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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1926-3-25, Page 5Lt 'e it e-• e- re iA rev cy. re; THE EXETER TIMES-ADVQCATZ FromHensajI. ",c sol of -T.)xxt.er.ce CLINTON, ONTARIO .. Winter Term Opens,Tuesday,January5 1926, Our PRACTICAL BUSINESS TRAINING will fit you for the HIGHEST paid positions in the BUSINESS WORLD,where e-ork, is alwaysREWARDED in proportion to the SERVICE rendered. ' -- COURSES' -- / STENOGRAPHIC, COMMERICAL SECRETARIAL • Teachers, Civivl Service and Special Courses Special Classes for Hensall and Exeter Students ' 4 weeks' additional time given to students on an 8 months' course. For Information. apply to • ' M. A. STONE . MISS B. F. WARD, B. A. Com. Specialist, Vice Principal Principal, Phone 188_ There died in Tuckeremith on March 13th, the beloved Wife of Mr. William Wright, aged 84 years, after an illness of three months. She cane from England to Canadawith her husband and family of five dau- ghters and one son in the year 1874, &nd settled on Concession 7, Tuck- ersmith, where she resided until her death,, • A New Roof Having the agency for the Galt Art Mental Co.'s Goods for the past four years I am. still on the job and can supply you with the very highest quality of galvanized metal roofing on the market, either corrugated sheets or their Famous steel Shingle at Standard Prices, and laid if you wish. We also have the agency for the Toronto Pure Copper Lightning Rod and will be glad to attend to 'your wants: Four years roofing and rod- ding should help all concerned. Prices lower than in the past year and always the Lowest. If any infor- mation or assistance is required, apply to • John Elder PHONE NO. 1, HENSALL Wall Paper Inthe Latest Designs g Prices from 10c. to $1.50 PER ROLL HARDWOOD FLOORING LAID AND POLISHED J. Sangster, Hensall DR. R. P. I. DOUGALL Honor graduate of Faculty of edicine, and Master of Science, Adversity of Western Ontario. ember of College of Physicians 7s .kig Surgeons of Ontario. ''Office 'i►o doors' east of Post Office. Rhone 1.6 • Residence 114 HENSALL, ONT AUCTIONEER - OSCAR BLOPP Honor Graduate Carey Jones' Au ption School, Special course taken in Registered, Live. Stock (all Breeds,) Merchandise, Real Estate, Farm Hale, etc. Rates in keeping with prevailing prices. • Satisfaction *s- ewed, write Oscar Klopp, Zurich, or 'Mrs 1843, Zurich, WHITE PINE 1x6, v matched dreit;ed on both \ sides at .■ NP 50 PER M. THIS IS THE TIME TO STOCK LfP • WITH GOOD COAL WHILE ',7,91:r CAN GET IT AT A LOW } PRICE A.' J: CLATWORTHYI GRANTON Olormosormonsionmmomoodosiemommoramosiel !TSBORNE & HERBERT MUTUAL FIRE I1ITSHRANCE COMPANY Mead Office, Farquhar, Ont. President, JOHN ALLISOV 371ce-President, J'AS. McIENZIE DIRECTORS SOS. RYAN SIMON DOS' ROBT. NORRIS, WM', BROCFS AGENTS JOHN BRIERY, Ceetralla, Agent for 1 eborne and Biddulph.. OLIVEIR HARRIS, Munro, Agent fof Hibbert, kstillartoia and Logan. f �W. A. T'URNI11730t Secretar eTreaelirer Box 98 Exeter, Ontario. tlolicitoxs, ZxOtete Hensall. Mr. J. Stewart, of London, was in. town on Thursday. Mr. Jacobs, manager of the Hursn County Home was in town on Tues- day. Spring Millinery Opening, Friday and Saturday, March 26th and 27th at E.`Rennie's. Mr. 3. M. Southcott, editor of the Times -Advocate, of Exeter, was in Town on Friday. Mr.. and Mrs. Wm. Ford, of Exeter visited with Mr. and Mrs. Robt, Hig- gins on Thursday. Rev. Mr. Sinclair is having tlep telephone moved from the old pars- onage\to the new. Rev. Mr. Fletcher still continues very ill at his home here, not show- ing much improvement. • Mrs. Jas. Patterson was called to Kitchener last week owing to the ser-, ions illness of her sister. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Beer on the arrival of a young son to their home on Sunday. Miss Margaret Johnson has been taking, charge of the Public. -Library during Mrs. Patterson's absence. Mrs. Robt. Bonthron attended the funeral of the late Rebekah Pople- stone, in Exeter, on Thursday last. The dance held in the Town Hall, on Friday evening last was largely attended and all report a good time. Our local mail carriers were un- able to make their trips on Tuesday owing to the bad condition of the road • s Quite a number from here attend- ed the sale of Mr. Alvin Wurm, 2nd con., of Tuckersmith, on Tuesday af- ternoon. mr. Roy Robinson, our black - Smith is wearing a broad smile these day's; and why shouldn't he? He's the'`proud. father.of a baby boy. The Peerless Jubilee Concert Co. will give an entertainment in the Town Hall, on Saturday evening, Mar. 27, under auspices of the Pres- byterian church. Our local onion men are starting this week to ship out the onion sets that have been stored in the large onion warehouses here this winter. They report that the onions have kept well. The hockey boys are putting on a banquet at the New Commercial Ho- tel, on Friday evening entertaining all those who hadassisted the team and the village council during the past season. Next Sunday the subjects of the sermons in the United church will be 11 a.m.—The Good Man of the Old Testament. 7 p.m.—"The Message of the Palms" a subject for Palm Sunday. Cook Bros. have engaged Mr. T. Newell, of Stratford, as salesman for this season. Mr. Newell has been engaged in the car business for a number of years and will be a val- uable addition to Cook Bros. staff. Mr. Malcom Gillies who has been living •, in Mrs. Bullard's house on Queen St. has hired with i%fr. Wil- liam Alexander, of .Hay, for the coming year and has moved his fam- ily out to a house on one of Mr. Al- exandera's farms. , While attending church on Sunday morning last Mrs. Robt. Bonthron was taken suddenly illi and `was un- able to be removed home till on in. the afternoon, and at time of writ- ing has not improved much. Mrs: Bonthron has been a well-known res- ident of Hensall for a good many years and her friends were sorry to hear of her sickness 'and hope for her recovery. Death visited Brucefield Saturday, last and removed one who has been a familiar figure and greatly re- spected resident for many years, in. theperson of Mr. James Berry. Mr, Berry passed peacefully away after only a few days' illness, in his 69th year. The deceased was the third son of the late Adam Berry, of Hay township, and for many years was one of the best., known light horse men in Western Ontario. The Young Peoples' League of the United church was held on Monday evening. The meeting was in charge of Mrs. Lee Redden with the presi- dent presiding. The meeting was opened by singing of a hymn after which. Mr. Peck led hi prayer. The scripture lesson was read by Mr. M. Jinks, The topic was very ably glee - en on "St. Patrick." b Mies K. Scott y , A reading by Mr. James Tapp, mouth organ selections by Teddy lV eDoiig7.l, solo by Miss Nellie Boyle duet by Mrs. Joynt and. 