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WHOLE SERIES, VOL: 70, No. 11
SEAFORTH, 'ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 13,'1947
$1 a, year
•TORONTO MUTUAL
HAS BEST YEAR
Toronto Mutual Lite insurance
Company in 1946 experienced the best
year hi its history, president, Charles
G.. Dynes reported.
Mr. E. L. Box of Seaforth, was .re-
elected ,a director of the Company.
RED CROSS CANVASSERS
Canvassers in McKillop for the Red'
Cross campaign are:
Huron Road East—A. O'Leary..
Huron Road West—James 9'.. Scott
and J. M. Scott. 2nd and 3rd, east,
Milt Stewart; west—.J: M. Eckert.
4th and 5th, east, John Gordon;
West, J. McClure. 6th and 7th, east,
R. W. Campbell.
Winthrop • . Theron Betties (chair-
man), Les Dolmage, Frank Johnston,
L. Bolton, Lorne Elliott,
Richard Box, convener
ST. THOMAS CHURCH GUILD
On Tuesday of this week the
Ladies Guild held their March meet-
ing at the home of Mrs. Charles Cun-
ningham. Nineteen members were
present, and the president Mrs.
McGavin was in charge. After the
opening hymn, Jesus Lover of My
Soul, the Scripture lesson for the 3rd.
Sunday in Lent was ''taken by Miss
Dorothy Parke. Prayers for the parish,
for wonjcers in the parish and the
Lord's prayer iu unison were repeat-
ed The minutes of -the last meeting
were read and the treasurer gave a
very favorable report. $15 was voted
to the 'church social service work.
After the completion of business Mrs.
Scarlett conducted a musical quiz and
plans were made for a special April
meeting to welcome new members iu
the parish. The offertory was dedi-
cated arid the meeting closed with
the benediction. Refreshments were
then served by the hostess.
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Northside United Church
Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister nage by her father was gowned in
11 a.m., " A full-grown man in velerine over satin. She carried
Christ".' - white carnations. Her finger-tip veil
2:30 p.m., Sunday School. caught by rosebuds. Hor only orna-
'7 p.m., "Christian Belief and ment a double string of pearls, gift
' Confession".
Welcome to these services.
Egmondville United Church lied a bouquet of daffodils. She
Rev: A- W. Gardiner, B.A., B.D. wore a floral headdress. The groom's
10 a.m., Sunday School only attendant was his brother
11 a.m., "The Effect of Unbelief". Robert of Toronto: A reception fol -
'7 p.m., "Jesus, Our Lord". lowed the ceremony where some
thirty guests were received by the
bride's mother gowned in navy blue,
adorned by a corsage of Pink carna-
tions, while Mrs. McBurney received
TORONTO ASSOCIATION TO
COMPETE FOR TROPHY
B. 11. McCreath was last week
elected President of the Huron Old
Boys Association for the 47th year
of the Association's existence. Other
officers, representing all sections of
the County were elected as follows:
Honorary President, Fred Elliott;
1st vice-president, R. Mackenzie;
2nd vice president, Miss Vera Gar-
diner; Secretary, Mrs. C. Hollings -
head; Assistant Secretary, Miss
Mary McGregor; Treasurer, E.
Hunter; Publicity, M. Cook, Wes.
McCutcheon, W. Buchanan; Mem-
bership, Gerald Stewart, Mrs. J.
Brodie, Miss S. Walker and E.
Fleetly.
A bridge and euehre will be held
at the Heliconian Club, on Friday,
March 21st. The special feature of
this gathering will be a pairs compe-
tition for euchre for a new Trophy,
the McLaren Memorial Cup, to per-
petuate the memory of the late J. A.
McLaren. Full particulars later.
McBURNEY—HOLLAND
The home of Mr. and Mrs. Noble
Holland, Huron road, was the set-
ting for the marriage of their
youngest daughter Rona Marie to
Kenneth Benjamin McBurney, of
London, Ont., son of Mr. and M,rs.
McBurney, London. Rev. Lane,
pastor of Wesley Willis United
Church, Clinton, officiated at the
wedding. Thebride given in mar -
of the groom. Her attendant was
Miss Marion Peck of I{ippen gown-
ed in pink net over taffeta, and car -
Anglican
March 16th: Mothering Sunday
St. Thomas', Seaforth
10 a.m., Sunday School. gowned in black and white, adorned
11 a.m., Morning Prayer and Ser- with pink carnations. Afterwards a
mon: "The Human Family", wedding dinner was served. The
7 P.m., Evening Prayer and Ser- young couple left amid showers of
mon "The Fatherhood of God". .confetti for a honeymoon trip to
St. Mary's, Dublin London and points South. On their;
2:30 Sunday School return they will reside at 83 Sack -t
3: Holy Communion: "The Hu- ville St.London.
man Family".
