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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1924-04-24, Page 1WHOLE SERIES, VOLUME 44. 0,1911010106/ es - Dinners and Suppers eiWarily got Lunches at all hours 'OUR HOME MADE SPECIALTIES Prices Reasonable The O1ymja lym," Confectionery and Restaurant HUTCHISON'S for GROCERIES SOAP DEAL BARGAIN -- NO. L -One each Sunlight, Lifebuoy, Rinso and Lux 25c •Regluars 36; all for NO. 2.--11 P.&G. White Naphtha Soap lc ' 1 Guest Ivory Soap , 5c. 2 Packages Ivory Soap Flakes 25e - 31,c 20c cis ALL FOR SAURZZRAUT, Libby's, special 25; fr.. i SEEDLESS NAVAL ORANGES, per don BLOOD ORANGES, per doz. TANGERINES, per ox,,;.... ......,•...,. 25c 35c .,,.20c NO. 2 and BROKEN SODAS, : 3 LBS. FOR 2=4. TEA. -Black or Mixed, Hutchison's, ,,.,.....2 LBS. 1 v30 Black, 'or mixed, Hutclnison's, per 1b.70c, Black or Mixed,,,tinest broken Orange Pekoe 85c Any of these you will find a good buy. McLAREN'S BAKING POWDER is a winner. Each can contains a coupon. P.ive or ten coupons get a beautiful china cup and saucer. VEGETABLE and FLOWER SEEDS weehave. If we haven't what you want we will send for it; DUTCH SETS are scarce. Se- cure yours 'early. POWDERED AMMONIA 10c or 3 for 25c We have :a particularly good brand in Klenzine. WANTED. -First Class Dairy Butter and CLEAN Fresh Eggs. Market value of DIRTY eggs is the same as CRACKED eggs Fe DeHutchison PHONE 166 asb8 Lat For a short time we wWe' give free a Boys' Hardwoofel3ase Ball Bat with every p d of Boys', Youth's an tittle Gents' ? r Shoes. Good values in Boys' Youths' and Little Gents' Shos from $1.S5eto $4,00 If you have, sore, tired feet, get John 'McPherson &,Co.'s Special Steel Arch constructedg shoe at Cushion Shoe Oxfords and Strap Slippers at Fred. m SE(1•`ORTH-H, ONTARIO, 3 Ie r 3IJRsaAY, APRIL VI, 1921 WILL GIVE OPERETTA, The Catholic Women's „League of St, James' church will present - the Japanese operetta, "Princess' Chrys- anthemum,' in Cardno's hall on Tuesday and ;Wednesday evenings, April 29th and 30th. There evill-be seventy local stars in catchy songs atil'beautifnl dances, under' the per- sonal direction of Miss E. M. Drake. ANDERSON -BELL. A quiet wedding took place at the. home of Mr, and Mrs. Robert Bell on Tuesday, April 22nd, 1924, at high noon, when their only daughter, Anna Matilda, 'became the bride of Roy Campbell Anderson, only son of Mrs. Anderson and the late T. S. Anderson, of Hamilton. The cere- mony, which took plate hn,tate living rootn amid aebower- of Easter lilies and roses, was conducted by the Rev. le H. Larkin, D.D. The. bride, who was given in marriage by her father,'i wore a charming gown of brocaded silver tissue; the drapery of which fell in cascades from the left shoul- der, -ionising a short train, was lined with orchid and finished with orange blossonis. A coronet of pearls and rhinestones held her tulle veil and she carrieda shower hower. bouquet of lilies of the valley and orchids. The Matron of honor, Mrs. Tart Bell wore a gown of flame georgette and silver lace with pearl and rhinestone bandeau and carried a bouquet of lilies of the valley and violets. Mr. Elmer Chagnon, of Hamilton, at- tended' the groom. Mrs, Hylton Long played the wedding music and cluring the signing of the register sang, "Until," After the ceremony, Mr, and Mrs. 'Bell and lairs, Ander- CHURCH CARD. Seaforth Methodist Church. -Sab- bath services, U-a.m., and 7 p.m, Sun- day school, 2.30 p.m. Pastor, Rev. R. Fulton Irwin FATHER HER DEAD. Gottleib Merrier, father of Mr. J. J. Merrier, of town,. and soli 'of the late Jacob and'Susanne Merrier, died at Zurich, Onte April 21st, 1924, aged 93 years, 9 months and 9 days. He was born in Berne, Switzerland, July 12th, 1830;'immigrated `t/1th his parents to New' Hamburg, Ont., at the age 'of seven years, where he made his home until the year 1856, moving to Huron county. He found- ed the village of Berne in. 1856, now called 'Blake. 