'Mrs, Sin- clair., reading by Miss M. lflhlis, vio- lin selection my Miss Ethel Murdock accompanied by Miss Greta Laramie on the plane which were greatly en- joyed. Mr, Alex Munn returned Monday. from Bay City, Mich. where he has spent the last three'\veeks visiting his daughter, Mrs. Dr. Wilson and son Clarence. Clarence Munn has been engaged in Bay City for the last year clerking .for a hardware store. At the continuation school, Thurs- day, Friday and Saturday evenings there will be an exhibition of pic- tures put on by ,the Elson ` Art Co. This will be a wonderful opportun- ity to see this collection of 200 fame ous pictures, Masterpieces'of art of all periods and of all countries. A study of these pictures will well re- pay you for any sacrifice you make in coming to see them. There will be an .admission of 10 and 20c. charge. The proceeds to go for the buying, of pictures for the school. Any visitors' wishing to purchase pic- tures are at liberty to do so. The hours will be from 4 to 6 ,and 7 to • 9 Thursday and Friday and from 3 to 5 on Saturday. CONSERVATIVES TO MEET A number An the village have re- ceived invitations to attend the fifth annual meeting of the Liberal -Con- servatives Association of Ontario, to be held at the King Edward Hotel, Toronto, on Friday, March 26th. It was impossible for the officers of the Association to' send invitations to everybody, but any Conservative that can go will be welcome and es- pecially the Conservatives of South Huron, In the morning there will be an enrollment of members, presi- dent's address and secretary, treas- urer's and auditors' reports. .A. dis- cussion on increased membership will be led by W. C. Mikel, K. C., of Belleville, after which a most inter- esting demonstration "A Tale of Two Cities" showing the benefits of pro- tection will be gveu by the women of Hamilton. In the afternoon amongst the speakers, will be T. H. Stinson, K. C., M. P., of Victoria, Haliburton, Mrs. A. T. Edwards, of London; Miss Bessie Gowan Fergus- son, of Hamilton; Geo. B. Nicholson M. P., of Algoma East and L. B. Spencer, of Welland. In the even- ing a dinner will be given in honor of the Federal Conservative Leader, The Right Hon. G. H. Arthur Mei- ghen, and the Hon. G. H. Ferguson, Premier of Ontario, in the Crystal Ball Room of the King Edward Ho- tel. The music of the evening will Royal Grenadier's Ro be given by the y Band and Frank Oldfield, will sing. . Vice-Presdent, a Sotton•of "Geo. p , Wingham will introduce Premier and A. E. Honeywell, of Ottawa, will introduce the Dominion Leader to the audience. Anyone making the trip to the Provincial Capital at this . time of the ,year will find it interesting and profitable. The Legislature of the Province Is in session, and will no doubt make friendships that will be recalled with great pleasure in after years. JOHN JOHNSTON DIES AT BRUCEFIELD The death occurred in Brucefield, on Wednesday, March 17th of John Johnston in his 65th year, death be- ing caused by appendicitis. The deceased was born in Blake and spent his boyhood there andwhen a young Man came to work, in Usborne, on the Thames Road for the late Thos. Russell, and later for W. H., Thos. and SamuelPassmore. After r a time . he went West and took up farming near Osnabrook, N. Be and later re- turned to Blake where he married, and continued farming. About ten years ago he moved to Brucefield where he purchased a fine farm and' lived there : until his death on Wed- nesday'last. He was well and fav- orably known to a host of friends in this community who highly esteem- ed and respected him and by whom his loss will be keenly felt. The fu- neral, which was largely attended was held en. Saturday last, conduct- ed by Rev. Armour, interment being made in Baird's cemetery. The death of Mrs. Ann Zavitz, 'Sr., a resident of Ailsa Craig for many years, occurred -at the residence of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ann Zav- itz, Jr., on Saturday night, after an illness of a week's duration. oetde Our Corner The girls who not thing themsel- ves pretty are pretty scarce. •s* *** *** *** A quiet neighborhood in which to live is just inside your income. ■***** *** Trying to look pleasant has spoil- ed many 'a photograph. *!•.*t* *4* *4* Don't aim too high unless you have the proper kind of ammunition: *** *** *** Troublemakers seldom get good price for their wares. **e ***'*** A roan oft beauty is a boob for- ever. *4* *** *** It isn't distance that lends en- chantment to spring. *** *** *4* Why not pick off the bargains at The Derby. We need the money. ' *4* ***-9** Things even up pretty well, Those who use the top parts of.` their heads less use their chins More. *** *** **M. Sure, 'dogs can't think ----look at the men they love, *4* *** *`I* A single man can't tell much" about women and it married Tuan is afraid to, Dashwood. Dr. IL H. Cpwen, L. D. S. D',.D. S. DENTAL SURGEON t i At office In Ilar le b Block, Dash- wood, first three days of week and at office over the Post Office, in Zurich, last three days of week, Mr:: L. Hamacher spent Thursday in London. Mr. J. Graybiel is visiting in Tor- onto and Woodstock, iVir. and Mrs, C. Wildfong left on Thursday .for Detroit where they will reside in the future. Mr, and leers,,. R. Goetz attended the funeral of a relative in Crediton last week. Miss Elva Richmond spent Mon- day in London. Mr. Wes. Wolfe is wearing a broad smile these days on the arrival of a young son. Miss Beatrice. Graybiel, of Tor- onto, is visiting at her home here. Mrs, Ed. Maier entertained the Ladies' Aid of the Lutheran church to a quilting bee on Tuesday after- noon. Mrs. Geo. -Wilson is visiting in Exeter with her, sister, Mrs. James Horn. The many friends of Miss O. Hern will be• sorry to learn that she is again.going to Victoria Hospital, London. Mr. and Mrs, John Hutchison, of Exeter, spent Sunday with friends in this vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Johnson, of Zion, visited on Wednesday, with Mr. and Mrs. D: A. Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Morley spent Saturday in Luean with 1VIr. and Mrs Wm. Tookey. Miss' Elva Morley visited relatives in London Tp., last week. Mrs. Thos, Morley spent a few days last week with her sister Mrs. G. Miner, of Elimville. The country road crew were busy the first of the week opening up the road. Mrs. Percy Passmore, of Thames Road spent Monday with her sister, Mrs. Allan Jacques. WO'ODHAM ' On Wednesday evening, March 17 Miss V. Heywood very pleasantly en= tertained her Sunday School class and the Jr. Boy's class at her home. The, evening was spent in music, Ir- ish Contests and games. One of the interesting features of the evening was a debate. ' "Resolved that The Irish have done more for Canada than the Scotch." The judges had much difficulty in, deciding but gave their decision in favor of the affirm- ative side. After the game a dainty lunch was served by the hostess. Ihiva ,ot?.r Mr. J. Collins; visited at Dublin, a few days last week. Mrs. D. Lippert returned home on Sunday after spending, the past week with her mother, at Exeter. The stork visited the home of Mr. Louis Ziller last week and left a fine little baby girl Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Witzel visited their daughter, Mrs. G. Heywood, at Exeter, on Thursday. Mr. b. Lippert attended the Fire Insurance meeting, at Zurich, on Saturday. On Monday evening, March 15th, the girl friends gathered at the home of Mr. Jas. Flynn, and entertained Miss Mary with e, miscellaneous shower, the evening was spent in games . after which refreshments were served. Miss Mary was 'mare ried on March 16th to Mr. Waring, congratulations. i Glanville, of and Mrs. Arthu G a Mr. , Hensall, called on friends here on Friday. Mr. Gordon Lamport, of Creditdn, visitde with with his grand parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Witzel, on Sun- day, Gordon intends_leaving for the West this week, where he is engag- ed to work for Mr. Ezra Witzel fo'r the coming year. Mrs. L. Foster, of Blake, is spend- ing a few days at the home of Mr. L. Ziller. Crediton A charming wedding was that of Miss Mary 3. Flynn, daughter of Mr. and Mrh. James Flynn, Crediton, i who was married to William x. Waring ing (adopted son of Chyle. Dinney, Crediton) on March .16. The sere- moray took place at the parsonage, Clandeboye, 'Rev. Mr.. l feTavish eef- floating, The bride wore a becom- ing costume of Alice 'Slue satin crepe and ` the bridesmaid, Miss Marjory Robinson, of London, wore a brown costume of the same material. Wil- liam Rollins, of Crediton, acted as groomsman. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents to .85 guests—relatives and friends from. London, Parkhill, Crediton, Exeter and Luean. The table, dining -room and parlors were beautifully decor- ated in red and white, with many red and white bells. The evening was devoted to games and dancing special music being furnished ley rel- atives of the bride. Among the numerous gifts were several sub- stantial checks. On the eve of the wedding day a towel shower was. given the bride by her old school- mates and the teacher of the school she attended, and a fine addition to this was a gift of towels from Rev. Mr. McTavish and Mrs. McTavish. Mr. and Mrs. Waring will reside on the groomes farm near -Crediton. The re -organization of the Sunday School, of Zion Evangelical` church and th.e election of officers will take place at Divine Worship next Sunday morning. This service will be,econ- ducted' in the English language. 'Ev- ery member of the Sunday School of the church who are absent from this service reflect discredit on them- selves. The. Annual business meeting of the congregation will be held on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock in the Sunday School room of the church. "Instruction and the Instructor in Sunday School Work" is the sub- ject that will be discussed by Rev. W. Y. Drier at the Evangelical church next Sabbath. Let all con- tributors to our church funds take notice that the conference year (fi- nancially) concludes with the last of March. The Conference Session will be held in Zion church, Kit- chener, beginning April 21st at 2 p. in., Bishop M. T. Maze, chairman. A very enjoyable evening was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Baker; when they entertained the Senior League of the United church at a St. Patrick's Social on Thursday evening last. There were' 36 members present. The program consisted of readings, musical num- bers, contests and games after which a delightful lunch was served. The meeting ended by the singing of Auld Lang Syne. The Domestic Science Course und- er the direction of Miss Gray, of Tor- onto is now well -under way;, and the ladies in the class- are finding the lessons very instructive and interest- ing. Miss Ethel McKay spent Saturday at London. Miss Clara Fahner spent a few days with relatives in London. Mr. and Mrs. James Lawson, of Exeter, called on relatives on Sul, day, in town., The Sacrament of the Lord's Sup- per will be administered at the close of the public worship in the United church next Sunday evening,An op- portunity will also be given to unite with the church. This will be the last opportunity for this church year. The W. M. S. of the United church met on Thursday of last week and re -organized for the following year Mrs. Richard Hill the president of last year was again re-elected and was honored o ed Eor„her faithful service by being presented with a certifi- cate of Life Membership. The fol- lowing are the officers -for new year Hon. Pres., Mrs. George Clark;. Pres., Mrs. R. Hill; 1st Vice -Pres., Mrs. Francis Clark; 2nd Vice -Pres:; Mrs. Geo. Hirtzel; Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. (Dr.) Orme; Record- ing Steward, Mrs. T. Trevithick; Treasurer, Mrs. M. W. Morley; Supt. Chris. Ste., Mrs. J. Richards; Supt. Light Bearers, Mrs. I. Hill; Supt. of Mite Boxes, Mrs. Bert Kerte; Stran- ger's See'y, Mrs. Orme. Zurich Mr. Henry Howald is spending a few days in Windsor this week. Miss Geraldine Surerus left for London where she has •.accepted a position. The farm belonging to the estate of the late Ernie .Calwell has recent- ly been sold. Mr. Dav: Dignan pur- chyasing the west fifty acres, 'while Mr. Robert Bell purchased the bal- ance of the farm. , Mr. Jacob Kipfer, who has been employed with Mr. J. Decher, Jr., for a number of years, has left the Goshen Line, moving to Dashwood, where he has engaged with 112r. O. Pedersen, to work with his cream- ery business. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Mousseau, of the village were at Grand Bend, at- tending the funeral of the late Mrs. Arthur Morley; a former resident of Zurich, and daughter of Mr, and Mrs Adolph Disjardine of near the Bend. The death took place in California and the remains were brought to the Bend for burial. Mr. Claris. Eilber is nursing a sore arm, the result of blood poisining set in:""from a sore. Much sympathy is extended to Mr, and Mrs. Menne Steckle, Bronson Line, Stanley Tp., of the death of their 15 year old daughter Rebecca, on March 16th from Acute Rheuma- tism,' Mr, Casper Weber ivho last week took in. Mr. Atex Voisin's farm on the Goshen Lino, South., has disposed of this farm to Mr. Sin on D. eitrich, who gets 1o Se55 on on April ist. Mr. Walper has purchased the dwell - fug property in Zurich, south of the Lutheran chureli, from. Mr. Herbert .Mousseau and also the adjoining lot at the rear of Mr. "GV". G. Hess. DEATH OF.MRS. HUMBLE inton Spring Show ThinsY� p r d Aril 1 .... a An Excellent Prize List has been prepared. ePared. r Come and See the Cream of the Stock of Huron disc► e County ASK FOR PitiZE LIST H. C. COX,President W. MILLER, Treasurer E. ROZELL, S. B, STROTHERS, Secretaries gemoiromag Milwaukee; Mr. • Art . Hynd, Misses Dorothy Mallett and Amanda Nich- ols,. Mr. and Mrs. John -Mallett and son Kenneth from London; Mr. C. Mallett, from Detroit; Mr. Joseph Moloy and Mrs. 1VracKelpin of Thed- ford and Ailsa Craig, The heart felt sympathy is extended to the sor- rowing ones. Centralia The Young Peoples: Society of the United church held a banquet in the schoolroom of the church on Wed- nesday evening. Andrew Hicks was toastmaster. Taking part in the toasts were:Mrs. Gordon Wilson, Norman Mitchell, John Essery, Rev. W. M. Kiteley, Albert Mitchell, T. Mills. Rev. D, MacTavish, of Cred- iton, gave an address on "St. Pat- rick as a Scotchnlan.” Miss Winnie Essery who has been in London for the past week, has re- turned home. Mr. Murray •Neil is spnding the week with friends in Detroit. The subject. of next Sunday even- ing's sermon will be "God as the Al- mighty." The choir members here are busy preparing for an Easter Cantata to be, rendered Easter Sunday evening. The W. M. S. Society of the church are having a . quilting bee in the church, Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Mr. Kiteley is Spending a few P g days in Toronto this week. Mrs. Wilbert McFalls has soldher farm