Wednesdays in Lent: 8 p.m. „Ser-
vice in St. Thomas' Church.
Rector, Rev: C. F. L. Gilbert, B.A.
SALVATION ARMY
NEEDS OFFICERS
Though The Salvation Army in
Canada has more than 1,500 full-
time Officers, the need for rein-
forcements is acute. "Numbers of
ex -servicemen have entered or ex-
pect to enter The Army's Training
College in Toronto, but many more
applications would be wteloome",
states Captain E. McBride,, the local
Officer.
Special, meetings will be held in
The Salvation Army Citadel this
coming Sunday (March 16th) when
the unusual opportunities for life-
tune service to God and humanity
offered by Army Officership will be
stressed. Candidate Clayton Ritchie
will conduct the services. At 11 a.m.
and .7 P.M.
Candidate -Clayton Ritchie has in-
dicated his desire to become an
Army Officer. He expects to enter
Training College this fall. The new
term begins on 'Tuesday, September•.
9. The public is cordially invited to
attend these special Candidate Sun-
day services.
FARM FORUM
The Highway East Farm Forum
met at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
Dale Nixon. The meeting discussed
the topic of "Have farmers a -stake
in High Wages and Social Securiay."
A social time was spent, followed by
lunch.
The next meeting will be at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Papple.
Will all members please attend to
make plans for the pot -luck supper.
ENGAGEMENT
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hudson an-
nounce the engagement of their eld-
est daughter Dorothy Rosena Jean
to Mr. Frank Holroyd, sora of the
late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Holroyd of
Preston. The wedding to take place
the middle of March.
Seaforth W. I. met Tuesday after-
noon, March 11th in the Red Cross
•
workroom. Mrs: Paul Doig presided.
Meeting opened with the Ode and
the Lord's .Prayer. Minutes and
treasurer's report were given by
Mrs. Leslie McClure and a nominat-'
ing committee was appointed to
draw up a slate of officers for 1947-
48. These are: Mrs. Wilfred Cole-
man, Miss Thelma Elgie and. Mrs.'
Gordan Papple. All members who
are able to come to the home of
Mrs. Leslie McClure on Friday after-
noon, March 14th, to complete invi-
tations
tations for the Jubilee banquet. The'
meeting on Tuesday was the work
meeting and was in charge of Mrs.1 f
Wm. Oldfield. A quilt was completed
and lunch was served at the close.
F. SILLS RESIGNS COUNCIL
TO RUN AS REEV
Nomination for Reeve and one Cou
cillor to be held 'Monday, Mar. 17
At the regular iVIarch meeting o
the Seaforth town council on Mond
night Councillor Frank Sills tendere
his resignation and announced til
intention to run for Reeve to fill th
vacancy caused by the death
Reeve John F, Daly. All the member
spoke words of regret at the los
sustained by council in the death
Mr. Daly. Mayor Reid said Mr. Sill
has had eleven years' experience in
the council and is well qualified to fi]
the Reeve's chair.
Fire Chief Alien Reid in;his repor
to council said the brigade had two
calls in February, a chimney fire a
the Cleary home and the next morn
ing the call to Egmondville at Bader
Powell's. There was nothing mac'
could be. done. Councillor Christie in
quired what the arrangement was for
responding to calls outside Seaforth
and was informed the bylaw states
they may go if they are granted per
mission by town officials. The fire
underwriters do not approve of the
equipment being taken out of town,
Chief Constable Currie reported
things quiet in February because of
continued had weather. There had
been two break-ins, one at Scott
Habkirk's, and the other at Gill's,
where a slot machine was stolen. The
police are working on these cases. A
charge had been laid against one
young man for drunkenness on the
street.
Town Treasurer Wilson reported
that fax arrears are $3,000 less than a
year ago and that tax prepayments
are $2,250 more than a year ago,
Councillor Sills gave the report of
property committee, some cleaning up
had been -done downstairs in the fire
hall. Councillor Close suggested that
the steani pipes in the basement
ought to be insulated and Mayor Reid
said this had been suggested several
years ago but nothing had been done.
A twenty per cent saving in fuel
could be made, amounting to 5100 a
year, Councillor Sills believed.