'Here he carried ou a mercantile business, also a tannery, besides 'other lines of trade. In 1867, he moved to his farm on the Bronson line, Hay township, now owned by Mr. T. McAdams, where be carried on extensive farm frig until 1899 when he retired to the village of.Zurich, where he resided until his death. In the year 1855 he married Mary Ann Bleam, daughter of Christian and Many Campbell Bleam, To this nnion ten children were born via., W. H and J. W., of Winnipeg; S. A., of -Hensall; J. J., of Seaforth; J.1)., of. Detroit; G A., of Dashwood; E. F., of Bayfield; also Mrs. C. Eilberl (Sarah) o'f''Crediton, and Mil. W, C. r all of h zu c becc of t f (Rebecca.) C,1 1s ) 1 ( whom with his aged partner (who has passed' the 871' milestone) sur- vive, One daughter died in infancy. 'Besides his family; he had three adopted children, Mrs. Will Otto, who died many years ago; Mrs. Fred. Writwer, of Exeter, and Mrs. John Weber, of Michigan.. Forty-seven grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren survive, •He was of a family of seven bro- thers and three sisters, who have all son, get the bride and groom, re- predeceased him. The late Senator ceived the guests, Mrs, Bell in fallow Merner, of New; +Hamburg, -was a ' I brother The funeral will take "place crepe romaine and Mrs. Anderson nt crepe satin embroidered in jet with black hat. A buffet luncheon was served and later Mr. and Mrs. An- derson left by motor for New York and Atlantic 'City, the 'bride travel- ling itt a French suit of navy charm- ecn with 'hat to match, On their re- turn they will reside at 427 Maple avenue, Hamilton. Out of town guests were Mrs. T. 5, Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. 'Grey H. Long, Miss Margaret Long, Mr. Elmer Chag- eon, Messrs, Harlan,' Norman and Allan Long of Hamilton, Mr. J, Bell and Mrs. Bell, Mrs, A. P. Ket- chen, of Exeter, Mrs. S. Hicks, lef Winnipeg and W. C. Sproat of Lon- don. - HARRIGAN-WALLACE. A very pretty wedding took place at twelve o'clock, noon, on Saturday, April 19th, 1924, at the -home of Mr. and Mrs, James Wallace, of nondville, when their daughter, Olga Jean,, became the bride of Mr. Charles A. Harrigan, son of the late M. D. and Mrs. Harrigan, of Glen- coe, Ont. The ceremony was per- formed by Rev. R. Fulton Irwin in the presence of about thirty guests. The bride, who was given away by her father, looked charming in white georgette over white satin with white fur trimming, and ' carried a bouquet of Ophelia rases. The veil was caught with orange blossoms. Little -Grace Wallace, of Tucker - smith, cousin of the bride, was flow- er girl. She was dressed in white or- gandie and carried- a bouquet of sweet peas, The wedding march was played by Dr. Ross Savauge. The young couple left amid the good wishes of a host of friends, on the afternoon train, the bride travelling in a -navy suit of poiret twill with hat to match and squirrel choker. They will reside in Wallaceburg. No Rest With Asthma, Asthma usually attacks at night, the one time when rest is needed most. Hence the loss ofe strength, the ner- debilit ` loss of flesh and other ter ''s which must be expected vous ttless relief is secured. Fortunately, • Pastor at both services, Eyvenfng firelief is possible. Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy has proved its subject; "From Ancient_Manuscripts merits through years of 'service. A to Last Revision of *14 Bible" trial will surely convince you. .. 