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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1924-2-6, Page 1VOL, 52 NO. 33 $2,00 per annum in af4uance BRUSSELS, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1924 Novelty Concert By the Trustee Board of Ethel Methodist Church Township Hall - Ethel Thursday, February 14th . , Program. ...,, Novelty Band consisting of 20 Instruments Instrumental and Vocal Music Pantomine Recitations Readings Reminiscences, &c. Come early and secure a seat ae this is the first Concert of its kind ever put ou in the Province, Adults 25c ; Children 15c Doors open at 7.30 New Advertisements Dance at Walton Dance at Brussels Ball at Cranbrook For sale -J. A. Nichol Wood for sole -A. Blsiop Auction Sale -J. W. King ,. Auction Sale -J. A. meNell Seed Corn -Gordon Knight Car of sugar -L. H. Gordon Auction Sale -John WMOKay Valentine Gifts -James Pox Chunks for sale -Roy Turvey Custom sawing -Anent Bros. Baby tatter for sale -Toa Posy Sorew driver found -Ter Poe, Hens for sale -Mrs. J. T. Jermyn Harbor Llghte-Family Theatre Weekend 89001018-W.D. Barrel HomeTiConcert-Ethel e— olon Methodist (hnrch Sootoh Farmers coming -Tun POST Blow torah taken-Cunningham's Garage Mzafrid geizs Morris THE POST gives the news. co Assessor Peacock ie busy at his duties for 1924. Mrs. Alex. Brewer, 4th line, is laid up with an attack ot scarlet fever but we hope she will soon be as hearty as ever. The Felly Bros. postponed Auction Sale, on the 7th line, went very good. Farms were not sold as the reserve bid was not reached. Township Treasurer Shaw had the misfortune to sprain one of his ankles which interferes a trifle with hie usual sprightliness. Hope he will soon be as weil as aver. Coal Coming Car of Stove Coal expect- ed at Ethel Station. $16.00 per ton off car Order Early Please. J. H. FEAR Coal Dealer ETHEL Sheriff Oaldbiek. New Liskeard, was renewing old friendships in this local- ity last week, looking fine. He came to Toronto and Kiugeton on business and took a few days to call, here to say Good Day. Wroxeter Mise Eileen Gibson, Kenilworth, spent the weekend here. Robert Rolston has moved to rooms in the Grand Central Block. Mrs, Wm. Wilson, is spending a few weeks with friends ire Toronto. John Bone, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich„ a former businese man here, called on old friends last week. An interesting game of Hockey was played here Friday evening between Clifford and Wroxeter High School teams. Score wae74 in favor of the visitors. Stewart Sanderson was the referee, Custom Sawing ++1I4•+4+++++4+++4++444,44+•t••t• We are prepared to do Custom Sawing at our Saw Mill as usual. Ament Bros. BRUSSELS +4+++444•4+++++434+++++4+++ Walton farmers' s Club + + Will hold a + 41. DANCE I I + Tuesday ev'g, Feb. 12 i.i. In the A. 0. U. W. Hall {{+.. Tickets 75c Ire LUNCH SERVED ;4444,44+++++++++++++++++++ COME ! COME ! COME Union Methodist Church GREY TOWNSHIP Tuesday Ev'g, February 12 THE FASCINATING HUMOROUS PLAY ENTITLED "HOME TIES" Preseuted by the Young People of Ethel Methodist Church Under auspices Union Church Ladies' Ald Cast of Characters Martin Winn -With Memories of the Past ....., W, Be Bisbee Leonard Everett -A Son of the Soil. Roy Hall Harold Vincent -Freon New Yor ., Quest Dobson Jos.al'zzard AtUmbrella Mondor •.•.•. • .George McKee Rutit Winn -Martin's Daughter . „ ... Miss Myrtle McKee Alma Wayne Her Friend from the City ' ..... Mies Lyle Ames Aunt. Melissa -Martin's Sister .. .. Mrs. Hann Mrs, Poplin -A Widow with a Peneion and Symptoms Miss Blatiche McKee Lindy Jane -Who Helps Around .............................Mies Ella Pearson Synopsis AOT 1 -An afternoon in June, between five and six o'clock. The home -coming,- AOT II -One month later, visitors from the City. AOT III -An evening the next week. The Party. LOT IV -The following January, eix monthe having etapeed. The Wedding Announcement and ''home Sweet Home.' ittIe Miee Lomeli Chamberlain, eufered a fractured collar -bone ae the result of a fall on the iee tl'rldey, In spite of the mild weather the Masquerade Carnival held here Wed- nesday night wire well attended, The different races ete, were keenly con- tested and much enjoyed by the epee - teems, The monthly meeting of the Wo- men's Institute was held at the borne of Mrs, Gavin Davidson, Thursday afternoon, A paper was given by Mrs. J. Wendt, contrasting pioneer life with that of to -day. Mrs. D, 0, Pope was in charge