tution to be in a good, healthy con-
dition from every standpoint. The
society started the year with a bal-
e/lee of $64.42, and after paying
$500 on the mortgage and $167.00
for „repairs to the grand stand and
grounds, there was a credit balance
left of $12.20. The total receipts
amounted, to $2,334.85, and the
expenditures totalled $2,324,65;
$860 30 of which having been spent
in prizes and $337.50 on speeial ate
tractions. During the year the
Turf Club handed ever to the Society
a gift of $525.26, which the society
gratefully acknowledged by a hearty
vote of thanks. The matter of a
three-day fair came in for consider-
able discussion, but the matter was
left in the hands of the direceors.
Tb.e following officers were duly
elected for the ensuing year, viz.:
President, Geo. Penhale; lst vice-
president, Jas. Jeckell; 2nd vice-
president, W. R. Elliott; Directors,
W. D. Sanders, W. J. Hearaan, John
Aleison, J. IL Grieve, Dan. Dew,
Wm, Andrew, Thos. Heinlein, Fred.
Ellerington and Benson Williams;
Auditors, Paul Coates and 0. 11.
Sanders. At, the subsequent meet-
ing of the directors, Mr. R. G. Sel-
don was re-elected secretary and T.
S. Woods, Treasurer.
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY ARE
PLANNING FOR BIGGER AND
BETTER THINGS. VOR, EXETER
The annual meeting of the Exeter
Horticultural Society was held in
the Town. Hall on. Thursday evening
qf last week. The society had a
very successful year financially as
will be seen by the report which ap-
pears -in another column. The parks
committee reported a very active
year in connection with their work.
Cement pillars were put in for fenc-
ing Riverview park -and the meeting
went on record as being in favor of
developing this park. Improves
ments have been made in all of the
other parks. Suggestions were
made for the installing of some R SALE
conveniences at Victoria Park -in or-
der to fit it un' as ;..tte.'4.krtiree920-4,e,e,
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To
See Better
"Do not put off till tomorrow
what won can do to -day," is an
old axiore which has saved
many a person trouble when
followed. When the eyesight is
defective, it pays to bear the
old saying in mind and tallow'
the advice it gives.
S. Fitton
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Just a few reasonswhy our
Bread has the sweetness, fresh:,
nese, wholesomeness of home-
made Bread—
We elaim that the best of
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and never use substitutes.
We insist upon just the sort
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We use a_ formual that aesuren
the top-notch of Bread -good-
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EXETER -a. ONTARIO
1.7511lict''—'11fre reit thiftedeaLe
also urged to renew its endeavors
to get the co-operation of the C.N.R.
in improving the grounds at the
depot. A thorough .canvas will be
made for members as it was strong-
ly felt that in no way could the ap-
pearance of the town be improved at
such a small expense as by contrib-
uting one dollar a year towards the
membership of the society. The
asual spring premium will be dis-
tributed. The officers were re-el-
ected as follows: Hon. Presidents,
Dr. H. K. Hyndman, I. R. Carling;
Pres., J. S. Harvey„ 1st Vice -Pres.,
G. S. Howard; 2nd Vice -Pres., Mrs.
D. Mack; Secy.-Treas., 3. G. Stan -
bury; .Asst., Miss V. Rowe. The
directors are appointed for two
years. Those appointed for 1926-
1927 were Mrs. T. Dinney, Mrs. N.'
3. Dore, Dr. Roulston, D. Roweliffe,
J. W. Taylor. Those appointed for
1925-1926 eeere M. R. Coniplin, 3.
Hunter, Wm. Ward, Migs jeckell and
Mies A. Andrew; Auditors, W. H.
Johnston and S. J. Elliott.
'BAND TONIGHT
DOME THEATRE
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
January -29th and 30th
RAYOND GRIFFITH
IN -
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Exeter,
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GR CERY BARGAINS
Crisp Soda Biscuits .... 15e Ib
Tasty Sardines 4 boxes for 25e
Mixed. Tea, our special 59e lb
Matches, 3 large boxes for 29e
V,anilla, 8 oz. bottle for 25c
Extracts, any flavor, 3 for 25c
Ammonia Powder, 3 pkgs 25e.
Toilet Paper, 6 large rolls 25e
Pink Salmon, 2 large tin 35e
Shredded Wheat, 2 pkgs 25c
Kellog's' Corn Flakes 3 for 29e
Mixed Cookies, 2 lb for 3-5c
Crisp Ginger Snaps, 2 lb 250
Royal Yeast Cakes 5e pkg.
Jelly Powders, 3 pkgs for 25c
6 lb. Quality Oatmeal for 25e
4 cakes Palm Olive soap 25c
18 bars P. & G. soap for $1.00
Seedless Raisins, 2 lb for. 25c
Rice, choice quality, 3 lb 250
P. & G. Soap Chips, 2 Tb 25c
Sweet Seedless Oranges 39c dz
Castile Soap, 7 cakes for 25e
Shelled Walnuts ...... 49e Ib
Canned Corn, 2 tins for 25e
Choice Dairy Butter 39c lb.
e's a Prince
. A REGULAR FELLOW
A novel treatment of the life of a
young European Prince whose wak-
ing tine is, occupied in laying cor-
ner stones of buildings, dedicating
monuments, opening Zoological Gar-
dens, judging baby shows etc. '"He's
a Prince'' tells how he plots to wiggle
out of it aII and then finds himself
instead of one of the common people
a ruler after all.
USUAL COMEDY
SECURE, Se JA( KS IN ionnus
Last week it was mcntionedin the
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pecial Sale of
Times-Advoeate that the Elinerille
boys had secured 72 jack rabbits,
On Thursday Met the Woodhain and
Kirktott 'boys went them one bettor
by securing 83 jacks. The Wood-
. ham need Rerkton Hunt Club have
;had several outings but the big bag
I alma on Thursday hist. There were
' forty-orie in the party tinder ' the
'leadership of 3. Veiteh, of Kirkton.
:Theyellad with them six dogs. The
' dr ve was made ie Biddulph Tp., the
'hu ters going sorneWhat farther than
the ellinreille boys, The hunters
forrited themselves into e V and boat
the Week 'and the fleet 'footed irielte
were given a merry chase, The
club Would have secured more only
some of the hunters ran out ot am-
alunition and had to Wait for the
;4upplies to coMe Up
RA IO
We have a few sets that we are
willing to sacrifice on to clear out.
For instance we haVe a four -lithe
let slightly used With new tubes,
regular price $66, that we will sell
for $40. Try Us for tubes, batteries
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loud speakers, Phones, etee
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EXETER
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Villa Eden Dairy
In soliciting patronage for our new
and up-to-date dairy we wish to an-
nounce that we are now PERMIAN'.
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ESTABLISHED in. Fleeter pu
and are able to supply you with re
wholesome:, good quality, bottled
milk. We are also very glad to an-
nounce that we have had all our
cows properly tested by a qualified
ed
veterinarian and. they have been
found to bo free fro BOVINE TUE.
ERCULOSIS.
Our -quality is second to none and
we aim to please.
Otir motto is cleanliness duality
and SerViCO, . Ask us. to rail or phone
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The Exeter boekey team wept to
Dashwood Monday evening end play's'
ed the beet gal,no Mc) locals have yet
Put up tins winter. At the end of
the third peried the score wee tie
and Deslitvooa welted two ealea,
goele in tea overtime period. '1110
meore was 5 to 3. Zurich will play
in Fleeter leridaY eVening, and thin
should prove an interesting games
Come Out and entertrage the bees:,