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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1938-10-13, Page 2PAGE TWO DRAINAGE DECISION A recent case of local interest be tween Thos. J. Adams and \WM Rutledge, who reside on No. B High- way west of Seaforth, was tnied the Ontario Drainage Court at 'God-. erich by ,J, +E. M:oNiven, K.C., Drain,. age Referee. Mr, Adams, the plain tiff, was claiming damages from Wm. Rutledge, the defendant, on account of !flooding of plaintiffs lands during the wet -1.937 season. It :appears that the defendant installed the drains in bis 50 acre farm without obtaining an °sheet or having a ‘drainage engineer employed A proper drainage scheme has tjust ,been completed a few weeks ago and is now in operation ,but the damages in this case were incurred ibefore the new drainage scheme was constructed. The court accordingly awarded the plaintiff 4,11510 damages and all posts and the referee, in giving judgment, warned fanners who intended ,putting tile on their farms to make sure first that they had a proper outlet so that they would not invabve themselves by damaging their neighbors" lands. +QConbributed.) HURON NEWS Engagement Announced— Mr, and Mrs, Baden Powell of Seafnrth annotince the engagement of their eldest daughter, Helen Ruth, to Kenneth Charles, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs, Charles Elliott. of Clin- ton. The marriage 'will take place in Nnrember.—Clinton News -Record. Funeral of Mrs. R. W, Turner— There passed away at the home of her slaughter, Mrs. +G. Freckleton, Port Elgin, on September 26th, Mrs. Elizabeth Hannah Turner, belayed wife of Robert W. Turner, in her eighty-sixth year. Her 'kindly disposi- tion endeared her to all who knew her and she will be much missed, especially by her aged partner, It was only a month since the family re- union was held in Port Elgin. this being the first break in the family. Mrs, Turner leaves her sorrowing husband, in his eighty-eighth year, also four sons and two daughters: William of Windsor; John P., of Stanley township; Robert E. and Fred W. of Godericlt; Mrs, Geo, Campbell of Stanley township, and Mrs. G. Freckleton, esi Port Elgin, front whose home the funeral took place on Wednesday. September 28th, to Sanctuary Park, Port Elgin. Also surviving are eleven grandchildren; one . sister, Mrs, Martha Newcombe of town in her eighty-first year; one ,brother. John Madge, of Ebourne, Devonshire, England. and a sister-in- law, Mrs. Mary Madge, of Stanley township, in her ninety-sixth year. The funeral was largely attended by relatives and friends from Windsor. Hamilton, London, Lucan, Exeter, Bayfield, Kincardine and Goderich. The pallbearers were Aix grandsons, Lloyd Freckleton of Hamilton, Ray Freckleton of London, Robert Turner of Stanley township, Grant and Har- old and Roy Turner ..1 'Gorlerich,— Goderich Signal -Star. Late George Smalldon— There passed away at the home ,o his daughter Mrs. Charles Fischer, in Kitchener, George Sntailrlon, in his 83th year. He was well known in this locality. having lived in Cran- brook for many year.: and was re- spc.ted by all who knew him. His wife passed away seven years ago. He leaves to mourn their loss, five s ro,, William and Thomas,, in St. Thomas: Roy in Lind ,n. George, ICrattbrook, Edward, To'esi ,, and rive daughters, Mrs. 31. Sheri) and Mrs. Joe Sharp in Toledo, Mrs. John Fischer. Cranhrook, and \irs. E. PItmt, Brussels. and 31 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Pall bear- er; were Cecil Clark, Raymond and Williamt Smalldon, Vernon and Wil- liam Fischer. The funeral took place from the home of his daughter, Mr, E. Plum. Interment was made in the family plot in Brussels cemetery. Escapes Serious Injury— The presence •of mind of Mr. Andy Easton in throwing himself across the seat of the cab when the large oil truck lie was driving took to the ditch probably saved his 'life as the top of the cab was 'completely demol- ished. The accident - took .place Mon- day afternoon on the St. Marys road, a mile and a quarter south of Exeter, OCTOBER S. M. T. W. T. 'F S. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910111213141.5 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Dentists recommend. Wrigley's Gum.as an aid to strong, healthy teeth, cleanses them of food par- ticles, massages the gums. Aidsdi- gestion, relieves stuffyfeeiing after meals. Helps keep you healthy! Take some home for the children too—they will love it! CS -3i ILAILLAAAAAAA \Ir. Easton, who drives a Truck for Mr. H. T. Rowe, had been deliver- ing gasoline east of Exeter and +tad just completed his trip when .some- thing wentwrong with the engine. He phoned the office and Mr. Bruce Tuckey v'ith a second truck went to his assistance. Mr. Tuckey had the disabled truck in tow and when near- ing the highway be began to slow up. The chain used for