of Current Events. in which she introduced a new feature, giving a number of events by picture illustration. A. splendid article "New Year's Reflections," by Peter McAr- thur, was read by Mrs, Aldred Wear- ying. Roll call was responded to by a humorous story. Mrs, Davidson re- poitgd on the bale, which was recent- ly sent' to Northern Ontario. Ar- rangements were made to celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Women's Institute in Ontario, by a Birthday Party to be held Feb. 29th, Time of Play - Two Hours and a Half open at 7.30 o'clock Doors cents Tickets 25n p riraaara■■�.s ��. ___ _ Grey Maple syrup season comes next on the program. Grey township Council will be held next Monday at the Hall, Ethel. Next Sunday afternoon the Quart- erly Communion will be observed at Union church, Miss Ida Rands has been home from Toronto on the sick list but is regain- ing her cuetomery good stealth. The Mail Couriers had some strenuous days this Winter in making their daily tripe arid generally suc- ceeded. it's no easy chore some time. Howard Beirnes is making a good recovery from scarlet fever and the quarantine has been lifted. He will bave to hustle to make up for lost time during his illnese. "H OMB TIES" AT UNION OHtrROH.- The Ladies' Aid have arranged with Ethel Young People to have the en- joyable play, entitled "Home Ties" presented in Union church Tuesday evening next, program commencing at 7.30 o'clock. Cast and synopsis of play may be read in another column. Many complimentary things have been said about "Horne Ties" and the manner of its • presentation by the Ethel folk. Hear it. Feb. 12th. Seed Corn Place your order now for Seed Corn with the Oranbrook Farmers' Club. Varieties obtainable are Gold Champion Wisconsin No, 7 Golden Glow White Cap Yellow Dent Improved Learning Bailey This Corn is free from Corn Borer and guaranteed right in every partic- ular. Price $1.55 per bushel. Gordon Knight, Phone 5516 a Sec.-Treas. Scotch Farmers Coming Farmers requiring help should • send their names to THE PosT Publishing House, Brussels, at once, as a number of young Scotehmen are expected to ar- rive shortly. Phone 31 or write The Post Methodist Church. ETHEL CIRCUIT Regular services will be conduct- ed next Sunday as follows :- ROE'S UNION ETHEL 10.30 a. m. 2.30 p. m. 7.00 p. m. Sacrament Will be administered in Union ()hutch following tate afternoon service. Logs Wanted 4++4++++++'14r+4t4•14++++ "The eolonel's Maid" 74 eomedy in 3 Acts By 0, Leona Dalrymple Will be given by the Young People of Wroxeter in the OPERA HOUSE BRUSSELS Thursday, February 1th Under auspices of the Brussels Women's Institute Concert Commences at 8 o'clock Adults 35c. Children 25c. Mrs: Harold 8pefr, Mrs. A. Lamont, President ; Secretary +44++++++++++4444+4444+++ A big crowd attended Fred. Tuck's Auction Sale, Prices were good, especially for cows, of which he had an extra good lot, Proceeds of sale $4,500 in addition to stock sold prior to date of sale. Jim Taylor is some Auctioneer. Miss Eunice, daughter of Hugh and Mer. Richmond, Elma, received a nasty fall on the ice that gave her quite a shaking up, She lead been skating and had just taken off her skates when the accident befell her Miss Richmond struck the back of her head in the tumble and it was feared serious coneequences might result but she is quite smart once more, we are glad to say but will not soon forget the occurrence. We are itt the minket to purohate Saw logs and heading bolts for which the highest prices will be paid. Out Soft IBm and Soft Maple Loge, 10 ft. 6 in. ; 13 ft. 2 in, and 16 ft,; cut Basswood, 11 ft. 2 in. ; 12 ft. 10 in. and 16 ft. Out all other timber customary even leugthe. Out Basswood and Elm Heading bolts 20 in. For Hard Maple, Soft Elm ant Basswood wo are paying $80.00 a thousand Aliment Bros. Moncriof Other Moncrieff news this week on page 5 also, The Y. P. E. S. gave a Lecture and views in the church Tuesday evening. Miss Mary Meehan is recovering nicely from a slight operation on her nose. We are sorry to report that Jas. Cummings is suffering severely from a fall off a load of hay. Will. McKay, from the West. is visiting with his aunt and uncle, Robert and Mrs. Livingston. Fred. Tuck's Auction Sale was from all points a success. We are sorry to see the family leaving this com- munity. Johnnie McKay's Auction Sale is on the list for next week, Tuesday, 12th inst•, stock, implements, household effects, &c. The new Sunday