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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1924-3-5, Page 1VOL. 52 NO. 3? q 2.00 per annum in advance CAR OF Creamy or West Flour and feed Expected in course of a' few days at Brussels Station Also a Car of Western Oats - Order Early. Brussels Farmers'Club D. M, MAcTAVISH PHONE 46 New Adeer-tisoments Anotlon Bale -B. hinthere Baby Ohlods-,E. L. Mittel[ Seed Pens -W.& Srondroot Auction Anle-John Coolies Hatching eggs -Everett Hoover Proporty for sale -L. S. Danford Our Clothing Snle-W D. Hamel •OashSystem-Earl Cunningham For sale -Phone OI r 2E, tlitoliaU Anneal Report of Standard Bank Weekly Store News-Jnmen.H'oz Flour and Feed -Brussels Formers! Club C"':.4A•.C.t .obs Belgravo FINE CONCERT. -4' splendid time was enjoyed at the Concert in. the 0. O. F. hall under the auspices of the Ladies'Guild of Trinity ohurcb. Pro- ceeds were $30.00, Rev, i11r. Hawkins made a good chairman and the talent consisted of John and Mildred Perdue, Misses Nom Van0amp Josephine and Myrtle Johnson, Mre. Bradburn, -Hawaiian orchestra, Pantonine, 2 short plays, etc.. ,Ever--ybody did well. Bluevale The next meeting of the- Literary Society will be held in the Foresters' Hall, Monday evening, March 10th, instead of Friday evening, March 7th, the regular night for meeting, Spec- ial feature of the evening will be a debate : "Resolved that men spent). more time and money on their own pleasures than do women," and will be taken by Misses 'Brown and Robinson BRUSSRLS, ONTARIO, WRDNRSD4Y, MARCH and Messrs, Wylie and Bolt, Vocal and inotrtlmetltal music, recitations, �a Theatre i#Y DIED AT RIPE OLA ACE. - There passed away at 131uevale, on Tuesday, kebruayy 24th, Isabel Hades, widow of the late John Munns, in her Met year, She war a highly esteemed old lady, Interment took place in Blue - vale cemetery on Thursday afternoon of last week, service being conducted at her late rceideuoe,, Deceased eras the mother of tire. John Little, Brus- sels, who attended the burial, Oran rook Mies Annie Menzies is making a fine recovery following her operation fpr appendicitis. Jacob Long has been bothered near- ly all Winter with neuritis and will be glad to welcome Spring as an ex- peetant helper to freedom. Walton Dresamnkln and Phan Sewing done at my home, bins. 0. Deegan, Walton. Pia Somete-Feiday evening of this week the Young People will give a °Pie Social in the Lecture Room of Duff's °beech.. flood program and everybody welcome. Tickets 25 and 15 cents. The young people of Walton com- munity are preparing an excellent play, entitled "Tempest and Sun- shine;" which will be presented on the 2lst inet., for the benefit of Walton School Fair.. Watch out for further particulars. Tee farm of Lew, Engler; McKillop, known as the Forbee place, has been sold to John Dennis. 14th Con., whose farm adjoins it, Former has purchas- ed 100 acres 10 Elma township and will remove to it," We wish both me - nese, MoncriofF March has come to us like a lamb. Tha Ladies' Aid of -Knox Church have taken over the cleaning and sweeping of the church, which will mean a good deal to the. . lowering of expenses. We hope that the re -organization Committee of this Presbytery will find it possible to leave the Walton and Monorieff charge as it is. • We wouldn't like the thought of giving up obr present pastor, CARD of TEANAS.-We wish to ex- press our thanks to the many kind friends and ueighbors for their thoughtfulness and sympathetic words through our mother's illness. ' GEC. MOKAY AND Fainir e The Adult Bible Claes enjoyed a banquet on Thursday evening in the church, where discussions on "The Claes and its motives" were botb lively and interesting.' Community. singing and a contest were much en- joyed. W. M. 5, held their February and Mareb meeting on Wednesday, Feb- ruary 27th, in the basement of the church. Ohair was taken by Mrs, Geo. McTaggart ; Bible talk by Mrs. Jas. Mann and instructive papers on Island Beautiful and Building for India were given by Mrs., Pratt and Mrs. Ferg, ALE. CLOTHINGUN .I 1 WILL BE CONTINUED ONE WEEK MORE THE MANY LOW VALUES WE HAVE