Councillor Close in giving the re-
port of the street committee said the
snow removal bill for February was
$620 and the total for the year was
$1,352. He said the snow was so deep
at the south end of Jarvis street the
plow had to abandon the job. In Little
Scotland the snow was also very
deep. The committee had decided it
cheaper to hire a team to deliver fuel
oil at residence at the west of Centre
street than attempt to open, drifted
road. Councillor Close reported that
tenders had been received for a large
truck and snowplow for the town,.
but he recommended leaving it until
all local firms had a chance to give
quotations. He felt the purchase of a
truck would be a good step towards
instituting garbage Collection in
Seafurtl
HORSES AND RUNAWAYS
YS
MAKE MAIN ST. LIVELY
�- Sonny days and cool. nights this
week are helping to take away grad-
ually some of the huge quantities of
f snow piled up in last week's sterni.'
ay, Sap is reported running. But still the
d work of plowing out blocked roads
goes on. The ,North road out of Sea -
a forth to `Winthrop Was still blocked
e' on Wednesday of this week but be=
of tween Winthrop and Walton It is
s open and the plow is working on it,
s Some idea of the gigantic task in
of getting roads open is instanced on'
s the road from Constance to No. 8
highway where about thirty mei'
1: were shovelling ahead of the big
County plow for several days to make
t a narrow path over about four.
miles of road.
t There were more teams in Seaforth
- on Saturday afternoon last than pave!
> beenseen on Seaforth streets fore
> many a•cla.y, And to make it seem still
- more like old times there were at
' least two runaways. A driver of Mr.
Jake Broonie's was captured on North
Main street after the cutetr upset.
- and a team of Mr. W. V. Jefferson of
Tuckersniith caused considerable ex-
citement before they were stopped at
the smith end of Main street. 1
A farmer driving in front McKillop
on Monday. morning said he was sure.
he had driven thirty miles to make
the ten -mile trip to Seaforth, follow-
ing winding trails over fences and
through gelds and hush lots.
REEVE J. F. DALY
LAID, TO REST
i St. James' Catholic Church, Sea -
forth, was filled Tuesday morning
when solemn requiem high mass' was
sung at 9:30 for Reeve John Francis
Daly, veteran of Seaforth municipal
politics, who died at his home here
Friday in his 75th year after a two-
month illness.
Rev. T. P. Hussey, pastor of the
church, was celebrant, assisted by
Rev. F. J. Odrowski, St. Columban,
as deacon, and Rev. J. B. Ffoulkes.
Dublin, as sub -deacon, Rev. Father
Odrowski ' preached the sermon in
tribute to Mr. Daly.
The town officials and the Huron
county council attended the funeral
in ,abody. Representatives were pre-
sent from the McKillop and Tucker-
smith municipal councils, the Lions
Club, Agricultural Society, Holy
Name Society and Knights of Co-
lumbus. The pallbearers were John
J. Cluff, Edward Devereaux, George
McGavin, Dorlean Sills, C. P. Sills
and Joseph M. McMillan. Interment
was in St.' James' cemetery, Sea -
forth.
The late John F. Daly was a prom-
inent citizen and had been in business
in Seaforth for 57 years, having
started in the jewellery business and
later became one of the first Ford
dealers in the Dominion, which agency
he continued and he was Ford dealer
ler 'a. longer period than any other
in Canada.
In municipal affairs Mr. Daly was
regarded as an outstanding authority.
having served in varions capacities
for a period of forty Years. In 1908 he
became a member of the town coun-
cil and over the years he was of vari-
ous times councillor, mayor and
reeve; the latter position he held at
the time of his death. For nearly
twenty years he was chairman of the
Seaforth Public Utility Commission
and had been a member and chairman
of the Collegiate Institute Board.
Mr.. Daly was a man of broad int-
erests and took an active part in
many local and other organizations.
He was born in Egmondville 74
years ago, a son of the late Thomas
Daly, pioneer business man, and in
1901 he married Miss Mary Phelan of
Hamilton, who survives with one
daughter, Miss Alice, Seaforth; three
sons, Edmund, Seaforth; George, To-
ronto; John F. of Edmonton; three
sisters, Mrs. .Tames O'Connell, De-
troit.; Mrs. F. Devereaux and Mrs.
Frank Sills, Seaforth.
For tine past two months Mr. Daly
had been in failing health, and he
passed away at his residence on Vic-
toria street early Friday morning.
The fire and water committee re-
port was presented by Councillor
Christie. Councillor Ross asked how
many firemen there are and the
answer was twenty, iie said there
were complaints that the truck rush-
ed off to tires without waiting to take
firemen along the way. Councillor
Sills said the brigade bylaws author-
ize the truck to go right through i:0 a
fire after it has four firemen. Pur-
chase of additional. inose and other
items were discussed.
Councillor Christie said he had been
nearly hit by snow falling front roof
on Main street. He thought some-
thing should be- done to protect peo-
ple on the street. Mayor Reid said
the street foreman could call it: to
the attention of the landlords but the
town did not have the right to enter
on private property.
Correspondence was read by Clerk
Wilson. Mr. H. E. Smith. asked coun-
cil to reimburse him for extra ex-
pense caused by delay In obtaining
clear title to property where he Inas
built two houses. Mayor Reid said the
delay was caused by a government
dept. and that so far no action could -
be got, although the need for the
houses to relieve the housing short-
age had :been brought to the attention
of government officials. It was s mat-
ter for the solicitor.