School Superinten- dentie Neil McTaggart, with Wm. Patterson as assistant. We wish them suttees in their work.y The are heartily supported. Joseph McKay has moved across the road to Jae. 0. McKay's farm which he has leased, the latter remov- ing to Hamilton. There's a vacant house now that should have a tenant, t, It is said Ed. Fulton and Earl Meehan have rented Geo. McTaggart'e farm, the latter taking a holiday for a while at some convenient spot for High School priviliges. A new house- keeper will surely have to be installed by the new bachelor firm. The farm of Jno. McKay, 1{ miles West of here, has been rented to Robe. Campbell, who lives close by. Mr. McKay has announced a clearing Auction Sale of Farm Stock, Imple- ment%, Household Furniture, &c., for Tuesday of next week. List may be read in another column. On account of the illness of Mr. McKay's mother Mr. and Mre. McKay will move to the home where the invalid is and look after her and the household. Geo. McKay, who is here from the West, has had his ticket extended. Informal Dance Will be held in the OPERA HOUSE BRUSSELS Tuesday Y g Wig ht Feb. 12 Music by the Thynne & Speir Orchestra Tickets 750 - Pine Amusement Tax of 5e. Ladies Free. LUNCH SERVED Dancing at 0,80 o'clock Car of Sugar Ethel Station Thursday or Friday of this week Special Cash Price off Car Call Phone 5210 L. H. Gordon CRANBROOK 44++4+4++4++++++++4++4++++ Annual meeting of Knox church was held on January 29th, the pastor in the chair. Reports of a satisfac- tory character were presented show- ing zeal, generosity, unity and a wil- lingness to hdlg, Geo. McTaggart, who has faithfully attended to his duties as Secretary -Treasurer, was complimented and thanked for hie good work and regret expressed at his expected removal, Mrs. James Fulton was chosen as his successor, Archie Mann was elected on the Managing Board in Jas. McKay's stead, owing to latter's going to Ham- ilton. Jno. Melville was re-elected and Harold Livingeton and Martin Feng are new members, Question of the future arrangements of the con- gregation were briefly diecuseed and Wm, Harvey and Wm. Patterson chosen to represent Knox church on the proposed readjustment Presby- tery Committee, By deaths and re- rnoval to other spheres a great change has been made in the community, Bluevale Turnberry township Council meets here Thursday of this week. An Auction Sale is announced by J. W. King, M. P., of Farm stook, im- plements, &c„ to be held Thursday afternoon of next week, 14th inst. At ,the Official Board meeting of Bluevale Methodist circuit, held last Monday afternoon, a hearty invita- tion was extended to Rev. Mr. Wil- kinson to continue as pastor for another year. He thanked the Board and accepted subject to the Station- ing Committee. Rev. Mr. Clarke, Brussels, Chairman of thee Wiugham District, was a visitor with the Board. Sulgrave Trinity church Vestry meeting was held and satisfactory reports present- ed. The office bearers of past year were re-elected. Bradburn Bros. Auction Sale came off very successfully, totalling about $4,000. Nesbitt Bros, have moved to the farm which they have leased. The W. M. S. of Knox Church held its first meeting of the year in base- ment of church on Jan. 3rd. Presi- dent Mrs. (Rev.) Jones presiding. Owing to stormy weather and bad roads attendance was small. After usual devotional exercises all joined in reading Psalm 23 also repeating Lord's Prayer. Minutes of previous meeting read, also treasurer's report, showing monthly collection to be $4,40. Total receipts for year $111,49. Reports were adopted. Motion was made to secure printed program, as last year, finding them very beneficial, The Visiting Committee was appointed for 2 months viz ;-Mrs. Porterfield, Mrs. Jas. Taylor and Mrs. John Stewart, Mrs. Jas. Taylor read a splendid paper entitled '"The New Start," Study Book for year is "The Island Beauti- ful." Meeting was closed by prayer. W. M. S. -February meeting was held Jan. 31st, at the home of Mrs. Jos, Millar, one week earlier than usual to enable us to enjoy another meeting with our President, MS (Rev) Jones. Meeting opened by singing Hymn 399. Scripture lesson was read by Miss Eugene Geddes from Hebrews 8 : 1-19. Secretary and Treasurer gave their reports. Roll Call was responded to by 24 ladies, Mrs. Jones sang a solo entitled "I've Wondered Oft," which was beautifully rendered, Mrs. Scandrett gave first paper from study book "IllaFormosa," With our