BEEN GIV- ING IN SUITS AND OVERCOATS HAVE BEEN GREATLY APPRECIATED AND MANY ARE BUYING THEIR SPRING SUITS ti OW. Men's Suits Men's O'coats AT AT $998 $895 12 95 13 95 -1675 1650 24' 50" 21 85 29 85 These are figures 'which mean a big saving to you and qualities are good. BUY YOUR SPRING SUiT NOW W$:DN HAMEL BRUSSELS PRESLW $ WITH "roar'%NE WoNDo1 NORs E CroRY evtawARw IoRAR AJ.G.Bi.YSTOM PR0006T10t1 Friday and Mar.7&� Saturday FULL Ob' Pep - Snap Ginger A riot of laughter, replete with thrills and girls galore. MONDAY and TUESDAY March 1 Oth and 11th Come and see "The Angel of Crooked Street" 9 With a good Comic Admission 25 and 10 cents We are very sorry to report the death of Mrs. Geo. McKay, who pas- sed away early Friday morning, after eufleringfrom the effects of the second stroke of paralysis in a few weeks time. Particularly sad is the fact that her eldest son, George, of Aber- nethy, Sask ,left for his home the day previous to her relapse, leaving her as he thought on the road to recovery. The funeral took place on Monday at 1.30 o'clock from Monarieif (Meech. Services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Chandler. Burial was made in the Logan cemetery. Wroxoter ,Neil White was a repent visitor in Brussels. W. 5, McKercher was a Toronto visitor last week. Miss Scott spent the week end at her home in Blyth. Fred. Kitchen spent several days fast week in Fortlwieh, Fred. Davey attended the funeral of an uncle in Alliston last Wednesday Miss Mabel Duret, Elmira, is visiting at the home of her nnole, Irwin Duret, E. and Mrs, Dobbs have moved to the residence of D. M. McTavish, Min Street. t4lilts Hazlewood, Grimsby, spentti �WV few days with his, brother, Hazlewood. Miss Mary Earle, has returned to Toronto, having spent several weeks at her home in Howlett.. ' "- Mist; Mary McMichael, Stratford Normal School, was a week -end visit oe with bee parents here. MMC John 11faNaughton, Turnberi'y, has returned from en extended visit with a daughter in London, Misses Evelyn and Francis Edgar, Wingham, were recent guests at the home of their brother, Arnold Edgar. Mrs, Taylor, nee Louise Stokes, Tor- onto, a former resident of the village, is visiting at the .home of John David. sort. Rev, L A. McKelvey, Teeswater, a former pastor here, will occupy the pulpit in the Methodist Ohureh next Sunday evening. One of 'tete most pleasant theta' functions of the season was the Birth- day Party given under the auspices of the Women's Institute, in the school room of the Pteebyterian Church Fri- day evening, when the 27th anniver- sary of the organization of the Women's Institute in Ontario was celebrated, Several interesting con. tests engaged tete early part of tete eventing, followed by community singing. Short addressee were given by 1110 President, Mee. R. Stooks, 81111 District Secretary, Mrs. John I3upfee alter winch a tea was served at 12 Methodist Church, Brusselso Swept by 1 4 Fire Saturday Night 10.80eo eloekgSaturdayonightt,,, routetd out many in the ootnmunity to learn that the Methodist eitutch, King street, was the danger point. Fire was discovered by the Parsonage folk, (next door to the church), and the call forhelpsono dispatched, Devouring element was working Its way in the wood shed at the rear of the church and immediately under the choir gal. Wry and had evidently been going for some time by the fierceness of the blaze that anon showed itself, It was no small task to get the Fire Engine to its platform on the river batik at the foot of Elizabeth street, owing to the depth of snow and the fact that ae tion of Caretaker Dark and the earo• fol manner in which he did hie work. Special emphasis was pub on the re• naval of mites, front furnecee (et a rumor was hinted at that perhaps opals and ashes stored in wood sized might have eaused the tire.) This story lyse discounted by the fact that ashes were taken to Mr, Dark's home, 8 or 4 biooke distant, and put on bis garden. The suggeetions of holding services in the meantime in St. John's chureh, vacant at present tittle,: as new Rector is not appointed yet found favor with the Board and by the