towing slackened and the left front wheel of tMa. Easton's truck ran over it and when the elude again tightened it pulled the truck off the road into a 3 feat ditch, The large 51010 -gallon truck first landed 00 one side and back again on the other. The cab was a complete wreck, the glass flying in all directions. The radiator was pushed back against the engine and the fenders and sides were badly crumpled, Mr, Easton was dist about the .area and was bruised about the chest and body but he was able to be around the following day. His first thought after taking to the ditch was the clanger from fire or explos- ion but fortunately neither hap- pened. --Exeter Times- Advocate, Purchased Farm— Mr. A, J. Pardon has purchased the farm Lot ply Con. 113, East Wawa - nosh, from Mr. Jas. A. Sutherland. Mr. and Mrs. Sutherland will move to '\\Inghanm shortly Highways to be Gravelled— The Department of Highways has called for tenders for 10,000 yards of gravelling to be done around Wing - ham and for 110,000 yards of gravel- ling from Bluevale to Harriston, Going On Cruise— Mrs. A. J. Walker is leaving on Friday on a cruise from New York to Venezuela, South America. -Sev- eral Seweral calls will be made at the West Indies en route. Bliss Agnes Walker, Toronto, and Mr. and Mrs. Garnet P,aker, of Galt, will be in the party taking this trip.—\Vinghant Advance - Noble Forbes Killed at Brussels— Noble Norman Forbes, 60, Brus- eel, wag almost instantly killed last Thursday afternoon when thrown from a wagon. Mr. Forbes was work- ing in the Brussels cemetery, draw- ing clay, when the teats of horses he was driving suddenly bolted and ran away. Percy Mitchell, caretaker of the cemetery, saw the horses run away and went to investigate. He found Mr. Forbes lying on the ground, but the man was dead before medical aid arrived. He suffered a fracture of the skull. The body was removed to Ethel. No inquest will be held. as the death was 1,Hind purely sccisleittal. Case Withdrawn— The case of McEwen hratners, laytield threshers. was withdrawn last week in police court at Guder- ich. They were charged with injuring county highways by the use of steam threshing tractor with flanged wheels; also with failing to have a permit for the machine. This was the lirst of- fence of this kind in Huron County, and there was a large number os County councillors present, and other threshermen who have similar outfits, WINTHROP Mr. Ralph Davidson opened his new blacksmith shop shy giving a dance last Friday night. All report a good time. Mrs. Henry Barker and daughter Marie of Dorchester, and Mr. and Mrs. Peter McCowan and Bobby, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. George .Eaton. Mr. Jahn Montgomery has improv- ed the appearance of his residence by giving it a coat of paint. Mr. Bill Montgomery and Mr. Perham are spending a few days in Detroit. Mr..and Mrs. George Eaton cele- brated their thirty-second wedding anniYersary on Monday, Oct. 10th, Irate Landowner—P'Danq you see notice: No fishing here'?" Angler-.g"There must ,be a mistake somewhere, for I'm catching plenty. THE SEAFORTH NEWS Shorthorn Field Day Monday, October 17 Monday, October 1,71th, has been set aside by the Perth-4{uron Short- horn Club to visit ,a number of the herds of .outstanding breeders in Perth Couiety. The follawiug is a schedule of the day's tour: 9M. a.m. Fergus Lanntn, Dublin, R. R. 0, con. 3, lot 7, Hibbert. 9.415 .a.m, Wmt. Urquhart, Mitchell, con. 2, lot 30; Fullarton. 110.3.0. a.m. Ben Thiel, Mitchell, R. R. 3, doth, I, lot 113, Logan. 110:30 a m. Jas, McG llawee, Strat- ford, con 5, lot 12111, N. E'asthoipe. 412.00 Lunch at Department of Ag- riculture Office, 1105 Ontario Street, upstairs over Greenberg's store, Bring your own lunch: Coffee will be ,served. d.00 .p.m. Geo. Waldie's, Stratford, con. 6, lot 2, Downie. 2.100 p.nt. Jas. H. Robinson, St, Marys, R. R. n, lot .114, S. Boundary. 245 put. Wes, Somers, St Marys. 3,115 p.ni. Lincoln White, St. Marys; con. 15, lot 115, B:lanshaid. 400 p,nt, Frank McKenzie, St. Marys. 4.30. pot Arthur Bragg, St. Marys. '5.00 p.m. 'Jps. Aubusson, St• Marys, con, 3, Blanshard. The herds listed will be on dis- play at or near the barns at the time stated. Herd sires will be paraded and ,progeny exhibited. Classes of animals will he judged ata number of places and placings and criticisms made. This programme should provide a most interesting and educational day for all cattle breeders. The directors extend an invitation to all who wish to attend, whether Shorthorn breed- ers or not, Fill up your car; bring your lunch and enjoy a day with your neighbor breeders. Robert Peck, Pres; 'Lincoln White, Vice Pres,; Jas. C. Shearer, Sec.- Treae.: Ralph E. White, Asst. Sec.