5 non't Forget the ;F Sacre l�azz r Cantata GIVEN BY The BLYTH eliORP L SeeFETY -ON- i Apith��rts . AT 8 O'CLOCK, IN rdt o's H. 11 to UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE BARBARA KIRMAN AUXILIARY TICKETS 50c and 35c Thi'rsday, April 24th, at 2 o'clock, p.m. to the Bronson line cemetery, on the corner of his old bpmestead. REUNION NOTES. All photos of, old timers, former residents pioneers of this district, old buildings, etc must be handed itt riot later than Saturday, April 26. There are scores of these photos in old albums, etc. 'Eland them in and help make a success of this particu- lar part of the reunion. All pbotos will be returned safely, The com- mittee have decided to hold the cer- emonies to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the town 00 Sunday afternoon, August .3rd. An elaborate programme is being prepared by the committee of ex -Mayors. On Wed- nesday evening the special commit- tee meet .the ofndials of the Turf club, when arrangements will be made for the grounds and •race track, grand stand accommodation, etc. AnSong the replies received were letters from' Mr. Isaac Langstroth, Forest, wbo says he will be back on deck early and will bring Mr. Middle- ton, formerly G.T.R. agent eat Sea - forth. Mrs, Margaret Sloan Young, Vic- toria, B.C., writes:' "What a joy to receive your invi- tation to the Old Boys Reunion. I'll he there D.V. the best "The little' town, I love Holds memories no gold can buy; Brave visions of the long ago And loyalty that cannot die, And quiet graves of those who rest, 0 little town, I love the ,best-" Good time, good luck -Margaret Sloan Young." G.W.V.A.' NOTES. The Easter dance held in the club rooms on Monday evening last was a decided success in every way. A very large number roar guests were present and considering the weather- the executive are extremely pleased with the patronage, Local Crescent Five orchestra surprised and delight- ed � ' ed the guests with their n well e er- d ed selections. The acquisition of Miss Edith Hunt as pianist, has completed as good an orchestra as can be found anv whet e. ex e nut, ,'. a: ta,ti,yee- corated for the occasion by Mr. Grant Fraser while the luncheon as provided by the ladies of the Auxil- iary left nothing to be desired_ On Tuesday evening, May 6th, the ladies of the auxiliary will hold a eu- chre for ladies and gentlemen at an admission of 25c per person. No tench will be served but after the cards, local orchestra will provide. music for an hours' dancing. These affairs ere justly popular and provide a very entertaining evening for ev- eryone. The ladies expect a good at- tendance on the evening of May 6. ,JOSEPH SPROAT. An old resident of Egmondville Mr, r, home of 14 Pasted away at the hon James Anderson in the township of Morris, on Tuesday, April 150, aged eighty-three years. Deceased as a young man was a timber scaler and spent much of his time in New On- tario engaged in that work, His only daughter died last year in Dakotah. About three years ago he went to live in Morris. The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon to Egmond- viile cemetery. - METHODIST CONCERT. In spite of a sudden down pour of rain on Good Friday evening there. was a large attendance at the annual Easter entertainment of the M•eeho- dist Sunday school, Supper was served to the school children at six o'clock and the very excellent pro- gramme commenced at eight o'clock when the children marched into the church, singing to the accompani- ment of the Sunday school orchestra, which gave several well -rendered sel- ections during the evening. There were a number