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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Seaforth News, 1924-11-27, Page 1solOgraelmmtoonossenstull WHOLE SERIES, VOLUME 46. AT OUR RESTAURANT the surroundings are cheerful and aleasant, s the service` prompt and courteous and the menu varied and' tempting. THE MEALS WE SERVE are daintily arranged and ap- petizingly prepared from pure, wholesome foods. 1404 FREE RADIO CONCERT SATURDAY NIGHT Next week's ad, will be interesting to all.. Something new. Look for it. The Olympia Confectionery and Restaurant HUTCHISON'S for GROCERIES TEA, WITH CHINACUP AND SAUCER, black or 'W5ti mixed, 1 lb„ regular 85c, for TEAS are likely to be higher. Reports say as much as 10c per pound. We still Have superior values at old prices 40c, 55c, 65c, 70c and 85c, in Japans, 'Hyson, Ceyion or Gunpowder and black, green or mixed. SHIRRIFF'S MARMALADE. -Orange 12 oz. 25c Pineapple, '16 oz. 35c BROKEN SODAS, fresh and crisp 3 LBS. 25c PURE EXTRACTED HONEY,--`Beekist brand in 23/2 and ys asse 5 Ib, pails, at per pound r This is below association price and may not long be possible. Secure yours now. FINE ALL -HAIR STOVE BRUSHES at a bargain. Hand -made of fine quality pure hair closely filled, brass wire J! c strung, regular 75c, for °Y CITRONS,- - 10c, 12%c, and 15c APPLES. --Icings, Peewaukies, Wealthies and Spies. ' At very moderate prices considering their scarcity. First Class Dairy Butter, Clean Fresh Eggs, and dry; bright Dried Apples..in large quarters wanted in exchange for goods. li PHONE 166 Slit)tr} ��� II ,; Boys' Solid Leather $a School Shoes .. Girls' Solid Leather $� Ci School Shoes .... Growing Girls' $3 3-7 Size 9 ® 9 Patented •and • Gun . $3 'Metal Oxfords doll Do not wait for wet weather. We again have Dominion Rubbers. The guaranteed kind. Special price on Snit 'Giases and Leather Club Bags. FredsWo Wigg SE.[7,POR l Il'1l CHURCH CARD. Seaforth Methodist Church. -Sab- bath services, 11 arm„ and 7 p.m, Sun- day school 2:30 pan. Pastor, Rev. R. Fulton Irwin.' Pastor at both services, Subject for the evening will be 'The Christ- ian's Antiseptic.. Injured Near Wingham. While R: E. Jackson, of Wingham, and James Swan, of Brucefield, traveller for Gould, S'haply & Muir, were driving 7 miles out from, Wing - ham, they met with rather a serious accident. Tom Dunbar, of Belgrave, crashed' into the car which Mr. Jack- son was driving, at an intersection. The car was thrown 30 feet and turn ed completely round, and the contents of the car; which was heavily laden, were thrown over' a fence near by, the marl still remaining in the car and unconscious for a, time. The friend who was driving with , Mr. Dunbar was thrown through the windshield, his face and head being badly cut. .He was immediately taken to a doctor. The front wheel of the Jackson ,car was. taken eff. Mr. Dunbar's car was 'badly smash- ed up. He claimed he did not See tlie other car. , Ma. Dunbar was not hurt in ,any way, while Mr. Jackson and Mr. Swan escaped with some bruises and a bad shaking up, Mr. Jackson and Mr, Swan think their car, being heavily loaded, saved their lives. A pleasant medicine for children is Mother Graves' Worm Exterminator, and it is excellent for driving .worsts from the system. Quality, articles are', made fox people who are tired of the, extrava- gance of cheap things. Want and For Sale Ads, 3 times, 50e ..: SEAFORTH. ONTARIO, TI-I,URSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 192,4 G, W. V. A. NOTES. The Smoker held in the Club Rooms was quite well attended de- spite the cold weather: Everybody enjoyed the evening's entertainment. Messrs, Joe T.'ckart and Scott 'Haw- thorne carried off first prize; Mr. D. F. -Buck went home happy with the "Lone Hand" championship while Mr. "James 'Kennedy had to be con- tent with the "Booby." 