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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton News Record, 1928-09-13, Page 1Ned 24L3- 51st Year IT. vapor S INCORPORATLD: THE CLINTON NEW E A CLif1NT0ral, ONTARIO, dJw S AYs..:: T " EER d3. I92 THE HOME PAPER SEOUD RD%ERTEBS AHE ffftKINg RTTDATiVE OFFEflINg ISa50NpBlE CjjO[ THE /%fl5 G1110 PBOflTi S ETCf9S MARK '`111,, Every Princess Diamond—regardless of size—is care - Wulff/ .;fully selected by experts, for its blue -white fire and purity. Fashionable white or green gold settings make every Princess Bing a beauttyy. Buy a Princess Diamond or Wedding Bing widh implicit confidence. Guatanteett by WY/ e, , BILIS Cc CO. Lied, Toronto `�\\11IJ� .`_ /%•..WmitDiamond Importers estop. ' 1s77: DOUBLE GUARANTEE 10. 7L Yellqtr Coats and Dresses For the Larger Figures As in former seasons, we have not forgotten the women who require garments in large and outside sizes: It would surprise you to know the number of customers who have alreadymade their- selection for fall from our department. May we have the pleasure of also showing YOU our line? W I N "WE SELL THE BETTER GRADE TO BUILD THE BETTER TRADE." CLOTHES PROBLEM SOLVED There isn't.a clothing Manufacturer in the Country whose clothes will fit everybody, for each manufacturers' goods have distinct char- acterists of 'shaping. No argument is necessary to prove that the dealer who confines his lines to a one house product is seriously handicapped. a , We have our Clothing' made by several of the best Manufactur- ing houses in the Country.' These various makers draft their models on different ideas and we are thus enabled to give each man the shaping end style that suits him—that's where our variety of shape selecetions help you in getting correctly fitting garments, Perhaps you have wondered why you have not been able to get garments to fit you proper•1y—maybe the trouble is that you have been dealing with a c One-E'aker" concern. If you've nerde bought clothes ,here ; we want you to see our Suits and Overcoats in the new patterns and colourings., Men's Suits and Overcoats, $15.00 I8.00 $25,00 to $35.00, Our Hat and Cap Stock is now complete and we are showing a wonderful range for your selection in all the latest styles and color- ings. Men's Caps $1.00, $1,50, $2.00, $2,50, $3.00. Ten's Fiats $3.00,$3.95, $5.00, $6.00`' and $7.50 HE :MQER.II5HCLOTHING CO. "A Square Deal for Every Man" THE. MARXETS Wheat, $1,10. Barley, 60c to 65e, Oats, 35c to 40m Buckwheat, 80h, Butter; 35e 'to 37m Live Hogs; $12,75, Eggs, 25e to 37e. EXETER W NIS 'GAME Exeter baseball team gave the Clinton boys a preetty'bad beating on their home diamond on Tuesday, in the finals for the Huron County championship, the score at the con- clusion of the -game being 18-3 in favor of the visitors, Consequently Clinton is up against a rather heavy handicap when going' to Exeter next week to play the return game. But the boys will do their best anyway. Good -luck to them, A LITTLE PARTING GIFT The Wesley -Willis W. A. mot at the home of Miss Walls on Thursday afternoon last, about sixty being pre- sent. During the afternoon the presi- dent, Mars: A. T. Cooper, read an ad- dress to Miss Walls, in view of her intended departure from town, and Mrs. J. Cuninghatne, on behalf of the organisation, presented her with a fountain pen. ltfiss Walls has been .a very active worker in Wesley -Willis church since coming to ,town and she will be much missed in the various organizations. DECORATION DAY Sunday was .observed as Decoration Day by the local lodges of the I. 0. 0. F. and Orangemen, and the very fine weather of Sunday brought out a large crowd. The members of the two Orders assembled at Library Park and marched in a body to the cemetery. The band did not accompany them this year, as in former years, but a large number of •citizens of twit and vicinity turned out. The Rev. A. E. Doan of Ontario street United church gave the ad- dress, his theme being, a man's res- ponsibility for his brother, and he. spoke very impressively and inter- estingly and was listened to with at- tention by the large number' present. Several hymns were heartily sung and at the conclusion of the service the Orders former separately and proceeded with the decoration service. In many cases graves were