kind- ly and timely action of G. R. Muldoon, one of the Wardens and cheerful con- sent of the Bishop of Huron was ob- BRUSSELS METHODIST CHURCH no team was available at the time it had to be drawn by hand. Once the water was turned on good results were soon evident although the fire had worked its way under the roof and was not an easy place to get at on aceountof the height of the ceiling. Thanks to the splendid efforts of the Brigade and a quiet night, with snow on the roof the devouring element was stayed in its progress but leaving a badly wrecked building, THE DAMAGE Consisted in the complete burning out of Choir loft, (an alcove to Main buifding) organ, books, pulpit, settee, chairs, fie., the consuming of rods of panelled ceiling, section of roof, leaded stained glass windows, badly damaged pewe from fire, smoke, water and falling plaster from brick walls and the charring of church par- lor and Primary department furni- ture, ere. The walls are intact. At the time of writing the Inspectors have not been here hence it is impos- sible to state what the loss will be, How FIRE STARTED may never be known. Caretaker Dark left the church at6 o'clock p. m. and everything was o. k. Oustomery work for Saturday was finished and kindling a wood ready end o od byside of furnaces for Sunday morning fires, The ashes is not left on or about the church premises as Mr, Dark removes them to his.garden when taken from furnaces to be used as fertilizer. The flames had not got to where North furnace was located for some time after fire was discovered in wood shed, a room by itself, Blectric wires ran through the wood abed but as far as known were properly insulated and electric lamps were in good working condition Thursday evening when the District Institute was held in the church. INSDRANOE ter Two COMPA cine was carried, viz- the Gore and The. Howick Mutual totalling $12,000 oe church and contents. As to whet the restoration will cost in this day of high cost of material and labor is problem- atic but tin doubt an amicable settle- ment will be arrived at but it will take many a days work to set the loss to rights under the most favorable circum Itanoes, OEORCH BOARD MET MONDAY morning at Tiex POST Publishing House, Pastor in the cJiair, 10 mem. bers beingpresent. Rind offer froth Melville hurch Session to use their auditorium. Sunday afternoons Inc Sabbath School and to worship with their congregation, accompanied by expressioes of sympathy were tepot•t- ed,. also the proffered nee of h 0. U. Lodge room, also teleplumes from Methodist pastors nt Blyth and Ethel were eeceiVed and motion of thanks passed for the messages, A vote of thanks w81 passed to tete Fire Brigade for the diligence displayed and to all who rendered such timely service, The Board exprkesed their apprecia- tained by phone and the pproblern solved in the meantime. A Commit- tee of the pastor, Dr. Bernath'', W, H, Maunders and. W. H. Kerr was named to meet the adjusters when they come to Brussels to see about in surance settlement. Members of Board discussed other phases of the situation and adjourned to visit the wrecked building. LITTLE SPARKS It takes a fire to draw a crowd, The fire rekindled Sunday morning and had to be soused out of danger of spreading. Time works many changes is proven by the very few pioneer members of Brussels Methodist church who are still on the membership roll. Hundreds of people went to the Methodist Ohurch, Satutday night. Sunday and Monday and are going yet. It seemed a pity to see the tidy bdificeinsuch a muss. Hot coffee and appetizing cookery were served the firemen and others at the Parsonage, where a bevy of ladies assisted Mise Mary Clarke in the preparation and serving. Why would it not be a good idea for 2 or 3 score of people to be instructed where to find the fire alarm and how to ring it ? It would; possibly be Safety Fleet principle.Do you know the trick ? Church was erected in 1870 and is 45xS6 feet with 28 foot 15 panel coiling and was cleared of debt in 1906, in pastorate of the Rev. E. G. Powell. It's interior appearance was attractive but is a sorry looking