- Treas. BLYTH A very pleasant event took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wightman on Tuesday, Sept. 27th, when the Blyth ginls' soft ball team aild other friends to the number of about 40 gathered to honour Miss Ev- elyn \\'igbtman in view of her ap- proaching marriage, Miss Evelyn has been a very popular member of the soft hall 'team and in view of this the girls pooled their resources and a presentatioh of ivory and .green..gran- ite vane suitable for kitchen use was the result. Two doll bu'ggys laden with gifts and decorated with pink and blue tissue paper were brought to the room pushed by Lois and Mar- jorie Doherty, one containing the gra- niteware, the other miscellaneous ar- ticles. the .gifts of her numerous friends, One contained the following little note of sentiment which Miss \Vightutan read: \\'e each put in a donation, To sec what that would do, 'When "La and Behold" It brought These kitchen utensils for you. We would like to be here on the thir- tieth, To see you and Ben all a -gleam; However, accept best wishes Front the Blyth Softball Teats. Following the seeding of this little poem Miss Helen Shaw read the fol- lowing address finishing with a final' verse: "Dear 'Evelyn -4s September draws to a close we are reminded that you are soon to join the ranks of the benedictines, ;-,o tonight we have met to express to you and Benson our sin- cere Wishes for your future happiness. We are glad that you will still live amongst us and enjoy our social ac- tinities..\s a token of our good wish- es we ask you to accept these gifts and hope that they will he nseful to you in the happy days ahead. 2Blyth ball team and your many other friends, of course, you have friends in Blyth beside the hall players who have brought their gifts this evening with best o' luck to you. Both Miss \Vightman and her mother replied suitably, thanking those• present For their thoughtfulness in the presents- tion of so many beautiful gifts. Sugar Beet Crop .Present indications are that the sugar beet crop will yield well above average this year, and have a high sugar content. Preliminary tests showed all average sugar content of nearly 15% on September 1st, ,which is higher than at this date for several years. Root development was particu- larly good during August and esti- mates now place production in excess of '110 bons ;per acre. 'With the high temperatures and humidity which pre- vailed during the first week of Aug- ust ill Southwestern Ontario, Leaf Spot began to appear on .early plant- ed fields. Fortunately, for the beet crap, the weather 'became ,cooler and less humid, so.that Leaf Blight did. not pro.,gressrapidly. Isi general the crap has been Free from ,disease and the beets show healthy green tops, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1938 TELEPI-IONE TALKS IN THE WATSO'N FAMILY P G DISTANCE That Catch .alt is The youngtsters are not m1 'r]l are playing laying telephone — they P for Long pistance is a Long Distance; the Watson family an habit that auliety habit with inexpensive and helps 1P the falni$y together. extend your horizon t the telepho beyond your mmediate ne1ghbour- o1, in touch with Let it lceep y e hood. friends f t► faraway relatives and cost is surprisingly small. "We're so glad you're better, Mother!" m feeling be Reductions in telephone rates — local and long distance — in 1935, '36 arid '37 have effected savings to telephone users in Ontario and Quebec of nearly' one million dollars yearly. M. J. HABKIRK, Manager AN ACCIDENTAL CATCH I am a "dub" fisherman, writes a fisherman. None of my catches has ever excited the envy of a rival, while my lack of skill has aroused the com- miseration of many. Nevertheless something happened to me last sum- mer which, I fancy, has occurred to few disciples of Walton. I haven't a doubt that its surprising feature was due simply to the fact that I ant a dub. While visiting a friend who has a cottage on the east shore of Blind Bay, a small arm of Lake Ontario, I went out one afternoon alone to catch a mess of perch for supper, These lit- tle fish had been biting freely on a .submerged bar near the middle of the land -locked bay, but for some un- known reason I could not get a nib- ble there that afternoon. Finally I rode across to the west bank and anchored close to a .spit of land that projects into the bay +beside the mouth of a tiny creek. Cat -tail flags fringe the shore, and .I judged that perch might be lurking there in their shadow. This surmise proved correct, and in five minutes I had caught a half dozen small fish weigh- ing from eight to twelve ounces apiece. As I hooked my seventh and drew it to the surface, there was a swirl from the deeper water, and what to my excited imagination looked dike a shark shot forward and snapped up my catch, literally on the fly. Everything disappeared in a flash, down to the sinker. I gave a mighty heave on the stout line. and a fish ful- ly a yard long curved upward over the. boat, disgorged the perch in midair and