of recitations by members of the primary class; a solo by Mary Barber; vocal duet by Margaret and George Crich; piano duet, Eleanor 'Burrows and Anna Hanna; recitation, Doreen Hudson; dialogue, "Raising Missionary Mon- ey;' Miss Coopet's class; mixed quartette, b£isses Daley and John- stone and Messrs. ,Savauge and El- liott. Three scenes front "Torn Sawyer," by the boys of Miss Brown's class; trio, Margaret Rolph, jean Webster and Ruby Storey; a Chinese lantern drill, by Mrs. Por- teous' class; male quartette, Messrs. Fred Crich, Oliver Elliott, Frank Cudmore and F. S. Savauge; a drama, :Hiss efeir'ide's and Miss Huisser's classes; song, "Dixie Land," Miss Gladys Holland's and Mr. Keith Webster's classes; solo, Dorothy Robinson; musical mono- logue, Miss Mabel Huisser; dialogue, Miss Beatrice Seip's class; duet, Misses Johnstone and Daley; tab- leau, with solo by Miss Evelyn Cud- more, Mrs. Chapman's class; solo, Frank' Knight; solos and duet, Frank Cudmore and Oliver Elliott; pag- eant, "Famous Women,' by Mrs, Ir - win's class. All took their parts well and showed that much troubic and thought had been exercised in the careful training of the participants of the various numbers on -the pro- gramme; The superintendent, Mr. F. S. Savauge, presided, and during lilye evby Miss Eileen presented with ont hbe- half by f of the Sunday school. The mem- bers of the orchestra were Mrs, C. A. Barber, Miss Beatrice Seip, Mrs. Golding, Mrs. Williams, Messrs. 'F. Rands. Percy Hoag, Bert Williams, Wm. Bright,.Garnet Sillery and 3.Ir. Johnston. The 'proceeds amounted to $85. EPWORTH LEAGUE. Chair occupied by Rev, R. Fulton Irwin, who conducted the election of officers for the coming'year. new officers are President, Ross Sa- vauge; lst vice. (Christian Endeavor) Miss Beatrice Seip; 2nd vice (Mis- sionary) Miss Gladys Holland; 3rd vice (Social and Literary) Miss I. Johnson; 40 vice (Citizenship) Earl Webster; secretary, Miss Gertie Webster; treasurer, Mr. Oliver El- liott; pianist, Miss Dorothy Robin- son; assistant 'pianist, Miss Evelyn Herb -urn, Y ISSUE NO. 17. CL GIATE NOTES. OL E On Wednesday evening, April 16, the literary society held its last meeting of the term in Cardno's hall The accommodation there being more than sufficient for the pupils of the school, the meeting was thrown open to the parents and friends of pupils, The programme was given by the pupils and consisted of several uni- que t r . features, viz„ a very pretty and n e gracefully executed 'Chinese dance, presented by eight of the girls; a faire radio concert staged by some of &he boys; a boys' chorus which sang a song with a multitude of verses, each being a quip on one, or more pupils, which created many a latfgh and was so much appreciated that an encore was given; a play entitled, "My Lord in Livery" was given by Misses. M. Bickell, Janet Cltiff, G. Livingstone and Messrs. le. Jackson, C. Merner, G. Hutchison and J. Lane. This: play was put across in great style The actors by the�rugood ind work earned volumes of app ll agreed that we have the makings of famous actors in our Collegiate. Be- tween these numbers th'c whole school joined in community singing from the song sheets given .out. The paper, was read ;by Ross McGregor and as usual was much appreciated by the 'pupils, After the programme the •pupils engaged in dancing and progressive euchre which was en- joyed till 11.30..m. when all departed for their holies. It' Mkt 9 trt Sale In order to reduce our stock of smaller goods before moving to our new store, we are offering a large number of articles, values up to $5,00 for $1,00 On Thurs., Frit and Saturday. of this week Among others, we are offering