'These eechres will be held from time to time during the winter. Friday evening the lance as ad- vertisers last week, will take place: The best of the new music will be provided by the Crescent Five Or- chestra which be a treat indeed to our many patrons: The Executive expect a good crowd and while no luncheon 'will be served', yet this new departure should prove popular with our guests, MRS, DANIEL McGREGOR, The death occurred in Clinton on Saturday, November 22nd, of Jemuie Rogers, widow of the late Daniel McGregor, at the home of her (laugh- MRS. RICHARD REID. ter, 'Mrs. John McDermid. She On Saturday evening, one who had was born is Glasgow .in 1837, laugh- long lived in Seaforth and vicinity, SOCIETIES MEET. A. union meeting of the W. M. S. and the Barbara 'Kirkman Y.W.A. was held in the school room of the, Presbyterian church on 'Tuesday evening. Mrs. F. H. Larkin and lvlrs. J. TI. Gibson occupied chairs on the platform, The Scripture Lesson was read by Mrs, R. Archibald and the Messenger prayer by Mrs, Leslie Scott. This was followed by a prayer by Mrs, F. H. Larkin and the reading of reports. The topic was taken by Miss 13. I. Graham. Mrs. ',lances Hamilton, of Godericlt, gave an address on "The Advantages of the 'Women of To -day." A duet by Misses Murray and , McKay was much appreciated, as was also a rexdine from Current Events by Miss Belle Smith, A vote of thanks to the W.M.S. and Mrs. Jaynes .Ha- milton ,was conveyed by Miss S. T. McLean. The annual meeting will be held on Dec. 9th, At the close of the programme a social half hour was spent and refreshments served, ter of the late Charles Rogers, of Toronto, and came to this country with her parents when a young girl. Fifty-eight years ago she was mar- ried to Mr. McGregor and they're - sided in 'Hulled township until re- tiring to Seaforth about twenty years ago. Her husband predeceased her four years. The late Mrs. Mc- Gregor was the oldest member con- nected with the Seaforth Presbyter- ian church. One son and five daugh- ters are living, Charles McGregor .on the homestead in Fluliett; Mrs. -A. S. Paest, Webb, Sask.; Mrs. E. Pickett, Detroit, :Mich.; Mrs. A. R. Farnham and Mrs. J. McDermid, Clinton, and Mrs, Wm, Freeman, Seaforth. The funeral was held on Monday after- noon, intertnept being made in Mait- land Bank cemetery. YOUNG PEOPLE' LEAGUE. League was held on Monday even- ing this week, and was in charge of the Literary Department. Miss Ila Johnson occupied the chair. The topic, "Music in the Horne" was takereby Dr.. Harburn: A. very inter- esting- reading was given by Miss Marguerite Black, and a guitar selec- tion by Mrs. Ratz was heartily en- cored. Two selections by Junior Leaguers, a solo by Miss Florence Knight, and a piano selection . by Miss Eleanor Burrows, were greatly appreciated, BARBARA KIRKMAN BAZAAR. The- Bazaar held by the Barbara Kirkman Auxiliary on Friday after- noon was very successful and the ladies appreciate very much the large attendance, although the afternoon was wet. The various booths were in charge of very charming attend- ants who had little trouble selling their useful and beautifully prepared wares. The Candy Booth was pre- sided over by Mrs. Cummings and Mrs. Holmes, Fancy Booth, Miss Belle Campbell, Miss P. Patterson and Mrs. Haigh: Practical Booth, Miss Davidson, Miss Somerville, Mrs. Marshall 'Stewart and Mrs. H. J. Gibson. Tea and supper was. serv- ed by Miss Belle Smith and her as- sistants, who made everyone feel at home. The proceeds amounted to $274. MRS. SAMUEL WALLACE. The death of Annie McBride, wife of the late Samuel Wallace of Tuck- ersmith• occurred at her residence on Goderieh street east on Monday Nov 240, after three days' illness of pneumonia, in her 89th year. She and her late husband were among the first settlers in Tuckersmith, She was the mother of 11 children, six boys and five girls, all of whom grew to manhood and womanhood, and nine of whom are still living. Mrs. James Stewart, of Los Angeles,. Calif.; bars. Andrew Archibald, of Seafrth; Mrs. Beshgatoor, of Alma, 'Mich.; Miss Agness Wallace, of Sea - forth; JamesSand