President leaving it became n duty to appoint a new one. Sever- al votes were taken finally Mrs, Alex. Porterfield was the choice. Short ad- dress of appreciation and farewell was read by Secretary to Mrs, Jones ex - e departure rat at her i our regret p rg g but knowing what is Relgrave's lose is another's gain and all trust God's blessing will go with them to their Jones gave charge. Mrs. v a touching reply, thanking the members for their kindness to her during her term of office as President and the many kindnesses shown during their all too short residence in Belgrnve. The meeting was closed by slimging hymn 671 and short prayer by Mrs. Jones, While refreehments were being eery - Mrs, Garner Procter sang a beautiful solo, Following are officers for 1924 -Hon,-Preeideu't, Mrs. Caesar; Presi- dent, Mrs. Porterfield; let Vice -Presi- dent, Mrs. W. J. Geddes ; 2nd Vice - President, Mee, John Cole t Secretary, Mrs, Jos. Millar ; Asst, -Secretary, Mrs, Scandrett ; Treasurer, Miss Eugene Geddes ; Missionary Home Helpers Secretary, Mies McDougall ; Sall of the Season LONG'S HALL Cranbrook Friday Ev'g Feb. 8th Thynne & Spelr's i -piece Orchestra In Attendance .LUNCH SERVED Admission $1.00 Ladies Free Everybody Welcome - r� Supply Secretary, Mrs. Wm, Geddes ; Stranger's Secretary, Mrs. Porterfield ; Literary and Library Secretary, Mrs. H. McClennaghan ; Press Secretary, Mrs. Jae, Michie ; Organist, Mrs. Scandrett ; Asst.•Or•ganiet, Mrs. E. Geddes, Cranbrook Cranbrook news always welcome at THE POST. Have you a sweet tooth ? See Gor- don's sugar advt. Rev. Mr. Moore, Strathroy, occu- pied the pulpit of Knox church last Sabbath morning, Cranbrook Farmers' Club is hand- ling seed corn and those interested are asked to see the advt. Good sleighing is affording oppor- tunity for farmers and others to get their teaming well advanced. Take in the "Home Ties" play at Union church next Tuesday evening. See the advt. concerning it. It is well worth hearing. The promised address to the Farm- ers' Club by Mr. Halbert, M. P., had to be postponed on account of the snowstorm blockade and the speaker's illness. We are sorry to report the illness of Robert Brown, of St. Paul, Wisconsin, II, S. It is nearly 40 years since he went West. He is a son of the late Robert Brown, a former well known resident of Cranbrook locality. Friday evening of this week a Ball will be held in Long's Hall, to which your attention is called in an advt, Thynne & Speir Orchestra will supply the music. Congratulations are extended to W. J. and Mrs. Cameron, of Maple- wood, New Jersey, U. S., over the arrival of a fine son. The proud daddy is a former Oranbrookite, son of Will. and Mrs. . Cameron, of this place. JAS. D. MCNAIR PASSES AwAF.- As will be seen by notice in another column Jas. D. McNair, an old and well known resident of the 13th Con., passed away Monday morning of this week, in his 57th year, after it long illness. Funeral takes place Wednes- day afternoon at 2 30 o'clock, service half hour earlier, Interment in Brus- sels cemetery, Obituary will be given next week. Walton An owner was found for the locket advertised in Tux POST. The sick folk are holding their own and we (hope will soon be much heartier, The U. F, 0. Walton, is putting on a thence in the A, 0• U. W, Hall next Tuesday evening. See the advt. Annual Congregational meeting at Duff's church will be held Wednesday afternoon of next week at 2 o'clock. We are sorry to hear that Harvey and Mrs. Hoover will be removing from Walton in;the course of a month, taking up residence in London, where they may engage in business. He will hold a clearing Auction Sale ,of Farm Stock, Implements, &a, on Thursday, 21st., at 1 p, m. with Jas, Taylor as Auctioneer Fuller announcement next week. ScaooL SiPORT.-Following is the monthly report for senior department of Walton echool for past month, arranged in order of merit :-Sr. IV - Mary Krantee and Hattie McCall, equal, Jas. Shortreed, Jr, IV-Jno. McDonald, Margaret Bolger, Russell Sholdice, Jeau Hood, Flora Harris, Jean Drager, Isa bel Hoy. Sr, III - Beatrice Kearney, Laura Manninr . Vera Gardiner, Kenneth Jackson, Althea Carter Florence Ryan, Norma blurra', Gordon Murray. Jr. III- Olare McCall, Viola Carter, Alvin Farquharson, Lorue Steise, Louis Mc- Donald, Clarence Steles, Ellwood Shortreed, Ethel Shaw, Sr. II -Helen Steles, Winnie Drager, Chas. MoDon• aid, Blairrnore Shaw, Laura Hoy, G. H. HOOD, Principal. The Box Social held in