plight today. Inspector Roberesou and Director R1cKerclter were here Wednesday ,looking over the situation. They brought Dlr. Gray, n builder of Har- ristou, along as an expert, Mr. Brown, Mitchell, was here at instance of. Board. It was no small chore to gel the line "Bluebird" car of the parson from the garage adjoining the church to a place of lens danger, There was a 6 foot snow bank piled up against the door to the street that bad to be cleared, away. Church had a close call when the Flax mill nearby was burned. The late Rev. E. G. Powell, who was past- or then, saved the day by mounting the lofty roof and drenching out the numerous burning shingles with pane of water. Rev. David Rogers, now superan- nuated at Se. Thomas, u former junior pastor in 1878 or thereabouts, once said "Whenever he saw the famous steno .work of Brussels Methodist church tenement he eves reminded of the hymn "How nein a Foundation," Why does not everybody who goes to a fife take a pail with them as in days of old ? Many a building was saved by prompt, industtions bucket brigades, Too much waiting for the Fite Engine to do it ail when perhaps a few pails of water would prove efficacious, beautifully. Arranged tab les. Each was presided over by a nemliet of the Institute end represented a month of the year, the guests attending the tables representing the month of their birth. At the conclusion of rile tea an immense birthday cake; on which 27 candiee formed the lettere W. 1, was cut, each person receiving a portion. The singing of the National Anthem brought to a clops a most enjoyable evening. The Women's Institute members deserve great credit for their succesofnl efforts. IEth of Township 0outwit next Monday. Ethel Methodist folk enjoyed the District Institute at Brussels Thurs- day of last week and 'took active in - West in the prag:Anh in the p516011s of Rev. Mr, Baun, J, 1f. Slemmon and W. Bisbee. Etneet and Mrs, Cole, of White River locality, were here on a 'short visit. They were former residents of, this neighborhood. Mr. Cole and his brother are associated in sawmill and lumbering interests. One line is tie cutthig for the O. P. R, 'friday evening, Feb. 20th, the mem- bers of Ethel Methodist Sunday School and W. M. S, met at the home of A. P. and Mrs. McKee for tho unique purpose of celebrating the 18th birthday of. Mrs. S Chambers, who was./6 years old ou that day. A short program, consisting of, speeches, by the pester and officers of the Sunday School and other Societies connected 1 1 with the dough t0 wh c] Mrs, Cbum. hers belonged, readih a, solos Metro. mentate, .oto, After the best wishes of the assembly had been extended to Mrs, Chambers the evening was spent In games, singing,'owlet chat etc, Be - The Young Village layer A Play in 4- Aots to be preeected.ln' Ebenezer church friday Evening, Mar, lth by the Young People of Browntown Community, Following ie the cast of Characters : Seth Barrett -Promising young Lawyer aeptr- ing to Politics , Charlie Johnston n Bright -Bright o'flloe boy in Seth Barrette effete Lloyd Turvey eels Barrett --Seth Barrett's 8lstor Verna Dennis Alan Spenoer-From the oily and An te'e Friend Earl Sellars David Conant -Seth Barrett's Polttioet Op• 1511511[ 'herds Bosman James Ferguson -David. Conant's accomplice in his Political Plane . Melville Dennie Bolen Conant -Sweetheart of Seth Barrett and Daughter of David Conant ..Ernestine Sellers Sam Dill-Benpeoked Husband Walter Sellers Mre. D111 -Village Coss:p Ettte Ager Isabel Underwood -Actress and former Sweet. ho,.rt of Seth Barrett Olera Agar Lobelia- Negro Servant in Seth Barrett's Household Adella Turvey BVNOPSIB and AoPolit 1-Scetics-ne in Seth Barrett's omoe : Love wom Actan 2 -Scene in Seth Barrett's Moe : Con- fusing letters -a week later. Aot a -some of Seth Barrett : the heart of a winn Acting -1-Famhande ,as Antal and 2 : ' Wtlnhaa, the Admission 35c ; Children 20c EVERYBODY COME1 fore the company dispersed a tasty lunch was served, including a fine birthday cake ornamented by candles, Mrs. Chambers has been a teacher of the children's class for many years and is a indefatigable worker in all other lines of Christian service and richly deserves all honors which the coming years may bdstow upon her, Well done, Mrs. Chambers, Grey Grey Township Council meets next Monday. George McTaggart's Clearing Auc- tion Sale Thursday afternoon of this week. His Lot is 24, Con. 15. 