to Mr. H, McFalls, who gets possession at„ once. Diana Matilda, daughter of the late Catherine and Matthias Fink- beiner and beloved companion of Mr John Humble, born on March 15th, 1882 in Stephen Township, departed this life in the Hospital at Sarnia, March 19, 1926 aged 44 years"4 days She .began the christain life in her 'girlhood. became a member of Zion Evangelical church which relation she held until her 'marriage to Mr. John Humble in October of 1904 when they located in the city ` of Sarnia and became associated with the Methodist church there, and made herself useful in the service of Christ. She was a devoted compan- ion, a genial and of cheery disposi- tion. She gathered about her a Bost of friends which the numerous floral tributes and the many friends ac- companying her body via. the Cana- dian National to Centralia to its last resting place in the Evangelical cem- etery would plainly indicate. Inter- ment was made on tMonday morning Rev. W. Y. Drier in charge. A memorial service was conducted by her pastor, Rev. C. E. Craig, of DI - Vine St. United church. Those sur- viving are two brothers, Samuel, of Milwaukee and Fred, of Manitoba and 4 sisters, Mrs. Esti Heywood and Mrs, Wni. Dearing, of Exeter, Mrs. W. J. Nichols, of Stratilroy; Mrs. 3. Mallett, of London and Mrs. Edward Palmer, of Crediton and many other near relatives and friends. The mourning friends frons a distance were: Mr. and Mrs, W. D. Urquar dt, Mr. and Mrs.T. ABatelle Mrs. J, 3. Evans, Mr. N. E. Leslie, Mr, G. W. Humble, l,fr, aiid Mrs. 0, Luther, Mr, and Mrs. P. Humble from Sarn- ia; Mrs. W. 3. Ni6hols and soli of Stratliroy; Mr, S, J. Fin'kbieraer, of Thames Road A jolly St. Patrick's Social was held at the church on Wednesday evening, 2 good dialogues were giv- en. Mr. A. Doupe and Miss Isabelle McCullough and Master Melvin Gar- diner gave some pleasing recitations Rev. G. M. Chidley' and Mr. John Gamin were the orators of the even- ing, Pat and Mike were aired much to the amusement of the audience. Mr. Hal. Brown and Miss Ethel gave a tableau of Irish life and Mr. Wil- liam Moodie and Mrs. Coward gave a musical selection and this pleas- ant evening was brought to a close when lunch was served and the funds were enriched to the extent of $18. Miss Ethel McDonald has return- ed to Toronto for further treatment. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Austin enter- tained; a number of friends to a soc- ial evening on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Passmore entertained on Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Lorne McNaughton have taken possession of the farm formerly occupied by Garnet Pass- more. Mr. Chas. Hackney, of Motherwell visited his neice Mrs. H. Rhode on Wednesday. We are sorry to report that Mrs. Robt. McDonald is quite 111 with the La Grippe these days. Rev. Leckie,' of Motherwell, occup- ied Thames Road pulpit Sunday morning. Miss Hamilton, of Hibbert, visited among friends here on Sunday. Mr. Colquhoun spent Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Gollings. Mr. Tom Cameron is visiting with Mr. Tom Allen at present. The friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Smith gathered at their home 011 Tuesday evening and spent a jolly evening. The music was furnished by Ken McNichol and Jim McKelIar. Mrs. (Dr.) McCrae, of London, will have charge Of an evening ser- vice at Thames Road church next Sunday. T1II>(1'liS; M I r+ OLDS TWO. i F1111)L17i't, ''Aaron Central Agricultural Societyr are holding A FIDDLERS' COMPETITION Spring Show Niht Tlilll'Ilbl)AF, APRIL lot 1926 TOWN DALIr, CLINTON, 8 o'clock Prizes for Competition are: 1st $10,00, 2nd, $7,09, 3rd 411, $3..00 RULES 1: Open to Counties of Bruce, Huron and Perth. 2, Eapth contestant to play two Se- lections, one selected by committee and the other by contestant. 3. No entry fee charged and $1,00,' paid each contestant not receiving a prize. Any or all contestants liable for .service during the dance. - 4. Accompanist' provided. 5. Judges award is final. 6, Committee in charge reserves the Fight to maize any additional rules that may appear necessary. 7. Old time music to be basis of contest. 8. Professionials are not eligible.' Special prizes will else be given` of $5.00 each for the oldest Fiddler, the youngest and the fiddler coming the greatest distance, Old Time Dance after the Contest Admission to Concert and Dance 50e Proceeds to go to Spring Show Fund H. C. COX, President W, J. MILLER, Treasurer E. ROZELL, S. B. STROTHERS., Secretaries ELIMVILLE Mr. Samuel Horn who has been con- fined to his bed for some time past is at present very weak. Little Hazel Johns who has been quite ill with tonsilitis and Laura Ford who has suffered intensely with earache and abscess are both very much improved. Quite a number of our people at- tended the play entitled "The Irish Rose" given by the Young People of Main St. Church, Exeter on -March 17 and 18. All were well pleased with the play and the way in which it was rendered. Annual meeting of the W. M. S. was held March 17th when the fol- ,,,,. lowing officers were elected Presi- dent, Mrs. Murch, Vice President, Mrs. F. Delliridge; res.' sec., Mrs. E. Johns; Corr. sec., Mrs. Wes. Horn; treas., .Mrs.' Rich. Hunter.; Pianist, Mrs. Wellington Skinner; supt. sys- tematic giving, Mrs. Harry Deibri- dge; supt. mite. boxes, Mrs. J. Horn; circle leader, Mrs. Wes. Horn, pis. band supt., Mrs. Wellington Skinner; supt. of Little Light Bearers, Mrs. 43 - Hunter; sec. of stranger's depart-, meat Mrs. Bell. There will be :ten Easter Service held 'l.nder fele auspices of the W. M. S.7 Friday, April 2nd, at 8 o'clock The meetig will 'be led'b Pas- tor Rev; H. Livingstone and differ- ent ertzm sof Ani c .` and Band and congregation will take part. Everybody cordially invited .to attend this Easter Service. In Elimville United church on Friday. evening, March 19th. Rev. A. E Johns missionary on furlough from. China, gave a most interesting and instructive address on a holiday trip he with other missionaries, took into the Tibetan hills among the Tribes Peoples. Illustrating withbeauti- ful colored slides, . Mr. Johns kept ' his audience captivated for more than hour as he described the count- ry and people, with their life, habits• and religions. The Mission Band on behalf of whom the entertainment was provided, also did splendidly, in several numbers which they con- tributed to the program. The three youngest children of Mr. John's fain- tly also sang a number in Chinese, songs, dressed in Chinese costume. Last year at this time the mud was cleard up, but at present that seems a long way off, the roads be- ing in a terrible condition for trav- elling. Mr. Harry Johns has Out dower what remainsed of a very large will - what remained of a very large wit- great many years at his gateway. This tree in its prime was a beauty with its wide spreading branches• but from time to time largebranch- es have been broken down till noth- ing much was left. It will be well remembered by old residents of this• - A sleigh load from this vicinity at- tended ttended the play given in Main Street, church, last week and report a moat. enjoyable time. George MacRae, of Detroit, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Mac- Rae, of Clinton, died on