decorated by both Orders. The cemetery looked very nice, be •ing in excellent order :and neatly - kept, -and eatlykept,-and many plot -holders had gone out earlier and placed flowers, so that almost the whole cemetery was freshly decorated. DEATH OF JOSEPH COPP Joseph Copp, an esteemed` citizen of Clinton, passed away at• his home on Saturday after but a short illness. On Labor Day Mr. Copp celebrated his seventy-ninth birthday and several members of his family were home for the occasion. He seemed in good health and was looking this summer better than he had for some time. But on Friday morning lie took a bad tern end gradually grew worse until a lit- tle .after noon on Saturday, when he passed away. He was conscious up to the end and able to Converse with his family, alis daughter, „Miss Dais agraduate nurse, arrived Y, V tl from Toronto on Friday evening and nursed him tenderly until the end. Mx. Copp had had an. illness about four years ago and since then had not been in the best of health, although able to be about until his last illness. The subject of this sketch was a native of Huron County, having been born at Harpurhey, and had spent his whole life in the Country having been a citizen of Clinton for many years. He worked a farm just over the rail- ways tracks until a few years ago and was also 'a skilled house painter, in earlier years having a number of men. under hire, and was considered an ex- pert in his line. He was an athlete in his younger days, being the cham- pion ham pion high jumper in this section. He had, of course, given up these ath- letic exercises during 'later years.but• he never lost his love for a good horse, of which be had Owned 'a num- ber in his time, some of them being, prize winners at the big fairs, He was a very kindly and eompan- ionable man, quiet and unassuming, a devoted husband and father, fond of his friends ansi held in high, esteem by his neighbors. He Was a member of St. Paul's church and a.ntember of. the Masonic Order. He is survived'ley,}tis wife and a family of two sons and two daugh- ters: Dr. Clarence Copp, Mrs.' W . E. Greig and Miss Daisy Copp, R.N.; Toronto, and Dr. Foster Copp of La Jolla, Cal. His eldest daughter, Ed- na, Mrs. J. E. Doherty, died nine months ago. The funeral, which was in charge'. of the Masons, took.place on Tuesday afternoon from the' family residence,; Isaac street, to St. Paul's church, thence to ` Clinton cemetery. The Rev. L. C..Harrison conducted the service of the church at house and church and graveside, which was fol- lowed by the Masonic service, The pallbearers were brother -Masons and old friends: Oliver' Johnson., • Goder- itcb, J. A. Ford, . Dr.Shaw, ., H. T. Rance A.J .i . Holloway wa ,y and Dr. Evans. Dr. Clarence Copp, pp; -Mrs. Greig and Miss Daisy Copp Were here for the funeral. Dr. Foster. Copp had'only returned to, California, after a visit home,' about six'wbeks ago. Mr. and Mrs Adam'. Foster of Goderch were also hare 'fot the funeral.' FALL FAIR DATE Fall ` fair dates in surrounding eontres aro as :follows::'; London: Now on, Goderch: Sept. 17-18-19. Seaforth; Sept. 20-21. Bayfield: Sept; 25-26.:. Mitchell: Sept. 25-26.2,, Winghame Oct. 9-10. t. BROKE AN AR,M Little Master Douglas, son of 1VIr. and Mrs. Frank Andrews, had the misfortune to fall' -'downstairs on Sunday last, breaking his right arm near the shoulder. The little lad is bearing bis wounds like a soldier and it is hoped the broken bone will hnit and leave no trouble behind: LITTLE LOCALS Mr. Jack Mntch is learning tela graphy in the C. N. R. office at.-th station. t e Mr. W. A. Holmes, formerly of Clinton, lineman at Goderich, has been appointed local manager of the Be11 Telephone,, Listowel, and has moved with his family to that town. Beginning on Monday, Sept, 17h, the Clinton Public Library will re - SUMO winter hours. The Children's Story Hour will be observed each Saturday afternoon from two to three. GOODwKEEPNG QUALITIES Mr. Harry Fitzsimmons ought to go 'into the •cold storage business. On Tuesday, Sepf. lath, 1928, he gave The News -Record a couple of apples which were grown in 1927, which were sound and firm and eatable, al- though, of course, not ,having the fine, juicy flavor which they had when put away last year: They were of the Salome -variety and were pur- chased