0, .111. Scott, Atte. T, E. Cochrane, son of Robert and Mrs. Cochrane, 14tH Con., who has been employed in London, has gone to Detroit to work. Pupils of S. S. No, 3 had a holiday as the teacher, Miss Marguerite Wil- son, was taking stock of how the wed- ding knot is tied. The family of David Hall, 5th Con., have been quarantined for scarlet fev- er but we .hope the various patients will soon be able to get about as usual. Mrs. James Hoggard and children, who have been enjoying an extended visit with relatives and old friends, expect to return to their home in the West next week. The former is a daughter of Wm. and Mee. Runde. Molesworth SCHOOL REPORT. -Following is the report of U. S. S. No. 4, Grey and Wallace. for the month of February. Honore 75% ; Pass 60% •-Olass V- tlluriel Elliott 83, Sr. IV -Margaret Sangster 81, Gertrude McIntosh $8, ican Martin el, Stewart. Jr, IV -w A rcliie McDonald 79, Josie Cum- ming 78 Geor a Brown 76, *Eva Sang- ster '70,Tiede Edgar 42, Jr III -Mur- ray Brown 73, *Archie Cumming 70. Se. II -Campbell Magoffin 75. *Agnes Elliott 71, *Tom Cumming 05, *Pearl Felkat (10, *Glenn' Martin 56, Stella Ooeeus 55, *Dorothy Mitchell 50. Jr. II -■Davie Stewart 50, Gladys Mein. bosh 49. Pr. -Ralph Wilt, *Beverly Mitchell, *Archie Douglas. Those present every clay were Josie Cum- ming, Gertrude McIntosh and Jessie Edgar. Names marked tins " missed one o1• more exams. V, V. MCLEOD, Teacher. Merr rt5 Mrs. Murray Johnson and Kenneth and George, London, are visitors at the home of henry Johnson, 5th line. Wm. Little was busy installing,a. telephone in the Township Wall. Nothing like being up with the tines. Wm. Miller, 5th line, had a light stroke of paralysis we are sorry to hear. He is improving nicely we are Bind to state. Miss Lillian MoArter has gone to Stratford Normal School to finish her cotrrse, which had to be disooetinned last year on account of an operation for appendicitis. We wish her suc- cess. Arthur and Mrs. Hull ;left last week for Essex County where Mr. Hull has secured a position, Mrs. Hull is a daughter of A. R. and Mrs, McNeil, 5th line, We wieh them success in their new home. Don't forget the Entertainment in Ebenezer 011urch, Browntowu, Friday evening of this week, when "The Young Village Lawyer," will be pre. stinted. See the advt. announcing the oast and don't miss the fun, The 100 acre farm belonging to the 00non estate, 5th line has been leased to Chas. Workman, Seaforth, fora 5 year term. He gets possession at onoe, Mr, and Mrs. Workmen were former residents, the latter being a daughter of the late Mrs. Conon, SHOET ON BIRTHDAY'S. -Robert Newonteb, a well known resident of Morris township, may be shorn of many bh'tlulays, its he was born on February 29111, but he has a good time over these Celebrations judging by his. lOtit last. Friday, About 40 old Mende and neighbors of the 8th line arrang. ed a surprise party and landed at the comfortable Newcomb home and had a real jollification. Pro- gram Pr -gram consisted of mettle, .gismos,., congratulatory speeches, dancing, supper, Ate,. and everybody had a splendid time, "He's a jolly good fel- low" was sung in no double piano tone and the company left for their 119W60 thanking the host andhoeteee for the pleasure of :the birthday party acid only sorry that 4 pears will i.nterVe»e before the chance for a sitnil9,? ovent. For a good time R. Newcombe'a is the Spot, Br11Bselll 00141100 Monthly session of the local Parlia- ment assembled Monday evening, all the members being in their pieces, except Councillor Weller, who was 111, Minutes of last meeting read and passed. Following accounts were presented Gordon McDowell, salary...". $ 75 00 R. Thuell, rent and salary .