Sunday aft- er fter a short illness of pneumonia. KIRKTON A play entitled "Listen . Ladies" will be given by the Women's In- stitute in Aberdeen Hall, Kirkton on Friday, March 26th. Admission 85 and 15 cents, "Long Distance bas rem duces cost of buying-- . now costs us only 2 cents to buy 3 bogs" --Writes a Meal Packer 417726 teleline2 it your pay -roil. o r� lleake it work for you/ There died in Tuckeremith on March 13th, the beloved Wife of Mr. William Wright, aged 84 years, after an illness of three months. She cane from England to Canadawith her husband and family of five dau- ghters and one son in the year 1874, &nd settled on Concession 7, Tuck- ersmith, where she resided until her death,, • A New Roof Having the agency for the Galt Art Mental Co.'s Goods for the past four years I am. still on the job and can supply you with the very highest quality of galvanized metal roofing on the market, either corrugated sheets or their Famous steel Shingle at Standard Prices, and laid if you wish. We also have the agency for the Toronto Pure Copper Lightning Rod and will be glad to attend to 'your wants: Four years roofing and rod- ding should help all concerned. Prices lower than in the past year and always the Lowest. If any infor- mation or assistance is required, apply to • John Elder PHONE NO. 1, HENSALL Wall Paper Inthe Latest Designs g Prices from 10c. to $1.50 PER ROLL HARDWOOD FLOORING LAID AND POLISHED J. Sangster, Hensall DR. R. P. I. DOUGALL Honor graduate of Faculty of edicine, and Master of Science, Adversity of Western Ontario. ember of College of Physicians 7s .kig Surgeons of Ontario. ''Office 'i►o doors' east of Post Office. Rhone 1.6 • Residence 114 HENSALL, ONT AUCTIONEER - OSCAR BLOPP Honor Graduate Carey Jones' Au ption School, Special course taken in Registered, Live. Stock (all Breeds,) Merchandise, Real Estate, Farm Hale, etc. Rates in keeping with prevailing prices. • Satisfaction *s- ewed, write Oscar Klopp, Zurich, or 'Mrs 1843, Zurich, WHITE PINE 1x6, v matched dreit;ed on both \ sides at .■ NP 50 PER M. THIS IS THE TIME TO STOCK LfP • WITH GOOD COAL WHILE ',7,91:r CAN GET IT AT A LOW } PRICE A.' J: CLATWORTHYI GRANTON Olormosormonsionmmomoodosiemommoramosiel !TSBORNE & HERBERT MUTUAL FIRE I1ITSHRANCE COMPANY Mead Office, Farquhar, Ont. President, JOHN ALLISOV 371ce-President, J'AS. McIENZIE DIRECTORS SOS. RYAN SIMON DOS' ROBT. NORRIS, WM', BROCFS AGENTS JOHN BRIERY, Ceetralla, Agent for 1 eborne and Biddulph.. OLIVEIR HARRIS, Munro, Agent fof Hibbert, kstillartoia and Logan. f �W. A. T'URNI11730t Secretar eTreaelirer Box 98 Exeter, Ontario. tlolicitoxs, ZxOtete Hensall. Mr. J. Stewart, of London, was in. town on Thursday. Mr. Jacobs, manager of the Hursn County Home was in town on Tues- day. Spring Millinery Opening, Friday and Saturday, March 26th and 27th at E.`Rennie's. Mr. 3. M. Southcott, editor of the Times -Advocate, of Exeter, was in Town on Friday. Mr.. and Mrs. Wm. Ford, of Exeter visited with Mr. and Mrs. Robt, Hig- gins on Thursday. Rev. Mr. Sinclair is having tlep telephone moved from the old pars- onage\to the new. Rev. Mr. Fletcher still continues very ill at his home here, not show- ing much improvement. • Mrs. Jas. Patterson was called to Kitchener last week owing to the ser-, ions illness of her sister. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Beer on the arrival of a young son to their home on Sunday. Miss Margaret Johnson has been taking, charge of the Public. -Library during Mrs. Patterson's absence. Mrs. Robt. Bonthron attended the funeral of the late Rebekah Pople- stone, in Exeter, on Thursday last. The dance held in the Town Hall, on Friday evening last was largely attended and all report a good time. Our local mail carriers were un- able to make their trips on Tuesday owing to the bad condition of the road • s Quite a number from here attend- ed the sale of Mr. Alvin Wurm, 2nd con., of Tuckersmith, on Tuesday af- ternoon. mr. Roy Robinson, our black - Smith is wearing a broad smile these day's; and why shouldn't he? He's the'`proud. father.of a baby boy. The Peerless Jubilee Concert Co. will give an entertainment in the Town Hall, on Saturday evening, Mar. 27, under auspices of the Pres- byterian church. Our local onion men are starting this week to ship out the onion sets that have been stored in the large onion warehouses here this winter. They report that the onions have kept well. The hockey boys are putting on a banquet at the New Commercial Ho- tel, on Friday evening entertaining all those who hadassisted the team and the village council during the past season. Next Sunday the subjects of the sermons in the United church will be 11 a.m.—The Good Man of the Old Testament. 7 p.m.—"The Message of the Palms" a subject for Palm Sunday. Cook Bros. have engaged Mr. T. Newell, of Stratford, as salesman for this season. Mr. Newell has been engaged in the car business for a number of years and will be a val- uable addition to Cook Bros. staff. Mr. Malcom Gillies who has been living •, in Mrs. Bullard's house on Queen St. has hired with i%fr. Wil- liam Alexander, of .Hay, for the coming year and has moved his fam- ily out to a house on one of Mr. Al- exandera's farms. , While attending church on Sunday morning last Mrs. Robt. Bonthron was taken suddenly illi and `was un- able to be removed home till on in. the afternoon, and at time of writ- ing has not improved much. Mrs: Bonthron has been a well-known res- ident of Hensall for a good many years and her friends were sorry to hear of her sickness 'and hope for her recovery. Death visited Brucefield Saturday, last and removed one who has been a familiar figure and greatly re- spected resident for many years, in. theperson of Mr. James Berry. Mr, Berry passed peacefully away after only a few days' illness, in his 69th year. The deceased was the third son of the late Adam Berry, of Hay township, and for many years was one of the best., known light horse men in Western Ontario. The Young Peoples' League of the United church was held on Monday evening. The meeting was in charge of Mrs. Lee Redden with the presi- dent presiding. The meeting was opened by singing of a hymn after which. Mr. Peck led hi prayer. The scripture lesson was read by Mr. M. Jinks, The topic was very ably glee - en on "St. Patrick." b Mies K. Scott y , A reading by Mr. James Tapp, mouth organ selections by Teddy lV eDoiig7.l, solo by Miss Nellie Boyle duet by Mrs. Joynt and. 