from Mr. 0, B. Middleton of Goderich township last fall. These few happened to be left in Mr. Fitz- simons' cellar and he came across them the other day and was surprised to find them in such good condition. There need be no doubt of the keep- ing quality of this variety of apple. A PRESENTATION A. happy little gathering was held at St. Paul's rectory yesterday even- ing when members of the 'choir, Sun- day school staff and the A, Y. P. A. met to present Miss Edna Wise, in view of her approaching marriage, with tokens of good will. During the evening the.recfor, Rev. L. C. Harrison, on behalf of the a- bove-mentioned organizations, presen- ted Miss Wise with a handsome sil- ver tea service and some pieces of flat silver, accompanying the presentation with warm words of appreciation of the paling lady's activities in con- nection with the church and of good wishes for ber future happiness. The prospective bridegroom, Mr. H. Clark, was present and on behalf of the recipient' thanked the young people for their kinds words and beautiful gifts. Afterwards all repaired to the par- ish hall, where games and miiele were enjoyed for some hours, followed by the serving of refreshments, a very pleasant evening being spent. AMONG THE CHURCHES St. Paul's Church There will be a celebration of holy Communion at half past eight 6n Sun- day morning. Morning prayer at eleven. Sunday school will meet at two -thirty. Evening prayer at seven. Presbyterian Church Service morning and evening on Sunday. Minister from Toronto will preach at both services. The Sunday . school will meet at 2.30 on Sunday. The monthly meeting of the W. M. S, will be held its the Lecture room of the church, ore Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 19th, at time o'clock. ' Baptist Church Next Sunday •services as usual. Subject ,for evening service will be "Lessons from the Swim." Rev. R. 11 iGracie, pastor in charge. . There will be special singing by Quartette of Toronto Scotch Choir: Monday evening B. Y. P. U, will meet, Juniors at seven o'clock, seniors at eight, Ontario Street United Church Unien Services with Wesley -Willis congregation, Rev. A. E. Doan in charge. Fellowship meeting at ten o'clock. Minister's morning subject: "The. Man he Might Have Been." Ev- ening:' "Life's Long Journey," ` Wes-- ley-Willis es-ley-Willis Sunday school meets after morning service. Ontario street Sun- day school et two -thirty: Week night services.' as usual. The annual Sunday school rally will be held on Sept.. 23rd.. Open session in _the auditorium at half -past two. The congregation is planning for it's Golden Jubilee Services as fol. lows: Sunday, Sept. 30 -Rev, T. Al- bert Moore of Toronto; Monday, Oct, 1—Rev.. C. J. Moorehouse• Wednes- day," Oct. ednes-day,"•Oct. 3—Rev, T. Wesley Cosens; Friday, Oct, 5 --Rev,, J. A. Agnew; Sunday, Oct, 7 -Rev. T. W, Neal, To- ronto; Monday, Oct.• 8th—Supper and concert. The W. M. 8. met in the church on Tuesday afternoon, a good attendance being present. Mrs Hiles! group had • charge of the program and the sub- ject studied was "Christian Steward- ship," M gavey Mrs. Hiles. a very inp ir- s ationai address, a responsive scrip- ture reeding was given, interspersed with appropriate hymns, and readings were given by Mrs. 'Miller, Mrs. Kern,as" Mrs. George . Levis, Mrs. R. 13. Carter and Miss Eleanor ',Plant - steel.. LITTLE LOCALS The Clinton' Kiltie Band will give a concert in Library Park 'at three o'clock on Sunday afternoon The new paving on the London road was completed on Tuesday and Contractor King, and his gang have gone to 1Vfbdland. Many from town and vicinity are taking in the Western Fair ht Lon-, don this . week. ` Tho weather so far has been very favorable. - According to the figures of the assessor Clinton has 365 children of school age. Ages from 5 to 8, 68; 8, 9;10, 11, 12,;13, 172 14 and 15, 61; 16 and 17, 64. • Mr. Harold Turner showed The News -Record a curiosity the other day the shape of a Simese-sarin plum, two: good-sized, perfectly shaped plums, firmly joined together and having but one stem. The Home and School Cinb will meet at the home of Mrs. J, C. Gan- dier on Tuesday afternoon next,. Sept. 18th, at four o'clock. The teachers of the C. C. I. and Public school will be guests.' „Parents and all interested will be .welcome. , The Wesley -Willis congregation, Which has been worshipping with the Ontario street congregation since their church • was burned in June, 'have secured the use of the town ball and will hold their services in it until their church is completed, commenc- ing en Sunday, Sept. 23rd. The School Fairs have started, Varna leading off on Mondayafter- noon„ : District Representative G R, Paterson and his staff will have a busy time from now until Oct. 5th, when Clinton's: fair will finish the list.. The Varna prize list will be found on another page of this issue. .Pec ple You Know Miss M. Judd visited Stratford friends over the week -end. Mrs, W. Ford and Miss Foster have -been visiting them brother at Hay- field. Mrs. Tucker of Windsor has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Johnson. , Mar. and Mrs. Rees Jenkins aid Miss Ida walkinshaw attended London fair yesterday. Mrs. W. E. Greig and Miss Daisy Copp, R.N., of Toronto are with their mother, 'Mas. J. Copp, this week. M. Harold Langford has gone to Stratford, having accepted a posi- tion with the' Bell Telephone Co., there. Misses Irene Layton and Hazel Popper are spending this week with their cousin, Miss Gertrude Layton of London. ' Miss Washington, who has been vis- iting relatives- at Highland Creek for the past month or so, has .re turned. Miss Gladys Flewelling has returned to her home in Fergus after a vis- it with her grandparents, Mr, and Mrs. A. Lucas. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Paisley and family of Toronto spent the week- end at the home of the former's niother in town. 1' - ber,'atid Mrs. R, Speers and Miss Kate Morrison of Fiemilg, Sask., were week -end guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Holloway. Mr. and Mrs. George Davis and sen, Kenneth, Miss • Gladys Timms and, Mr. Campbell were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. Lucas on Sun- day. M. Dodds Holloway, who bas been spending a' holiday at the home of his parents, Mt. and , Mrs. A: J. Holloway, left the beginning .of the week for Flentieg,, Sask. Bagfield :Mr. Harold Pollock of Toronto is the guest of Mrs. Yl'. A. Stott. Mrs. Jas. Ferguson went to Wings. ham last week to be with her sister, whoisill. ' Mrs. Chas. Edwards, who has spent I the summer at Miss Norah Fergaeon's left on Thursday of last week for her home in Toronto. Mrs. Wm. Pease returned to Lon- don on Sunday after having visited ' her eon, Mr. John Pease. Mrs. R, W. -Bristol of Summit, N. J., and her father, Mr. C. C. Mothers- head of Washington,_ D.C.; arrived on Friday to oeeupy Miss' M. E. Garrett's cottage during their vacation. Mr. Sydney castle of the Canadian Departmental Stores, Ltd., at Brock- ville is spending his vacation with his mother, Mrs. Martha Castle, Mrs. S. E. Briggs, who has spent the season with Miss Norah Fergu- son, returned with her daughter, Mrs. McLennan, to Toronto on Tuesday. Mrs. Chas.' Plater and..babe, ` who have spent the past month with her parents, returned to Detroit on Fri- day. She was accompanied by her sister Miss Annie McLeod, who "in tends to remain in Detroit. • Mr. and .Mrs. Frank Cameron and two children returned to Detroit on Tuesday after, having spent several days with the former's father: Messrs. H. K. Icing and Wm. Par 1terspent the week end in the villa e gr On their return: to Sarnia elms* were accompanied .by Mrs, King, Master HarN.old Atwood and Miss Gwen 'Batt, R " Misses Ruth' Jackson,' Ethel' Hogg and. Ruth -llaggii ' ,of .Clinton are bola Baying at Mrs. T. A. Greig's cottage. Dr, and Mrs, N. B. Alexander and son George of London spent the week- end at their cottage, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Mustard, Isobel Sandy and Jean, left by .motor oil Sunday. for Jensen, Florida, where they expect to spend the fall and \-inter months. Mis.'I-lodgins-and sons,Prof. Lloyd C, and Messrs. Cecil and Reginald Hodgins arrived on Saturday to oc- cupy their cottage on The Terrace for a fortnight. They have lately returned from an Dupopoan trip, Mr, and Mrs. W. H. Robinson and family of London 'occupied their .cot- tage over the week -end. Mr, and: Mrs. Jas, Hamilton, Mrs, F: V. Granger and little daughter, re- turned to their homes in London on Monday after having spent the see - son in their cottage. Mrs, E. N. Hart