Arthur, of Ro chaster, N.Y.; William on the home- stead, Tuckersmith; and Andrew, of Sacramento, Calif. Deceased was married to. her late husband in Goderich, July Sth, 1853, They lived in Brampton until 1862, when they moved to Huron County, settling on .Lot 2, Con, 4, township of Tuckersmith, when it was practi- cally all Wish. Mr. )Vallate died Oot. 11, 1895, . Mrs. Wallace with William and' Agness, dived together on the farm until October, 1914, when she and "Agnessmoved to Seaforth, They lived on Centre ••street until 1917, when they moved to Goderich street east to reside' with Samuel. The funeral services will be held in Egmondville 'church Thursday af- ternoon at 2 o'clock, after which in- terment will take place in Egtnond- ville cemetery, where her late hus- lxind,' Samuel \Wallace, )vas laid to rest. Advent Series. Commencing on Advent Sunday: Nov. 30th, the following addresses will be given in St: Thomas church on Sttnday evenings by Rev. Tho T Thos. vI Brown: Nov. 30,:7 p.m., Wselfhat' HailppensAfter Death.'' • Dec. 14th, 7 p.m., 'Shall I Be Myself after Death." Dec. 21, 7 p.m., "What Is tlje Main Purpose of the Intermediate Life." Those who have doubts are especially invited, and . all who care to come will be Made welcome. passed away in the person of Mrs. Richard Reid, at her residence, North lvfain street. The late Mrs. Reid was born in. England, Iyer maiden name being Eliza Grimoldby, and she came out to this country when quite young, -settling in McKil- lop township. She was married to the late John Wright, and is sur- vived by six daughters and one son: Mrs. Riley (Mary Ann), Kin - burn: -Mrs. Rio,Hughes(Phoebe), Michigan; Mrs. Ed. Braniff (Martha) Cleveland; Mrs. Jacob Whiting (Eliza Jane), Saskatchewan; 'Mrs, Wm Trott (Emma), Seaforth; Jahn Wesley Grimoldby, Toronto; Mrs. Harry Bowen (Maggie), Illyth. About eight years ago she was married to Mr. Richard Reid, of Seaforth, who survives, together with one brother and one sister, Mrs. • Combes, Seaforth; and Thos, Grimoldby, Toronto, The funeral was held on Monday, interment being made in 'Maitland Bank Cemetery. The services were conducted by Rev, R. Fulton Irwin. EGMONDVILLE. Anniversary Services. -Most suc- cessful anniversary services were held in Egmondville Presbyterian church on Sunday, November 23rd, when Rev. E. A. Thomson, B.A., of Monktou, preached two very able and inspiring sermons, In spite of somewhat threatening ' weather the church was filled almost to capacity both 'morning and evening and the very evident interest and attention spoke well for both preacher and congregation. At the morning service the choir were assisted by Messrs. John and James Scott, whose assis- tance is always so greatly appreciat- ed by the Egmondville congregation. The by J solo amen Scott and the 1 duet by himself and father were both appropriate aucl well -rendered. At the evening'service the over -popular Seaforth Male Quartette were pres- ent and the numbers were greatly ap- ppae0 aced, The offering amounted to The Y.P.S.C.E, met on Monday evening. The president, Miss Alice l nechtel, presided. Mr. J. McNay led in prayer. The lesson tvtts read by Miss Billy Chesney and the tonic on 'Patriotism" was taken by, Miss Lansing. Rev. W. U. McDonald and Miss Knechted tool( part in the dis- cussion and the latter explainer) the Union Jack. A chorus by the young' people followed. There were 41 present, WINTHROP. lira• (Rev.) Hamilton, of Gode-' rich, gave a very hisniriug add•essk:. n Cavan church last 4abitatlf in connection with the \" Mi S h hath in foreign fields and home mid•. 5ions. It is60 years -S nee the e,st Women's Au:ciliary was organized and each year brought more appeals for help and new auxiliaries were be- ing organized each 3 ear. Now they are all over the wide -spread Do- minion doing great work and the jell for help in `the foreign 'and home fields are urgent. The Ladies' Aid and. W.M.S. will hold their next meeting in the base- ment of the church on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 10th. This is the an- nual meeting and every one is re- quested to. attend. The meeting is being called a week later than the usual time, in order to have every- thing prepared for the annual meet- ing. We hope for a good attendance. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Bennett mo- tored to 'Preston and' Hamilton and spent the week -end veld" friends. A few from' here attended the euchre party held in the G.'W.V',A. Club Rooms Tuesday night. Mr. Lester Govenlock, of Mitc'heil, visited his 'home over .Sun y Miss Grace .Scarlett, of Hensall, spent the week -end with her parents. A few from here motored to Lon- don and took in the Saskatoon- Canadiens . hockey game :Monday night. Mr. T. M. Govenloek is attending the Winter Fair in T°orontti this week, and also visiting his daughter, Miss Edith Goventbck. Corns cause much suffering, but Holloway's Corn Remover offers a speedy, Sure, and satisfactory relief. Our Christmas • Silver Is arriving daily and there is no question about it, Silver is still the popular gift it has alwas been at Christmas time, We are pleased with this season's selection both as to quality, finish and design. We have some very popular pric- ed cabinets of Sil- ver which sell at as low a price as $14.00, and yet the quality is pos- itively guaranteed to give entire satisfaction. Christmas is only five short weeks away, sE_-_g.tiWs- ,t,.A,.. n. -u Ytk ': t,}: _"'if T:.F X41 i31)r OM:f t � inrA r PoSsCi :WAt DIAMONDS FOR CHRISTMAS We are very happily, situated to supply your diamond require- ments for Christmas. We have made a very fortunate; purchase of Diamonds which will make a very attractive and a very pro- fitable appeal to the buyers. The color is exceptionally good, the cutting perfect, and the brilliancy is . very remarkable indeed. Altogether these are the finest yet. We .have them mounted in 19 'et, 'White Gold, and also in 14K Green Gold set- tings, plain gold and fancy bas- ket settings. Really- they make a charming gift and then, too, diamonds are quite the thing for Christmas. Glad to show them to you. Fred.S,a:vauge Jeweler & Optometrist Opposite Posh Office, Phones 194. Res. 10: Wassaesse ISSUE No. 48. , ruing! When your eyes ache, sting or feel tired, it is nature's warning - they are strained. If you are wise you will }reed that warning' and will have a complete . examination o f your eyes a n d thus probably prevent seri ous eyesight trouble later on. DR. ROSS SAYAll6E, EyesightSpecialist ST. COLUMBAN. Miss S. Queenan, of ')Windsor, spent the week -end as the guest of Ivir. and Mrs. Owen Hart, St. Colum - ban. Miss Gertrude 1vlcGrath, of Strat- ford Normal school, spent Sunday at the parental home at St. Columban. Mr. James Breen, of Mount Car- mel, Ont„ was a Sunday visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Owen Hurt.; Miss Catherine McGrath, who has been on the sick list this part couple of weeks, is; we are pleased to say, able to be around again. A large number from here attend- ed the bazaar held by the ladies of the C. W. L. fn the .parish hall, Dub- lin, on Wednesday afternoon and droning. DUBLIN. Air. andMrs. Jos. Kenney and _ family, of Detroit, are visiting a; the home of his parents, Mr. and Airs. Phillip Kenney, north of the village, for a few weeks. Mrs, James Longworth spent Sat- urday the guest of Seaforth friends, Mr, Alex, Litt, of Stratford, spent Saturday the guest of Mr, and Mrs, Wm. Racho, Miss Clara McKenna and :Miss M. Weber returned to their home in Tondon after a .pleasant visit tvith their friends, Mrs. J. Redmond. The many friends of Mrs. P. Rawl- ey will be pleased to hear she has recovered sufficiently to he removed to her home, after an operation in Seaforth hospital. Mr. M. J. Klinkhammer returned home from Northern Ontario aad brought a fine deer with hint. We are scurry to report the death oaf John Rna^_in, ref Hibbert, who (lied soddenly