continued its )Hight until it struck the ground in the middle of the nar- row spit) where it instantly flopped out of sight. Regardless sef a wetting I plunged into the shallow water up to my waist and scrambled ashore, but when I reached the place where the monster of the deep had last been seen mat a trace of iit was visible. Beyond a doubt, I .concluded, a second flop had carried it into the little creek ;beyond are spit, and then it had ,darted back to else bay. Disgusted but only moderately un- comfortable, for the day was very. warm, I returned to the boat and re- sumed +fishing, but with indifferent success. The commotion had frighten- ed the school of perch away. 1 had shipped the oars to row 'back to the cottage when thirst drove me ashore. At the base of the spit as a pebble -lined spring of pure, cold wa- ter that has been the resort of fisher- men for three generations, for the wa- ter of the bay is hardly fit to drink. "Che spring is even supplied with a tin cup, suspended from a wire just above it. I was bending dawn to dip up a cupful of water when the spring was agitated by a tremendous commotion and spray was dashed its my face. Thrusting in my hands. I snatched out my late acquaintance and bore 7titat, vainly struggling, back to the 5)1,511, my thirst forgotten. The fish proved to be what is vari- ously known in onr locality- as lake pickerel, great northern' pike or mus- kellunge and, according to sty- friend's scales, weighed just two ounces short of a dozen pounds. THE DESERT SHIP Out on the ism -scotched deserts of Africa and Arabia, man's best ,friends are his canteen and his caramel. The camel is among the largest of ruminants. His colo- is generally light ,brown or nearly black. In sta- ture, he is no. pygmy, standing about eight 'feet high at the shoulders while his long limbs give him speed even though he isn't streamlined. He oan travel over a distance of fifty miles in a day, with his load, at the rate of ten miles an hour, and keep it up in- cessantly ,for a period of ,four days. Mr, •Camel is -famous for these non- stop journeys due to his ability in traversing then without refueling. 'In a ilarrd almost devoid of water and ve- getation, he carries his food and wa- ter with hint. The inside walls of his paunch contain little reservoirs like miniature canteens. When ire grows thirsty, these receptacles open auto- matically and give bine drink. Then, automatically,, they close back up again. The hump on his ,back supplies food in the form of reserved fat. This accumulates during the time previous bo his starting on a long journey, An experienced cannel driver sees to it that his change is given sufficient foot) to insure a well-filled hump. Mr. Camel has a personality all his own which isn't very pleasing, as he habitually wears that expression of ,being 'bored at the world. Neither would be capture any prizes at a beauty contest; his only !beauty 'being his bong eyelashes. But these eyelash -1P es are indispensable, in asneu.ch as they protect his eyes against dust and sand glare, Dust storms cause him no worry. He ntereiy closes his nostrils, pulls his tipper Bp down over his low- er one and lets to Sand fly. Luckily, his feet are well padded which ena- bles 'hien to walk .over the desert sand without ;inking clown. When these pads 'become worn, they can 'be half- soled by sewing a piece of learner on either hoof. Camels would suffer no injury on. the gridiron field, either, (if they played football), as they are fur- ther pr.ttected by additional pads on knees and breast just like real foot- rdl: •,layers in their .suits. However, 'hacame peeved at a fellow ,:•n t`ry would probably vent :heir ,arath by suddenly ,biting or spit- ting in his face. And their aim is true for they scare a 'hull's eye most every tints. t'antcla are used by desert -tribes as riding m.:,nnts and ,beasts of burden, often carrying loads of five hundred to six hundred pounds on thejr backs. During the loading process the ani- mal kneels, but if his master over- loads lush, Ise refuses to rise. Arabs milk the female camel's and churn the milk into a sort of butter by j'uatling in in leather or skin bags. Camel hair makes excellent 'paint !brushes and it can also be woven into cloth. These doleful appearing animals .can live for several months in a wat- erless valley, iif former rains have left a growth of green Ib'ushes, and emerge sleek and fat. To them, a few leaves and thorn .bushes provide a ibountifiul repast. A white cannel sli:btild consid- er himself inisportant as •wesite ones are rare and very highly prized. '"And what did you give baby ,for his first'birthday?", "We.4l, we opened 'hie money -box my dear, and bought him a 'lovely electric .iron." Overheard while the boat was pass - fug through a storm: Steward—+"Ye ain't s9k, are ye?" Passenger --/"Not exactly,' 'but I'd hate to yawn."