and Miss Dorothy Bart and, little Miss Jean Lucas who have spent the summer in their cot- tage, left. on Monday for their home in London. Rev. and Mrs. W. A. Townshend and family :and Miss Mary Elliott of Bervie spent several days this week with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Elliott. - Mass Jean Woods left on. Sunday for Galt to commence her teaching duties on tho'•Galt Public school staff. Mr, Thornton Mustard and son Don- ald of Toronto spent several days last week at their cottage. Miss Jessie Metcalf, left on Satur- day to resume her duties on the staff of the University of Detroit. Mrs. John Pearson and little sen returned home on Friday last after having visited in Toronto, Mr. and Mrs. Richmond Smith went to London on Tuesday to spend a couple of days at the Western Fair. Mr. Robt. Turner and son Bert of Yale, Mich., and daughter Mrs, Forbes and three children of Detroit, returned to their homes on Saturday after having visited Misses Mary and Ida and Jos. H. Reid. Mies „.Mabey and Mr. Hoskell of De- troit are, the guests of Miss Mary Reid. Mrs, M. McKenzie, Miss C. M'eKon- zie and Mr. Donald McKenzie attend- ed the funeral of their cousin, the late Annie McKenzie at Hyde Park on 1' ondaY. Miss E. Downing returned to her home at Beachville on' Tuesday after having` supplied for Miss N. H. Ger- rie, who returned on Tuesday to re- sume her duties as principal of the Bayfield. Public school. Mr. and Mrs. McDonald and little BobbycnVail spent several days this week with Mac, McDonald's brother, Mr. Percy Weston, in Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs. Rowse and Mr, and Mrs. Burroughs of Cleveland aro the guests oe Mr, and Mrs. Sam Cleave. Mr. Barr and Miss S. Barr of Londesboro were the guests of their sister, Mrs. Geo, King on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. 'Gray of Detroit.were the guests of Miss E. Cameron on Sunday. Miss Mildred Cameron, who visited her father for several weeks, return- ed to Detroit Last week. Mr. and Mrs. Barry, Martha and Loraine Barry returned to Detroit on Sunday after having spent August in Jowett's Grove. Mrs. H. A. Stott and Mr. J. 0. Gold- therpe spent several days last week in Detroit. - Rev. Mr. Smith of Duff's church, McKillop, conducted the services in St. Andrew's United church on Sun- day last and win have charge on Sun- day next. Mrs. Win. Ford and Miss Annie Foster of Clinton returned to their home on Tuesday after having visit- ed their brother, W. J. Foster. Mr, and Mrs, Gordon Kennedy and little daughter and Miss GauntIett res turned to their home in Toronto on Saturday after having spent the sea- son in Deer Lodge- Park. '• Mr. and Mac. W. P. Clement, Miss Betty Clement and Miss • Peggy Adams returned to Kitchener on Sun- day after having spent the sunmaar in Jewett's` Grove. Mr. Wm.. L. Metcalf left on Tues- day for Mein, N. Carolina, after having spent his, vacation with his parents, Dr. and Mrs_ Wm, F. Met, calf. Mir. Walter Westlake went to Tor- onto on Tuesday and returned with a new Durant car. Mr. and Mrs. E, Sturgeon and fam- ily.have returned to the village after having :attended the golden wedding of Mrs: Sturgeon's parents, Me. and Mfrs. S. D. Kerner at. Grand Bend. Guests registered at•the Ritz Hotel: Mr. R. L. Burke, London; Mr. R. S. Cole, North Bay; Mr, E. W. Sherwood, Woodstock; Mrs: J. N. Walson, Brant- ford; •Mass Vera Farrant,' Chatham; Mr. W. J. Anderson, London; Mr, and Mrs. W. A; Rowse, Cleveland; Mi, and Mrs, J, A. Burrows, Cleveland; Mr. and Mrs. 'W6 Parker, Milverton, Bayfield Fall Fair is to be held on Sept. 25th and 26th and .promises to be bigger and better than ever. 113iss Dorothy Stratton of Toronto was the guest.. of Miss Kathleen Orr at their summer home over the week- end. Rev. E. D. Williams, who was the guest of Mrs. J. H. ,McLeod for a couple of weeks, left on Thursday for his home in Cleveland. Mullett nsixa T o v�N Mr, Howard Trewartha was in Tor- onto for a 'fewdal last week ,and, took in the big fair. Mr. and' Mrs, D. Tyndall • ate vt„isi rng.this week watir:•:Mr. and Mac.Ise rtul"Taylor of London.. Varna Mr. J. E.