-,,, 150 00 THE POST, printing 6 s0 Jno. Meadows, work on road, 2 50- Jno, Long, horse hire 1 00 A. C. Dames, stove1 00 E. C. Vance et Co Corpora- tion ,Seal .,..,......, 6 13 Municipal World, enppliee 15 72 A. H. McDonald, registering Births Marriages and Deaths 8 50 G McDowell, diehrfecting., 8 00 A.. Russell, wood electric light 80 (10 A, H. MacDonald, Returning Officer H.ydto ......... .. . . 7 00 Ed, Henderson, snow plowing 4 80 Chas. Davidson, snow plowing 14 35 Fire Ottumwa y, Methodist Church nil's 84 00 Moved by J. W. Armstrong, second- ed by J. Hewitt, that above accounts begqnlaid. CarI'ied, Oommiteiratione were read from OatahMunicipal c, t Hydt o io Electric 111111 TheAssoOntarioiationEleehe trio Aero '1he.e were discussed and ordered to be filed. Application was -made by W, H' Karr, in behalf of the' Horticultural Society for a grant, to assist in pro- viding flower beds nn streets. On motion of Rose and Hewitt $25 was granted, and the Board thanked, Reeve Backer gave an interesting report of the tined Road,e,Association Convention at Toronto, which he at- tended. Chief N. F. Gerry, of the Fire Brigade, was present and addressed the Council, stating that fire a plian- oee were in grind shape, the 14 firemen "on the job" and the work clone Satur- day night and Sunday morning at the Methodist church well Looked after, and little delay considering the gnantity of snow, having' to lug the engine to the fiver by hand. Be wished to tt'ndet' hie resignation as Chief after 17 years, and let a younger elan on the lead. Complimentary 'remarks were ]trade about Chief Gerry's activity and zeal and the hope expressedsion, that he would continue in his position. He was invited to at. tend Council meeting again and talk over improvements, arc. A discussion ensued concerning Hydro and an early visit expected from some utembere of the Commis - Board then adjourned. Maintained Good Searing ...rte -.a Forty -Ninth Annual Statement The Standard Bank of Canada WQUiD POSITION IMPIIOVte The 49th Annual Meeting of The Standard Bank of Canada was held m Toronto on Wednesday, February 27111, when the Directors presented a very satisfactory statement for the, twelve months ending the 81st of January Inst. After deducting charges of manage- ment and making full provision for bad and doubtful debts, prate for the year were shown as 8095,094. To this amount is added the balance for- ward on January. 31st, 1923, $160,567, making available for distribution a total of 8855,661, wbieh was distribut- ed ae follows :-Four quarterly divi- dends $520,000, reserved for Dominion Income Tax $55,000, War Tax ou circulation $40,000, contributed to Officers Pension Feud $25,000, leaving a balance carried forward at $215,081, some $55,000 in exeese of the amount, carried forward a year ago. The figures of the statement make it evident that the Management car- ried in the Bank's operations during the year with a view to maintaing a strong liquid position, in fact the liquid and cash assets today stand at a [higher ratio to'publie liabilities than a year ago. gash assets are $15,253, 441 or 248% of the Bank's liabilities to the public, while liquid assets have reached the large figure of $29,318,972, or 46.8% of the Bank's liabilities to the public, Gloverntnent and Provincial seetnities are shown as et $11,000,000, while leans to cities, towns, munici- palities and sc11oo1 districts are in ex• cess of $1,500,000. On account of the generally unfavorable conditions dtit'- ing the past 12 months, the requite meats of the Bank's customers Were less than in the previous year and this is reflected iii eulrent loans and tile- counts wlti'h it) the last statement stood at $42,398 810, and in the present statement at $35,053,253, or a reduc- tions of practically $7,000,000. While deposits are reduced some- what, the statement on the whole is very excellent one 10 which, as has already been etnted, tho Bank's liquid position has not only been well tented, but but improved, A [nesting of the enbseribeve of the South Bruce Telephone e a e 1 na U, was held p at Behoove and ell present voted u0- aniumusly in favor of retaining tete Eelmorecentral station. The Direc- tors of the Company will accede to their ragmen), ,a