Monday morning after a brief illness. Much sympathy is extended to his ttvo little daughters. STAFFA. Mrs. Geo. Butson is visiting in Seaforth. A returned missionary will be at the Methodist church on Thursday evening and will put on a number of illustrated views of China and Japan. Miss Muriel Britton, who has been visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Jones, ee- turned to her home .on Saturday. Mr. F. OBrien received the sad news of the death of his youngest sister in Saskatchewan, .She was operated on for appendicitis a few weeks ago and apparently was recov- ering. Mr, O'Brien and .family have the sympathy of the community. Mr, and Mrs. H. Leslie spent the week -end with friends in London. CHISELHURST. Mr. Glen MacLean, who has had. quinsy, is better again. Mr, and Mrs. Geo. Eyre, and Mrs.. Jack Wren motored to Paisley on Friday last. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Gee. Fairbairn on the arrival of a young daughter, Postal Information. The publie-are advised that money orders for payment abroad for Christmas should be purchased not later than the next two 'weeks in order that advices for payment may reach Exchange Offices in time. Parcels may now be'sent .by post to the Trish Free State. Posdnasters -getting on is largely a matter of i are urging that Christmas Gifts be getting alp' each time you gra mailed eariy; as it may save digap- knocked dpi:n. pointment to both sender and re- ceiver. MANLEY. The Angel of Death visited our burg last 'Thursday, Nov. 20th, tak- ing another pioneer in the person of Mrs. Thos. Walsh, in her 87th year. She moved here 64 years ago with her parents and 63 years ago she married her late husband. They set- tled on Lot 9, Con, 10,: McKillop, where she continued to reside until her death, and where she and her husband hewed a modern. 'home from the dense wilderness. She is survived by her two sons, William and Frank, at home, and one brother: and one sister, Joseph, and Mrs. Holden, both of London, Ont., who have the sym- pathy of the whole community in •mar.""" Life, Fire, Accident Wind, Sickness, Plate Glass, Auto. etc. BONDS Bought and Sold o REAL ESTATE MONEY TO LOAN On first mortgage Farm Property Office over Walker's Furniture Store, opposite Dominion Bank. A Ed's SEE LAN Phone 152 this their hour of sad affliction, The funeral took place last Saturday to St. Columban church where solemn Requiem high mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr, Dantzer, celebrant) Rev. Fr. Gaffney and.. Rev. Fr. White, as deacon and subdcacon, and from thence to St. Columban cemetery where all that is mortal was laid to rest. The pallbearers were Messrs, ' John and Thos. Murray, Jos,' John- ston, W. Manley, Jerry O'Hara and Mr. Flaherty, Those who attended the funeral from a distance were Mrs, John Hoiden and her son Rob- ert, and Mr. Jos, McKay from Lon- don; Mr. Archie McKay and his son Wilfred, and Mr. Flaherty and his son from Guelph. A Misunderstanding. Blackstone -I have a noiseless writer in my office, now." Weller -Better marry her, chap, before she quits her -Judge. type - old jobl Having installed in our Garage the latest battery equipment; we wild do RECHARGING REPAIRS and WINTER STORAGE We do alt kinds of automobile repalt work. All work guaranteed. Also a Good line of all accessories, BZITISH AMERICAN GASOLINE AND OILS. Automatic Aar Service Day or Night PHONE 17. Ada , Dodds SEAFORTH. Bazaar! Bazaar!! TI3E LADIES OF ST, THOMAS' CHURCH, SEAFORTH Are holding their Annual Bazaar in IN THE PARISH HALL an the afternoon and evening of Thursday, �71N aS FROM 3 P.M. to 8 P.M. Fancy Goods of all descriptions to suit every purse, Apron Booth -All sizes and designs. Doll Booth, Candy Booth and Grabs. Rummage Booth. --Some wonderful articles' in this Booth, You can save money on your Christmas buying if you corse to'.a t1Ata Bazaar. SUPPER SERVED FROIld 5 to 8 for 25e Everybody Conic, You are welcome. Rentetnber the date-, NOVEMBER 27th.