'Mrs, Sin- clair., reading by Miss M. lflhlis, vio- lin selection my Miss Ethel Murdock accompanied by Miss Greta Laramie on the plane which were greatly en- joyed. Mr, Alex Munn returned Monday. from Bay City, Mich. where he has spent the last three'\veeks visiting his daughter, Mrs. Dr. Wilson and son Clarence. Clarence Munn has been engaged in Bay City for the last year clerking .for a hardware store. At the continuation school, Thurs- day, Friday and Saturday evenings there will be an exhibition of pic- tures put on by ,the Elson ` Art Co. This will be a wonderful opportun- ity to see this collection of 200 fame ous pictures, Masterpieces'of art of all periods and of all countries. A study of these pictures will well re- pay you for any sacrifice you make in coming to see them. There will be an .admission of 10 and 20c. charge. The proceeds to go for the buying, of pictures for the school. Any visitors' wishing to purchase pic- tures are at liberty to do so. The hours will be from 4 to 6 ,and 7 to • 9 Thursday and Friday and from 3 to 5 on Saturday. CONSERVATIVES TO MEET A number An the village have re- ceived invitations to attend the fifth annual meeting of the Liberal -Con- servatives Association of Ontario, to be held at the King Edward Hotel, Toronto, on Friday, March 26th. It was impossible for the officers of the Association to' send invitations to everybody, but any Conservative that can go will be welcome and es- pecially the Conservatives of South Huron, In the morning there will be an enrollment of members, presi- dent's address and secretary, treas- urer's and auditors' reports. .A. dis- cussion on increased membership will be led by W. C. Mikel, K. C., of Belleville, after which a most inter- esting demonstration "A Tale of Two Cities" showing the benefits of pro- tection will be gveu by the women of Hamilton. In the afternoon amongst the speakers, will be T. H. Stinson, K. C., M. P., of Victoria, Haliburton, Mrs. A. T. Edwards, of London; Miss Bessie Gowan Fergus- son, of Hamilton; Geo. B. Nicholson M. P., of Algoma East and L. B. Spencer, of Welland. In the even- ing a dinner will be given in honor of the Federal Conservative Leader, The Right Hon. G. H. Arthur Mei- ghen, and the Hon. G. H. Ferguson, Premier of Ontario, in the Crystal Ball Room of the King Edward Ho- tel. The music of the evening will Royal Grenadier's Ro be given by the y Band and Frank Oldfield, will sing. . Vice-Presdent, a Sotton•of "Geo. p , Wingham will introduce Premier and A. E. Honeywell, of Ottawa, will introduce the Dominion Leader to the audience. Anyone making the trip to the Provincial Capital at this . time of the ,year will find it interesting and profitable. The Legislature of the Province Is in session, and will no doubt make friendships that will be recalled with great pleasure in after years. JOHN JOHNSTON DIES AT BRUCEFIELD The death occurred in Brucefield, on Wednesday, March 17th of John Johnston in his 65th year, death be- ing caused by appendicitis. The deceased was born in Blake and spent his boyhood there andwhen a young Man came to work, in Usborne, on the Thames Road for the late Thos. Russell, and later for W. H., Thos. and SamuelPassmore. After r a time . he went West and took up farming near Osnabrook, N. Be and later re- turned to Blake where he married, and continued farming. About ten years ago he moved to Brucefield where he purchased a fine farm and' lived there : until his death on Wed- nesday'last. He was well and fav- orably known to a host of friends in this community who highly esteem- ed and respected him and by whom his loss will be keenly felt. The fu- neral, which was largely attended was held en. Saturday last, conduct- ed by Rev. Armour, interment being made in Baird's cemetery. The death of Mrs. Ann Zavitz, 'Sr., a resident of Ailsa Craig for many years, occurred -at the residence of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ann Zav- itz, Jr., on Saturday night, after an illness of a week's duration. oetde Our Corner The girls who not thing themsel- ves pretty are pretty scarce. •s* *** *** *** A quiet neighborhood in which to live is just inside your income. ■***** *** Trying to look pleasant has spoil- ed many 'a photograph. *!•.*t* *4* *4* Don't aim too high unless you have the proper kind of ammunition: *** *** *** Troublemakers seldom get good price for their wares. **e ***'*** A roan oft beauty is a boob for- ever. *4* *** *** It isn't distance that lends en- chantment to spring. *** *** *4* Why not pick off the bargains at The Derby. We need the money. ' *4* ***-9** Things even up pretty well, Those who use the top parts of.` their heads less use their chins More. *** *** **M. Sure, 'dogs can't think ----look at the men they love, *4* *** *`I* A single man can't tell much" about women and it married Tuan is afraid to, Dashwood. Dr. IL H. Cpwen, L. D. S. D',.D. S. DENTAL SURGEON t i At office In Ilar le b Block, Dash- wood, first three days of week and at office over the Post Office, in Zurich, last three days of week, Mr:: L. Hamacher spent Thursday in London. Mr. J. Graybiel is visiting in Tor- onto and Woodstock, iVir. and Mrs, C. Wildfong left on Thursday .for Detroit where they will reside in the future. Mr, and leers,,. R. Goetz attended the funeral of a relative in Crediton last week. Miss Elva Richmond spent Mon- day in London. Mr. Wes. Wolfe is wearing a broad smile these days on the arrival of a young son. Miss Beatrice. Graybiel, of Tor- onto, is visiting at her home here. Mrs, Ed. Maier entertained the Ladies' Aid of the Lutheran church to a quilting bee on Tuesday after- noon. Mrs. Geo. -Wilson is visiting in Exeter with her, sister, Mrs. James Horn. The many friends of Miss O. Hern will be• sorry to learn that she is again.going to Victoria Hospital, London. Mr. and Mrs, John Hutchison, of Exeter, spent Sunday with friends in this vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Johnson, of Zion, visited on Wednesday, with Mr. and Mrs. D: A. Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Morley spent Saturday in Luean with 1VIr. and Mrs Wm. Tookey. Miss' Elva Morley visited relatives in London Tp., last week. Mrs. Thos, Morley spent a few days last week with her sister Mrs. G. Miner, of Elimville. The country road crew were busy the first of the week opening up the road. Mrs. Percy Passmore, of Thames Road spent Monday with her sister, Mrs. Allan Jacques. WO'ODHAM ' On Wednesday evening, March 17 Miss V. Heywood very pleasantly en= tertained her Sunday School class and the Jr. Boy's class at her home. The, evening was spent in music, Ir- ish Contests and games. One of the interesting features of the evening was a debate. ' "Resolved that The Irish have done more for Canada than the Scotch." The judges had much difficulty in, deciding but gave their decision in favor of the affirm- ative side. After the game a dainty lunch was served by the hostess. Ihiva ,ot?.r Mr. J. Collins; visited at Dublin, a few days last week. Mrs. D. Lippert returned home on Sunday after spending, the past week with her mother, at Exeter. The stork visited the home of Mr. Louis Ziller last week and left a fine little baby girl Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Witzel visited their daughter, Mrs. G. Heywood, at Exeter, on Thursday. Mr. b. Lippert attended the Fire Insurance meeting, at Zurich, on Saturday. On Monday evening, March 15th, the girl friends gathered at the home of Mr. Jas. Flynn, and entertained Miss Mary with e, miscellaneous shower, the evening was spent in games . after which refreshments were served. Miss Mary was 'mare ried on March 16th to Mr. Waring, congratulations. i Glanville, of and Mrs. Arthu G a Mr. , Hensall, called on friends here on Friday. Mr. Gordon Lamport, of Creditdn, visitde with with his grand parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Witzel, on Sun- day, Gordon intends_leaving for the West this week, where he is engag- ed to work for Mr. Ezra Witzel fo'r the coming year. Mrs. L. Foster, of Blake, is spend- ing a few days at the home of Mr. L. Ziller. Crediton A charming wedding was that of Miss Mary 3. Flynn, daughter of Mr. and Mrh. James Flynn, Crediton, i who was married to William x. Waring ing (adopted son of Chyle. Dinney, Crediton) on March .16. The sere- moray took place at the parsonage, Clandeboye, 'Rev. Mr.. l feTavish eef- floating, The bride wore a becom- ing costume of Alice 'Slue satin crepe and ` the bridesmaid, Miss Marjory Robinson, of London, wore a brown costume of the same material. Wil- liam Rollins, of Crediton, acted as groomsman. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride's parents to .85 guests—relatives and friends from. London, Parkhill, Crediton, Exeter and Luean. The table, dining -room and parlors were beautifully decor- ated in red and white, with many red and white bells. The evening was devoted to games and dancing special music being furnished ley rel- atives of the bride. Among the numerous gifts were several sub- stantial checks. On the eve of the wedding day a towel shower was. given the bride by her old school- mates and the teacher of the school she attended, and a fine addition to this was a gift of towels from Rev. Mr. McTavish and Mrs. McTavish. Mr. and Mrs. Waring will reside on the groomes farm near -Crediton. The re -organization of the Sunday School, of Zion Evangelical` church and th.e election of officers will take place at Divine Worship next Sunday morning. This service will be,econ- ducted' in the English language. 'Ev- ery member of the Sunday School of the church who are absent from this service reflect discredit on them- selves. The. Annual business meeting of the congregation will be held on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock in the Sunday School room of the church. "Instruction and the Instructor in Sunday School Work" is the sub- ject that will be discussed by Rev. W. Y. Drier at the Evangelical church next Sabbath. Let all con- tributors to our church funds take notice that the conference year (fi- nancially) concludes with the last of March. The Conference Session will be held in Zion church, Kit- chener, beginning April 21st at 2 p. in., Bishop M. T. Maze, chairman. A very enjoyable evening was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Baker; when they entertained the Senior League of the United church at a St. Patrick's Social on Thursday evening last. There were' 36 members present. The program consisted of readings, musical num- bers, contests and games after which a delightful lunch was served. The meeting ended by the singing of Auld Lang Syne. The Domestic Science Course und- er the direction of Miss Gray, of Tor- onto is now well -under way;, and the ladies in the class- are finding the lessons very instructive and interest- ing. Miss Ethel McKay spent Saturday at London. Miss Clara Fahner spent a few days with relatives in London. Mr. and Mrs. James Lawson, of Exeter, called on relatives on Sul, day, in town., The Sacrament of the Lord's Sup- per will be administered at the close of the public worship in the United church next Sunday evening,An op- portunity will also be given to unite with the church. This will be the last opportunity for this church year. The W. M. S. of the United church met on Thursday of last week and re -organized for the following year Mrs. Richard Hill the president of last year was again re-elected and was honored o ed Eor„her faithful service by being presented with a certifi- cate of Life Membership. The fol- lowing are the officers -for new year Hon. Pres., Mrs. George Clark;. Pres., Mrs. R. Hill; 1st Vice -Pres., Mrs. Francis Clark; 2nd Vice -Pres:; Mrs. Geo. Hirtzel; Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. (Dr.) Orme; Record- ing Steward, Mrs. T. Trevithick; Treasurer, Mrs. M. W. Morley; Supt. Chris. Ste., Mrs. J. Richards; Supt. Light Bearers, Mrs. I. Hill; Supt. of Mite Boxes, Mrs. Bert Kerte; Stran- ger's See'y, Mrs. Orme. Zurich Mr. Henry Howald is spending a few days in Windsor this week. Miss Geraldine Surerus left for London where she has •.accepted a position. The farm belonging to the estate of the late Ernie .Calwell has recent- ly been sold. Mr. Dav: Dignan pur- chyasing the west fifty acres, 'while Mr. Robert Bell purchased the bal- ance of the farm. , Mr. Jacob Kipfer, who has been employed with Mr. J. Decher, Jr., for a number of years, has left the Goshen Line, moving to Dashwood, where he has engaged with 112r. O. Pedersen, to work with his cream- ery business. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Mousseau, of the village were at Grand Bend, at- tending the funeral of the late Mrs. Arthur Morley; a former resident of Zurich, and daughter of Mr, and Mrs Adolph Disjardine of near the Bend. The death took place in California and the remains were brought to the Bend for burial. Mr. Claris. Eilber is nursing a sore arm, the result of blood poisining set in:""from a sore. Much sympathy is extended to Mr, and Mrs. Menne Steckle, Bronson Line, Stanley Tp., of the death of their 15 year old daughter Rebecca, on March 16th from Acute Rheuma- tism,' Mr, Casper Weber ivho last week took in. Mr. Atex Voisin's farm on the Goshen Lino, South., has disposed of this farm to Mr. Sin on D. eitrich, who gets 1o Se55 on on April ist. Mr. Walper has purchased the dwell - fug property in Zurich, south of the Lutheran chureli, from. Mr. Herbert .Mousseau and also the adjoining lot at the rear of Mr. "GV". G. Hess. DEATH OF.MRS. HUMBLE inton Spring Show ThinsY� p r d Aril 1 .... a An Excellent Prize List has been prepared. ePared. r Come and See the Cream of the Stock of Huron disc► e County ASK FOR PitiZE LIST H. C. COX,President W. MILLER, Treasurer E. ROZELL, S. B, STROTHERS, Secretaries gemoiromag Milwaukee; Mr. • Art . Hynd, Misses Dorothy Mallett and Amanda Nich- ols,. Mr. and Mrs. John -Mallett and son Kenneth from London; Mr. C. Mallett, from Detroit; Mr. Joseph Moloy and Mrs. 1VracKelpin of Thed- ford and Ailsa Craig, The heart felt sympathy is extended to the sor- rowing ones. Centralia The Young Peoples: Society of the United church held a banquet in the schoolroom of the church on Wed- nesday evening. Andrew Hicks was toastmaster. Taking part in the toasts were:Mrs. Gordon Wilson, Norman Mitchell, John Essery, Rev. W. M. Kiteley, Albert Mitchell, T. Mills. Rev. D, MacTavish, of Cred- iton, gave an address on "St. Pat- rick as a Scotchnlan.” Miss Winnie Essery who has been in London for the past week, has re- turned home. Mr. Murray •Neil is spnding the week with friends in Detroit. The subject. of next Sunday even- ing's sermon will be "God as the Al- mighty." The choir members here are busy preparing for an Easter Cantata to be, rendered Easter Sunday evening. The W. M. S. Society of the church are having a . quilting bee in the church, Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Mr. Kiteley is Spending a few P g days in Toronto this week. Mrs. Wilbert McFalls has soldher farm to Mr. H, McFalls, who gets possession at„ once. Diana Matilda, daughter of the late Catherine and Matthias Fink- beiner and beloved companion of Mr John Humble, born on March 15th, 1882 in Stephen Township, departed this life in the Hospital at Sarnia, March 19, 1926 aged 44 years"4 days She .began the christain life in her 'girlhood. became a member of Zion Evangelical church which relation she held until her 'marriage to Mr. John Humble in October of 1904 when they located in the city ` of Sarnia and became associated with the Methodist church there, and made herself useful in the service of Christ. She was a devoted compan- ion, a genial and of cheery disposi- tion. She gathered about her a Bost of friends which the numerous floral tributes and the many friends ac- companying her body via. the Cana- dian National to Centralia to its last resting place in the Evangelical cem- etery would plainly indicate. Inter- ment was made on tMonday morning Rev. W. Y. Drier in charge. A memorial service was conducted by her pastor, Rev. C. E. Craig, of DI - Vine St. United church. Those sur- viving are two brothers, Samuel, of Milwaukee and Fred, of Manitoba and 4 sisters, Mrs. Esti Heywood and Mrs, Wni. Dearing, of Exeter, Mrs. W. J. Nichols, of Stratilroy; Mrs. 3. Mallett, of London and Mrs. Edward Palmer, of Crediton and many other near relatives and friends. The mourning friends frons a distance were: Mr. and Mrs, W. D. Urquar dt, Mr. and Mrs.T. ABatelle Mrs. J, 3. Evans, Mr. N. E. Leslie, Mr, G. W. Humble, l,fr, aiid Mrs. 0, Luther, Mr, and Mrs. P. Humble from Sarn- ia; Mrs. W. 3. Ni6hols and soli of Stratliroy; Mr, S, J. Fin'kbieraer, of Thames Road A jolly St. Patrick's Social was held at the church on Wednesday evening, 2 good dialogues were giv- en. Mr. A. Doupe and Miss Isabelle McCullough and Master Melvin Gar- diner gave some pleasing recitations Rev. G. M. Chidley' and Mr. John Gamin were the orators of the even- ing, Pat and Mike were aired much to the amusement of the audience. Mr. Hal. Brown and Miss Ethel gave a tableau of Irish life and Mr. Wil- liam Moodie and Mrs. Coward gave a musical selection and this pleas- ant evening was brought to a close when lunch was served and the funds were enriched to the extent of $18. Miss Ethel McDonald has return- ed to Toronto for further treatment. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Austin enter- tained; a number of friends to a soc- ial evening on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Passmore entertained on Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Lorne McNaughton have taken possession of the farm formerly occupied by Garnet Pass- more. Mr. Chas. Hackney, of Motherwell visited his neice Mrs. H. Rhode on Wednesday. We are sorry to report that Mrs. Robt. McDonald is quite 111 with the La Grippe these days. Rev. Leckie,' of Motherwell, occup- ied Thames Road pulpit Sunday morning. Miss Hamilton, of Hibbert, visited among friends here on Sunday. Mr. Colquhoun spent Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Gollings. Mr. Tom Cameron is visiting with Mr. Tom Allen at present. The friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Smith gathered at their home 011 Tuesday evening and spent a jolly evening. The music was furnished by Ken McNichol and Jim McKelIar. Mrs. (Dr.) McCrae, of London, will have charge Of an evening ser- vice at Thames Road church next Sunday. T1II>(1'liS; M I r+ OLDS TWO. i F1111)L17i't, ''Aaron Central Agricultural Societyr are holding A FIDDLERS' COMPETITION Spring Show Niht Tlilll'Ilbl)AF, APRIL lot 1926 TOWN DALIr, CLINTON, 8 o'clock Prizes for Competition are: 1st $10,00, 2nd, $7,09, 3rd 411, $3..00 RULES 1: Open to Counties of Bruce, Huron and Perth. 2, Eapth contestant to play two Se- lections, one selected by committee and the other by contestant. 3. No entry fee charged and $1,00,' paid each contestant not receiving a prize. Any or all contestants liable for .service during the dance. - 4. Accompanist' provided. 5. Judges award is final. 6, Committee in charge reserves the Fight to maize any additional rules that may appear necessary. 7. Old time music to be basis of contest. 8. Professionials are not eligible.' Special prizes will else be given` of $5.00 each for the oldest Fiddler, the youngest and the fiddler coming the greatest distance, Old Time Dance after the Contest Admission to Concert and Dance 50e Proceeds to go to Spring Show Fund H. C. COX, President W, J. MILLER, Treasurer E. ROZELL, S. B. STROTHERS., Secretaries ELIMVILLE Mr. Samuel Horn who has been con- fined to his bed for some time past is at present very weak. Little Hazel Johns who has been quite ill with tonsilitis and Laura Ford who has suffered intensely with earache and abscess are both very much improved. Quite a number of our people at- tended the play entitled "The Irish Rose" given by the Young People of Main St. Church, Exeter on -March 17 and 18. All were well pleased with the play and the way in which it was rendered. Annual meeting of the W. M. S. was held March 17th when the fol- ,,,,. lowing officers were elected Presi- dent, Mrs. Murch, Vice President, Mrs. F. Delliridge; res.' sec., Mrs. E. Johns; Corr. sec., Mrs. Wes. Horn; treas., .Mrs.' Rich. Hunter.; Pianist, Mrs. Wellington Skinner; supt. sys- tematic giving, Mrs. Harry Deibri- dge; supt. mite. boxes, Mrs. J. Horn; circle leader, Mrs. Wes. Horn, pis. band supt., Mrs. Wellington Skinner; supt. of Little Light Bearers, Mrs. 43 - Hunter; sec. of stranger's depart-, meat Mrs. Bell. There will be :ten Easter Service held 'l.nder fele auspices of the W. M. S.7 Friday, April 2nd, at 8 o'clock The meetig will 'be led'b Pas- tor Rev; H. Livingstone and differ- ent ertzm sof Ani c .` and Band and congregation will take part. Everybody cordially invited .to attend this Easter Service. In Elimville United church on Friday. evening, March 19th. Rev. A. E Johns missionary on furlough from. China, gave a most interesting and instructive address on a holiday trip he with other missionaries, took into the Tibetan hills among the Tribes Peoples. Illustrating withbeauti- ful colored slides, . Mr. Johns kept ' his audience captivated for more than hour as he described the count- ry and people, with their life, habits• and religions. The Mission Band on behalf of whom the entertainment was provided, also did splendidly, in several numbers which they con- tributed to the program. The three youngest children of Mr. John's fain- tly also sang a number in Chinese, songs, dressed in Chinese costume. Last year at this time the mud was cleard up, but at present that seems a long way off, the roads be- ing in a terrible condition for trav- elling. Mr. Harry Johns has Out dower what remainsed of a very large will - what remained of a very large wit- great many years at his gateway. This tree in its prime was a beauty with its wide spreading branches• but from time to time largebranch- es have been broken down till noth- ing much was left. It will be well remembered by old residents of this• - A sleigh load from this vicinity at- tended ttended the play given in Main Street, church, last week and report a moat. enjoyable time. George MacRae, of Detroit, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. George Mac- Rae, of Clinton, died on Sunday aft- er fter a short illness of pneumonia. KIRKTON A play entitled "Listen . Ladies" will be given by the Women's In- stitute in Aberdeen Hall, Kirkton on Friday, March 26th. Admission 85 and 15 cents, "Long Distance bas rem duces cost of buying-- . now costs us only 2 cents to buy 3 bogs" --Writes a Meal Packer 417726 teleline2 it your pay -roil. o r� lleake it work for you/