a large assort- ment ent of EARRINGS up to $4.00 CIfFF. LINKS up. to $3,00. BROOCHES up to $3.00 A -few 1847 ROGERS' TEASPOONS, reg- ularly $7.50 per dozen, at 3 FOR $1.00 Also odd pieces of cut glass, china, ivory and silverware and silver Eveisharp pencils, THE BIGGEST $1.00 SALE EVER Savauge FrecLS. Jeweler and Optician - PRONE 194 RESIDENCEIO F TUCKERSMITH. Mrs. David Gemmell -It came as a great shock to the community on Sunday when it was learned that Mrs. David Gemmell had passed emai- den away after a short illness. name was Jennie 'Mae, daughter of the late James Currie, and was born in Clinton 32 years ago. In 1911 she became the bride of her neve bereaved husband and leaves to ,nourn the loss of a raving mother five children, Glen, Jean, Gavin, Dor- othy and Angus. She is also surviv- ed by her mother, of Bayfield, and were three sisters. Two brothers killed in the Great War. Floraltri- butes were received from Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Hulley, Hamilton; Mrs. Currie and Mrs, Thos. Castle, Bey - field; Mr, John Gemmell and Miss El- len, Gemmell, of Egmondville, and the Seaforth Highlanders Band, of which Mr. Gemmell is a member, The funeral was held on. Tuesday af- ternoon, interment being made in the Maitlandbaulc cemeetry. The ser- vices were taken by Rev. W. D. Mc- Donald and the pallbearers were Messrs. John and Arthur Nicholson, John, William' and Janie, Gemmel!, and Robert 'Broadfoot, EGMONDVILLE. - School Report, -The report of Eg- mondville school for the month of April together with the term work, 's as follows : Sr, IV. -Win nifred Kruse, Alex, Finnigan, efargaret Ferguson, Frank. hensan 234, Margaret Cudmore 212,: Kling, Jeannette Finnigan absent P Jr, III. -Willie McDonald, Ray- Mary Archibald 212,Edih 'Bate an Cardno 320,' Evelyn Grieve 319, Bes- . sie Cluff 315, *Tom,'Clulf 314, Mar- garet Cardno 301, Rhea Rutledge 292, Alvin Sharpe 280, *Margaret Crich 271, *Irene Wankel 267, *Mabel Bateman 261, *.Harry Macleod 252, Clarence Hoggarth 251, 'Biurna Ste- mond Nott and Mar Kling equal, 209, Ona Nicholls 200, *Anna Y Ed- monds 200, Jack Cudtnor 194, *And- rew Calder 186, Russell lien 1694 Those marked (*) missed examine - tions, -M, 'afar.. MACKAY. ROOM III, Total 550, honors 410, pass 330. Margaret Drover 492, Muriel Beattie 490, Mary Reid 476, Gordon Rennie 459, Viola Bristow 451, Helen Amyent 439, Margaret McKellar 438, Jack Jarrott 436, Mary Haigh 429, Norma Habkirk 425, Jean 'Frost 417, Fred Huiser 412, Herbert Peterson 395, Mary Thompson 384, John Cardno 378, Bernice Dorrance 377, Elva Oke 368, Marg. Ross 365, M. McLennan 346, Elizabeth Rolph 345, A. Knight 344, Pearl Reeves 343, George' Crich 342, Madelaine Hotham 5334, Dorothy Wiltse 324, Charlie Pinder 309, Har- old Henderson 308, Blanche Crowell 298, Charlie Reeves 259, George Hays 238. Missed part of the examination, Madelaine Hotham, Blanche Crowell, Charlie Pinder, Charlie Reeves. -- 11, 11. 1TARTRY. ROOM IV. Total 350, honors 414. pass 330. Eleanor Evans 517, Mary Barber 504, Helen Rankin 484, Bessie Edgar 467, Eileen Chapman 458, Evelyn Golding 456, Ruth. Cbittenden 444, Peggy Al- exander 437, Helen Writer 429, Cecil, Adams 427. 'Kathleen Stewart 424, Ian McLean 414, Pearl Little 400, Chester Archibald 395, Edna Storey 389, Iva 'Crowell 384, Helen Sclater 380, Grace Free 370, Wilda Rutledge 367, Hazel Hulley. 