Applications for position of assist-
ant constable were received from
Root. Cameron, Aylmer, J. J. King,
Seaforth, and Harry Pennell, of Cro-
marty. As these appeared to be for
ull time positions the natter was left
n abeyance. Councillor Christie said
JOSEPH C. CARTER
ranged to relieve Constable Currie
night a week,
Councillor Sills reported that Hart-
man Huisser claimed he had not yet.
eceived the deed for his lots par -
hosed at tax sale.
The Clerk was instructed to send a
etter of sympathy to the family of
he late Reeve J. F. Daly.
Councillor Christie inquired what is
he procedure about, daylight saving
time. Councillor Ross and Councillor
Funeral -services were held Tues-
day for Joseph Campbell Carter, 65, t
Who died Sunday after two weeks' 0
illness. He ws born in Walton and in 1
early life was a mail carrier. He was t
predeceased by his wife, the former
Etta Pearl Fulton. Surviving are two t
daughters, .Mrs. G. R. (Althea)
Campbell, Brussels; Mrs. William J.
(Viola) Deacoff, Toronto; one son,
Ray Carter, Walton; 'his father,
James. Carter, .Seaforth; one sister,
Mrs. Violet Gillespie, and one broth-
er, ,John Carter, Kent Bridge. The
services were held from the hone of
his sister, Mrs. Gillespie. Main St.,
Seaforth, with Rev. R. H. Williams,
of First Presbyterian Church, Sea..
forth, officiating. Interment was 'r in
Brussels Cemetery. Pallbearers were,
Fred Johnston, Harry Bolger,- Earl
Gillespie, Andrew Dunlop, Bill Far-
quharson, W. J. Deacoff.
HOSPITAL' AID
Women's Hospital Aid, to Scott
Memorial Hospital will hold their
regular meeting in the Nurse's resi-
dence on Thursday, March 20th at
3 p.m.
Close were opposed to daylight sav-
ing.
a.ving. Councillor McMaster said if the
surrounding towns adopt it Seaforth
must do It too. Council decided to,
leave it as in former years to be
done by petition of the merchants.
The bylaw was passed calling a
nomination meeting for Reeve and
one councillor to be held on Monday,
March 17th, from 7.30 to 8.30 p.m. and
election if necessary on Monday,
March 24th, from 9 to 5 p.nr. The
polling booths and officials' named:
were: North .Ward at Teall's Garage;
H. Trapnell, deputy, 1+'. Wigg, poll.
clerk; East Ward at public library,
D. L. Reid, deputy, Mrs. Helen Bolton,
poll clerk; South Ward, et Cardno's
store, .W. 17. Southgate, deputy, 3. P.
13e11, po11 cleric.
Councillor Wallace Ross predicted
there would be an election.
4 motion by C omioillor McMaster
SHOWER HELD FOR
MISS DOROTHY HUDSON
I
On Monday evening, March 10th,
at the home of Mrs. Chris Schultz,
Miss Dorothy Hudson, bride elect of
this month, was guest of honour to
a kitchen shower arranged by her
friends and neighbors. Over thirty
guests were present and the bride
was greeted on entering the home
with the old familiar strain, the
bridal chorus, "Here conies the
bride'', with Mrs. M. Rennie at the
piano. The evening was spent with
singsong after which bingo was
much enjoyed by all with prizes go-
ing to Jean Agar and Adrian Ban-
non. After this the bride -elect was
ushered into the living -room and a
beautiful decorated chair with green
and white made a pretty setting.
Then a large basket decorated in
green and white was carried in laid-
en down with many beautiful and
useful gifts which was presented by
Mrs. Schultz, IKrs. Swan, Mrs.
',Schneider, Mrs. Wright. Miss Doro-
thy Agar read the address which fol-
lows: Dear Dorothy—For a consider-
able time we have noticed the 'at-
tacks being mde on you by that
little fellow "Cupid" and we knew
sooner or later his darts would find
the mark. Now we learn that his
conquest has been made successful
and soon you are to leave the state
of single blessedness to enter into
the state of married bliss so we have
come to -night to extend to you our
hearty congratulations and good
wishes. With your Captain' Holroyd
beside you we trust that he and his
mate will sail over the sea of life in
the vessel of happiness, health, con-
tentment and a sky devoid of clouds
that through the journey of life no
sorrow or disappointment will ever
come your way. We will miss your
happy smile and pleasing personali-
ty but. our loss will be others gain.
As a slight token of our fond esteem
DUBLIN
The death occurred on Wednes-
day morning at St. Joseph's hospital,
London, Ont., of John Ryan follow-
ing an illness of two months. Mt.
Ryan was 72 years of 'age, eldest
son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Pat-
rick Ryan of Dublin. His remains
were taken to W. J. Cleary funeral.
home, