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The Brussels Post, 1928-12-12, Page 3Christmas Cards I The time to select your personal greeting cards is right now. We have six or eight lines to make a choice from, and we know you will be more than pleased with the designs. MEETING OF PRESBYTERY OF THE UNITED CHURCH The Presbytery of Huron of the United Church of Canada, meth re- gular, session in Victoria street United Church, Goderich, on Tues- day last, with Rev. R. H. Barnby, S,T.D„ of Blyth, in the chair. Owing to the laeness of the session and to the lateness of the session and ante was not quite as large as usual: The Presbytery listened with in- terest to a number of committee reports, all of which called the church to a deeper consecration of itself to the work before it, and to a more faithful following of Jesus Christ in every department of life. The foreign missionary committee emphasized the work of missionary education and urged all ministers and 'leaders to acquaint themselves with the report of the recent Jeru- salem Missionary Conference. The life and work committee pre- sented a very able and pertinent report. Among . other things the report said (1) that a protest is due against any lowering of aur stand- ards of individual and social life:(2) that many families are making a ser- ous mistake "in not creating the wholesome restraints and gracious culture that belong to religious ex- ercises xercises and worship in the home,, (3) that there ought to be a far more faithful support of the Sunday ,school than there is; (4) that "there is an immediate need for gatherings of small and large groups for prayer 'and the kind of thing that Bunyan saw, of some women of Bedford talking together of the deep things of God"; (5) that all communicants be urged to be loyal to the spirit and program of Jesus; and (6) that ministers and congregations consi- der seriously for the ministry. The secretary was instructed to have this report printed and distributed to all the ]ministers in the Presbytery that it might be read front the pulpit. Miss Clara McGowan, of Myth, a member of the executive of the Presbytery's Young People's Union, res That Wring friendly life and cheer to all You can make,;: -.your Selections Now Ladies' Wrist Watches A Bracelet Watch, desired by all, in several new designs Green. or white gold. A good movement in a dainty Modern Case. All nicely Boxed .... $10. and up GENTS' WRIST T WATCHES Many Styles in the new Cron- ium Plated Cases to show you Radium & Plain Dials Long & square shapes, also a com- plete Line of Gents Pocket watches, All Boxed and Ini- tials Engraved free. Tambour Clocks When other presents are forgot- ten these Tambour Clocks will still say Merry Christmas Several designs, striking the hours on Tuned Rods. All reliable Makes From $9.00 up DIAMOND RINGS We are showing some splendid values in single stones, Green and White Gold Mountings from $25 up. Our Christmas Leader at $50.00 in lovely Gift Box must be seen to really prove the value. YOUR CHOICE OF MANY STYLES JEWELRY WALDEMAR CHAINS WALDEMAR KNIVES SIGNET RINGS. EMBLEM RINGS FOUNTAIN PENS, KODAKS CHRISTMAS CARDS BOOKLETS GIFTS BAR PINS TIE PINS CUFF LINKS FANCY CHINA SILVERWARE CUT GLASS ETC. SEALS AND TAGS . ;r J. R. W N T SHOP JEWELER WROXETER THE GIFT SHOP addressed the pr, sbyt'ry, making an elogucnt plea for the help and eo-operation of the ulinietere in the work the Young Peoph•'s Union is reeking to do. Mr. Wm. lllaek of Seaford] also addressed this Presby- tery on behalf of the Laymen's As- sociation. IIs called upon the lay- men to take 1 deeper interest in the, work tad welfare of the church, Rev. J, M. Coiling of Grand Bend presented clearly the work that ought to be dome thea winter along the linos of religious education. Rev, W. A. Bremner urged upon every member of Presbytery to make a determined and thorough THE BRUSSELS POST effort to have the entire 1111ocatiem of the (niseionary and maintenance fund rained in his congregation. He stressed particularly the need for the regular and systematic u -e_ of the duplex envelope. Just before adjournment the Prosbyti,ry nutruet,d the -secretary to draft a re:solution. of sympathy for the hing in his present serious illness and to send tins resolution to the Governor-General int Ottawa. The National Anthem was sung and the benediction was pronounced by the chairman, W. R. ALP, Secretary. VETERAN MILITARY MAN, HALE AT 85, WAS BORN NEAR CLINTON Sir William Otter Now Resident of Toronto Views World Problems Serenely; "Thoughts" on Peace Pacts, of No Use, View of Dis- tinguished Veteran. Toronto, Dec. 1.—Veteran of a distinguished career, General Sir William Otter will become on Mon- day, the veteran of 85 birthdays as well. The occasion finds hits in enjoy- ment of comfortable health. The general has come througn not only the strenuous cumpaigns of the pacts and such anti -war movententc, was that he might have thoughts upon the value of such arrange- ments, but that thoughts "were no use.,, Outstanding Successes Sir William Otter's birthday re- calls a career of outstanding suc- cesses which commenced near Clin- ton, on December 3, 1843, Following an education received at the Goder• ich Grammar School, the Toronto Model School, Upper Canada College and the Military School, Toronto, he embarked upon the military profes- sion in which he attained such dis- tinction. His services were varied. It included not only such local in- cidents as the Pilgrimage Riots in Toronto in 1875, and the Grand Trunk Railway riots in Belleville in 1877, but also the more spectacular march of the Battleford Column across the prairies in the Riel Re- bellion, when 190 miles were cover- ed in five days and a half. It was in South Africa, however, that Sir William achieved his great- est fame. He commanded the Royal Canadian Regiment there and was wounded, besides being twice men- tioned in despatches. Thanked by Premier Sir Wilfrid Laurier, who was then Prime Minister, thanked him per- sonally in a cable message for his excellent work, and this distinction was climaxed within a few days by a more signal honor when, on Pass- ing through London, he was person- ally thanked by Queen Victoria, to whom he and his men were presen- Noxthwest and of South Africa,but ed. Upon his return to Toronto he was accorded a hero's reception and also through the more extended bat- was .presented with a sword of hon- tle of life, with colors flying. or by the veteran of '66 and with a When interviewed in the light of service of plate by the women of his approaching anniversary, he Toronto. showed no disposition to presume I Sir William Otter's honors did not on his wide experience of life to be- enol with his South African service. come oracular. His has become the He continued to take a prominent mellowness which is the fruit of a part in the country's military organ - quiet enjoyment of life, and he be- Nation, occupying many of the most trayed no eagerness to sacrifice 11 important commands. In June, 1913, for a belated re-entry into the realm he was invested as -Knight Com - of controversy. Even a topic so di- mender of the Bath by the King. rectly within his realm of interest He is living l retire 1 life to rt ~tle Wcdnenday, December 12th, 1028, LIGflTNIFIG UGH SYRUP NIGHT C� �UGHS FAMILY SIZE 754 STP RLBorrt�� BRONCHITIS !ChildrenVeNOSyrup AST11 MA Alberta Coal SOYBEANS. SoybeansSoybeansmay be grown for. hay Trade Boards Claim Shipping Season or for seed. For hay purposes the Too Short. Toronto, Dec. 3.—Alberta board.+ of trade, representing six cituee in that province, are calling for xten- sion of the three-month period fixed by the Dominion government for transporting of Alberta coal to On- tario, and in opinion of dealers here, the argument is well taken, for the simple reason that consumers now- adays will not stock up with fuel at any time of year and particularly in warm months. The federal order- in- council made the special freight rate from Alberta apply to the period from April 15 to July 15, for this and two subsequent years. "This period is too short and un- timely, considering the needs and conditions of the Ontario market." says a circular from Alberta boards of trade, "and is not satisfactory to either the coal operators of Alberta nor to the distributors and consum- ers of Ontario. American anthracite is available in Ontario a o every month of the year, and it is the coal that the government of Canada intended to displace by Alberta coal." It is pointed out that neither dis- tributor nor consumer are in posi- tion to stock their full requirements in these three months, and that un- less the slipping period is extended, the main purpose of the order will be defeated. Figures upon which the special rate of $6.75 was based cov- ered a period of six months. The Alberta boards therefore urge the Dominion government to extend the period for movement of western coal to six s months�Januaty 1 to June 30—in the succeeding years of the test movement. J. A. Ellis, Ontario's representa- tive on the advisory committee, ap- pointed in connection with the test, and particularly the grading of Alberta fuel, was in Ottawa over the week -end. as the trend towards peace in the Alexandra. Palace Apartments on More Accidents world could not induce him to conn- University avenueHe is still mit hmiself to comment. Rio only familiar and honored fia•urc, how- Reported for 9 9 observation upon Kellogg peace ever, at military gatherings. EARLY MAILING WILL PREVENT CHRISTMAS DISAPPOINTMENTS Post Office Departments Issue Time. ly Warning; • Parcels for Unit- ed States Points Should be Mailed Immediately so as to Prevent Delay at Customs De- partment. People are now preparing for Christmas, and sending presents to friends in distant places, and, of course, everyone wants his or her parcel to arrive on time at its des- tination. For 1f$s reason, the post office staff is asking the public to co-operate so that the best possible service may be given. In order to avoid congestion around Christmas- time the post office requests that all persons mail their parcels early. On account of the Customs examination parcels intended for centres In the United States should be mailed not later than the first week in Decem- ber, Articles addressed to British Columbia should be mailed not lat- er than December 15; for Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the Maritime provinces, not later than December 17; for places in Ontario and Quebec, not later than Decem- ber 19; for local delivery, not later than December 20, Parcels should be addressed fully, with return ad- dress also put on, and pen and ink should be used in preference to pen- cil, It is advisable to pack all par- cels securely. For better and quick- er service parcels should be mailed before the above dates, to avoid all congestion of the mile. Business. houses who have advertising matter, calendars etc, to send out are asked to mail them as soon as possible. It is also requested that all parcels of value be insured so that they may be traced if they become lo.t If money is to be sent money orders or registered letters should be used In order to prevent any loss. If people nailing Christmas pres- ents observe and follow this ad- vice, their parcels will arrive at their destinations safeiy and on time, with the result that no one will be disappointed at Christmas. Back of Letters Place for Seals Post Office Complains If Stickers Are Placed Beside Stamps. Christmas seals and stickers must only he placed on the back of letters and Christmas parcels, according to an announcement in the postal guide which was received at the local poet office Friday. In the past many people have been in the habit of attaching these seals alongsido the regulation postage stamp. In Manly cases the seals have been purchased in aid of some charitable institution. The reason given for the new reg- ulation is that during the busy Chrsit- mas season when the mails are over- taxed with parcels, ]much "confusion is caused in the post office when tho when the seals are placed beside the postage stamps. In many cases the clerks, who are in a rush at that time of the year, will cancel tine seal instead of the stamp. Some cases have been discovered where e Christ- mas seat will overlap the stamp, thus making it difficult for tete postal clerk to determine whether or not sufficient postage has been plated on the parcel. Another reeord has been smashed, but thio time the breaking of the record is not desirable, There have been more industrial accidents re- porter] in 11)28 than in the whole of 1927. In November, there were 7,021 accidents reported to the Workmen's Compensation Board, in- cluding 51 fatalities, This is lower than the previous month of October when there were 8,278, intruding the same number of fatalities. The total number in eleven months of 1928 is 72,943 and the total for the year 1927 was 71,979. Benefits awarded by the Board in November for industrial accidents amounted to $709,809.60 which included $105,602.76 for medical aid, From time to time, statements are made to the effect that there are many more minor accidents reported than in former years, This seems to be borne out by the figures corn piled by R. B. Motley, general mane - ger, Industrial Accident Prevention Associations, covering the last year on which final figures are available and showing the average cost of ac-! cidents on which compensation or medical aid was awarded in Sche- dule 1 in the past several years. 1 These figures are as follows:— Year Total Cost Average ; Cost per Accident 1021 $4,271,084,67 $134,09 1922 4,323,801.07 114,73 1923 4,977,331,82 107.11 1924 4,746,314,60 107.20 1925 4,438,802,13 95.771 1926 4,711,970,90 92.80 Sheep in England total up to nearly 17,000,000, The White Horse of Wantagc is ' 374 feet long. Cut in the chalk ]tills, it is said to commemorate Alfred's victory over the Danes, in the reign of his brother, Rtherlred, be=t method of planting i so chill solid, using the ordinary grata drill. This will require. about 112 bushels of .seed per acre The plant; h] the rows sieould be :pared about 2 to 3 inches apart. Soybeans make an excellent em- ergency hay crop in the event of clover or alfalfa failure, and under average conditions should yield from 1 i_ to 212 tons of hay per acre, depending of course, upon the variety and the locality. Soybean hay has a feeding value equal to alfalfa hay. For seed purposes planting should be done in rows about 30 inches apart. The grain drill may be used and the width of the rows adjusted by covering the feed cups not in use. The plants in the rows should be 3 to 4 inches apart, and this rate of planting will require about 30 pounds (?s bush.) of seed per acre. • Cultivation should commence just as the beans are coming through the ground, using the spike tooth harrow to break any crust that may have formed. Row cultivation should be frequent enough to keep down the weeds. This is essential for the production of a good seed crop. Southwestern Ontario N especially suitable for soybean seed produc- tion. In this district, at the Dominion Experimental Station, Harrow, Ont. the yields of the later varieties have been, from 30 to 40 bushels of seed per acre over a four year period. Soybean should be planted about the same time as corn, or when eche danger from frost is over. Inocu- late the seed with the proper culture if planting the crop for the first time. The corporation operating the railways of Peru under condition I that they be turned back to the government in 1955, has proposed towns for taking over the lines. per - mane ntly. Competing in the annual deep sea I angling contest for women at Deal, c England, recently, a ]Hiss booked and landed a <entrees kitbag that had been lost from the pier several days; before. COMBATING TITS CORN BORER. There are many ways in which the farmer can assist in the fight against the cern borer. Not the least of these ie.. the selection and storage of the seed for next year'., planting. It N the practice of farmers interest- ; ed in the production of good corn in 1 go into the corn field in the fall and select their seed ears from the best type of plants only, good, sturdy upright plants bearing a well matured oar of gond type. These ,ears are then taken in and stored in a dry, well ventilated cellar or other suitable place, so that the drying out of the corn is completed under favourable conditions. In - following this practice the farmers are helping in the fight against the corn borer. Their seed will germinate high and produce strong, vigorous seedings. These will finally produce plants that are strong and sturdy in the stem and able, on this account, to withstand !a moderately heavy infestation of the borer and still produce a good crop corn. c . Experiments have demonstrated that other things being equal, the small weak stemmed corn plants are the first to break down under the attacks of the borer, while the strong, vigorous plants with good, sturdy, stems will continue to stand and produce reasonably good ears, even though the infestation is a fairly heavy one. Good seed also results in a good stand which is essential for high production. Poor seed results in a high proporton of poor plants, miss- ing hills, and plants missing from the hills. Add to this the corn borer and the farmers chances for a crop 'of corn are exceedingly poor. It is estimated that Hollywood screen stars receive in excess of 32.000,000 letters each year. M. Raymond Briez, aged 30, of Paris, recently gave blood for trans- fusion to hospital patients for the 26410 time, he having supplied a total oi' 116 pints of. blood. TM second reported instance of a meteorite hitting a human comes from Japan where a tiny pebble of celestial origin ,eered the neck of a three-year-old baby girl at play near Tokio. e irgs�, ht,b!i „alt Are "News" EVERY member of every family in this com- munity is interested in the news of the day. And no items are road with keener relish than announcements of new things to eat, to wear or to enjoy in the home. , You have the goodo and the desire to sell them. The readers of TUE POST have elle money and the desire to buy. The connecting link is ADVERTISING. Give the people the good news of new things at advantageous prices. They look to you for this "store news" and will respond to" -your messages. Let no show you that "An Advertisement is an invitation"