the A, 0, 11 W. Hall here on Friday night, Feb, 1st, was a decided suceees. Program, prepared by the pupils of Walton school, consisted of songs, recitations and dialogues. Mies Hattie Bolger, accompanied by Miss Grace Short - reed, favored the audience with two well rendered solos, After the pro- gram the boxes were auctioned off by the genial John McGavin, Mr. Bad- ley, who very efficiently filled the W.H,K RR, roorietor iMil THEATRE BRUSSELS Friday and Saturday Ev'gs. of this week a picture worth coming miles to see will be on the program - Harbor Lights Monday and Tuesday Next the Picture to be eereened ie "Front Page Story" 111R, GRIMOLDBY. an old Bens - sole boy, will fern -snit the music. He is Leading Violinist in the Savoy Theatre in Owen Sound. office of Chairman, told the audience "That ie was whispered around that there would be a dance but that they were waiting till all the Metho- dists would go home." Judging by the number that remained there were very few of that denomination in at- tendance. Music for the dunce was supplied by Jae. Rea and Wm, Grieve, accompanied by Mrs. P. B. Gardiner and Mrs, Wm• Grieve, Proceeds. of evening amounted to $53.85. Ethel Ant persons indebted to me by account, or past due notes, must settle them by cash or new notes at- once or they will be placed in Court for collection. DAVID Mime, Ethel, Ont, John Bateman, Brussels, was visit- ing John and Mrs. King last week, Mrs, George Eckmier is spending a week with her daughter, Miss Fern, in Toronto, Mrs. J, L Irwin and sons, James- town, were visitors at 0. and Mrs. Eckmier's last week. Last Sunday afternoon Rev, Mr. Moore, Strathroy, was the preacher in the Presbyterian church here, We are glad to state that Mrs. John King, who has been laid aside for the past month with a severe attack of la grippe, ieimproving and we hope she will soon be o. k. and hustling about aselesual. DONT MIse IT. -The like of it was never presented before is a correct statement concerning the Novelty Concert to be giveu in the Township Hall here Thursday evening of next week, under the auspices of the Trus- tee Board of the Methodist church. It will be a Novelty Concert all right. Read more about it from advt, and posters, Listowel Oo. L. 0. L. for North Perth met here on Tuesday. Our boys are putting up a good sample of Hockey. Bell Telephone 00. will add 8 new rural lines to Listowel exchange. F. F. Phillip, telegraph operator let the O. N. R. and wife will take a trip to Arizona. Alderman Sangster attended the Lieut. -Governor's luncheon at Toronto and was on his good behaviour as usual. Mrs. (Dr.) C. H. Stiles, Detroit, a former Listowel young lady -Miss Margaret Hampton -is asking for a divorce from her hubby to whom she was married nearly 14 years ago. Thos, and Mrs. Seaman celebrated the 80th anniversary of their wedding , and were the recipient of numerous gifts many good wishes and compli- ments on the Diamond anniversary. Archie McDonald left last week for Petrolia where he has accepted a posi- tion with Humphreys & Co. ladies' ready-to-wear and dry goods. Mr, McDonald has had an excellent train- ing in this line of work and is an ex- perienced and capable salesman of more than ordinary ability, and will no doubt meet with success in his new position. He is deservedly popular here, and while regretting his depart- ure from Listowel, his many friends here wish him every possible sucoees, Church Chimes Melville church Cougregatioual meet- ing Wednesday evening of this week, Last Sabbath morning the Quarterly Communion was observed in the Metho, dist cherch. The pastor's brief address was ou the subject "The marks of a Christian." At the evening g i service "Divine Guidance" was the theme. Next Monday evening in connection • with the Young People's League of the Methodist church a pageant, "A Call of the Nations," will be presented that will he worth while. Program will bogie at 8 o'clock and will be given in the Lec, ture room. UNANIMOUS rum/teem-At the tnceting of the Official Bbard ot Bros gels Methodist church a unanimous itt� vitation was tendered Rev, C. F. Ciarlte to continue as pastor for it third year, He accepted, thanking the Board for past kindnesses. ArrofNTan -P. R, Mnlheron, organ. ist and musical director of the Metho• dist ehurch,,,Paris, has been appp oiuted musical director oef the Wellingtoet street church, Brantford. Ha will assume his duties early in April. 11lr, Mulhorou was a former lerueselitp,