-Iarnwell leaves today, Thursday, for the west. Mr. Harm - well has a farm in Alberta and will go as far as Edmonton on a little ,trip through the country, Tho annual Sehool Fair was held on Mondaylast, bringing out a good: at- tendange of the exhibitors and their parents, especially the mothers, the fathers', in a good many cases, being too busy' getting in the last of the hair - vest to attend. The exhibit of baking, fancywork, vegetables and groin were all of a high order—and attractively arranged: The list of prizes will be found in ,another calutnn; Lc ndesbore Mrs. Mary A. Brown aud "Mrs. Frank Brown and little daughter, Miss : Mary, of Cochrane have been visiting at the home of the foriner's- brother, Mr. E. J. Crawford, for a time, leaving Tuesday afternoon Iast. ' We are- pleased to have Mrs. E. Bell in the village again after being away for four months. Mr. Harvey Jackson of Winnipeg has been calling on friends here, who were delighted co see him again. Miss Sadie McCool of Ottawa is spending this week with her mother acid sister, . Mrs. James Elsley is this week vis- iting Westfield friends. d ;0 '1 Goderich Towtitshid On Monday, September 3, there passed away an old and -esteemed resi- dent of Goderich, in the person of Joseph Curry. Mr. Curry had been in poor health for the past year. Deceased was born in Goderich town- ship on May 26, 1843, and continued to farm here until about nineteen years ago, when he moved to Goder- ich. He was a member of the North street United church. Besides his widow, one son, Mr. D. J, Curry, of town and three grandchildren, Mrs, McDougall, .Miss Marion Curry and Mr, Arthur Curry, survive, The fun- eral was held on Wednesday after- noon from the residence, Picton street, to Maitland Cemetery, Rev. C. P. Clarke conducted the services and art appropriate solo was sung by Mr. E. C. Belcher, accompanied by Miss Mary Clarke. The pallbearers were Messrs. John Hudie, of Goder- leh township, Friank Lansing, of Hul- led, Arthur Cantelon, of Clinton, John Steep, Harry Steep and P. W. Currie of Goderich. The. Voters' list for Goderich town- ship has been published and was post- ed up in the office of the municipal dirk, R. G. Thompson, on Monday last. There are 1088 voters in the township, 950 in part one, those who aro entitled to vote'alt both municipal and parliententry elections, 184 in part two, those entitled to vote in municipals elections only, and 104 in part three, those entitled to vote only in parliamentry elections, There are 407 persons in the list eligible to serve as jurors, •Goderich township school fair is being held' today at Holmesvlle, Miss Macdougall of Seaforth has been visiting her cousin, Mrs. R. G. Thompson, returning home on Satur- day last, Auburn Harvest Thanksgiv;ng services will be held in St. Mark's church on Sun- day, Sept. 16th, at ten -thirty in the morning and seven -thirty in the ev- ening. The special preacher for the day will be the Rev. H. W. Snell, B.A., of St. Paul's church, Stratford. The service in Trinity church, Blyth, will be withdrawn on this occasion. Misses Lottie and Laura Jackson of Goderich' visited friends here on Sun- day last, Continuation school opened on Monday with about twenty scholars, Miss Grace Redmond as teacher. The former Lutheran church has been se- cured for the purpose. Quite a 'number, from here atten- ded London Fair this week. A. few of them are: Mr. and Mrs, G. Tay- lor, Mr. Rex. Kylie, Mr. Thomas Johnston, Mr. and Mrs, Geo. Sturdy, Mr. John Moulden. Mrs. Thomas. Manning and daugh- ter of London are visiting with re- latives here, Miss Zetta Dyer of Toronto visit- ed' with friends here last week. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Farrow and family of Mitchell spent the week- end ,at the home of Ms•. Jas. Johnston. 13rucefie'id Mrs. Jas. Moodie visited friends in Goderich last week. • Mee and Mrs: -George' Swan and family .are spending their holidays in Toronto. ' Mrs. ` Wm. Rattenbury returned home this week after spending last week with friends in Goderich._ Mit. and likes. John Robb of Brus- sels visitd at the home of Mr, and Mks. Jas. Moodie and other friends in the village last week, Constance The W. M. S. meets •Thursday; this afternoon, to quilt. Mr Rout • Clark,has been on the sick, list for a few days. Quite a number attended the fun - oral of Mr. Neel at Walton on. Sen- day • Mie Len. Stephenson now wears a broad ensile because his: wife" presen-, ted,bim with a baby boy on ;Saturday.