320. Jack Wright 320, Jack F1ett 319, Hilly Cud•uore 296, Jack Stevens 279, Lila Wiltte 215, Grace Hulley 131,. Irene Cliff, absent. --J. R. HAYS, ROOM V. Total 400, honors 300, pass 240 .Mary Reid 390, Elsie Drover 384, El- izabeth Stephenson 374, Betty South- gate .371. Evan Rennie 359, Dorothy Farquhar 358, Corinne Hotham 356, Velma Quail 345, Arthur Goldingg 338, Maxie Hudson 329, Edith Henderson, 328, Morris Walsh 327, Edna Bate- man 313, Edith 'Ferguson 312, Ken- neth Beattie 310, Lulu' Hart 288, Vera Mole 280, Florence Knight 27 7 Jean- etteette Joynt 274, Willie Bristow 244, Glenn Hays, Margaret Strong, Wil- lie Miller anti Frank Case equal', Roy McGonigle, Sr. IT, --Bob McDonald, Charlie Ferguson, Irene Strong, Willie Du - pee. Sr. L Harold Finnigan, Margaret Case, George Kruse, Margaret Fin- nigan, Sr. Pr. --Jessie Smith and Margar- et Smith equal, Vivian Townsend absent, Palmer Coombs, Dorothy Davis. Jr. Pr. --Mary Case, Best spellers in order or merit: Willie McDonald, Winnifred Kruse, Mary Kling, Bob McDonald, Alex. Finnegan, Frank (lase, Margaret Strong, Glenn Hays. -A. M. .Knechtel, The. Y.P.S. mei on Sunday evening with the 'president, Miss Mae Wal- lace, in the chair, Miss Rena Mc- Kenzie took the topic, "Easter Joy". Rev. W. D. McDonald conducted the devotional exercises. The following took part in the discussion, Misses Ida Love, Dorothy Reinke, Mildred Wallace and Bertha Chesney. Sores Heal Quickly. , Have you a persistent sore that refuses to heal? Then, try Dr. Thomas' Eclectric Oil in the dressing. Itillproud ostop slough- ing, ing, carry away the draw out the'ptis and prepare a clean way for the new skin. It is a re- cognized healer among, the oils and numbers of ,people can certify that it healed where properly applied. MANLEY. Mr. P. McLaughlin has purchased the Thomas Johnston 100 -acre home- stead farm at a pre-war price. ` Miss Mary Murray,fwbo is on the teaching stall at Windsor is spend- ing her holidays with her sister, Mrs. Thomas Purcell Mr. J. 11. Eckert and sisters Lucy and Kate and Mrs, W. J. McKay and two chidlren paid us a flying visit last Sunday. from i lien ch t and McKay Mrs. MI Y a Seattle are spending 'the week with her sisters, Mrs. W. Manley and Mrs. Thos. McKay before returning home. SEAFORTH PUBLIC SCHOOL. ROOM I. • . mies- Class IV.---Tota1 650, exams (*). Dorene Farquhar - 572, Dorene Hudson 565, Jack Archibald 546, Gor- don Muir 535, Laura Mole 519, Ehza- Jack Dorrance 235, Robert Venus beth 41cLean 516, Clayton Constable 231, Ethel Hoggart1 197, Mattie Ed. - 512, d512, Lloyd Dinnitt 508, 'Beatrice Mer- gar 153, Blanche Wiltse SO, Jean ner 499, 'Glen . Smith • 499, Charlie Fruiter 71. Stanley Dorrance, alh Stewart 494, Toni Govenlock.- 490, sent. -E. 33. ELDER. Ena Holmes 488, George Charters ROOM: VI. 480, Frank Lamont 473, Leslie 'Bate The following navies are in man 467, 'Harold 'Cummings 465 -1 Florence Spain 463'w 'Margaret 'White 448, Margaret 'Beattie 446, George Parke 446, Ernestine White 441, Ka- thleen Calder 440. Ruby Storey 433, James Pinder 433, Bessie Marriott 414;Joe Hart 407, Alvin Adams 407, Eeriire Jaynt3 97 Sadie is 3 a •t 372, ' .WiU 224, Verne FOWLER. Rutledge 214'' ROOM II. Senior III. -Total 500, honors 375, pass 300. Sarah Sheffer 410, Eti- nor Burrows 409, Jack Arnold 406, Borden Merrier 401, Charlie Dickson 383, Edith Woish 372, Annie Hannah 352, *Audrey Somers 346, Nelson Ord Senior. Winnifrecl Savauge, Lorne, Sparks and Jimmie Scott equal, Ross Rennie, Ian'I12acTavislt, Hairy 51 u - t fel., Helen. Rolph, Craig Bock, Frank Grieve, Jackie Hotitan,"Gl alt . '.• Holmes, Carl Ti,uiglt absent. Junior.. Leo Joynt, Grace McQuade; Ross McNab, Dorothy Drover, Dot othy Parke, Mary Ilett 'Helen Pet ersnn. Douglas,Stewart, Elva.'Pryce Jealt.Pearson Patsy Sonthgate Gnat net Free, Kenneth Adams, "I titian ,ii Reeves 7T,tighie Oke,,Edgar Steph'en, son, Meryl Jimmie Cluif I3et ' lie Reeves, Arthur ' 7lulicy, ; Lloyd Workman 'absent. --I.. 7i, 'DUDLEY.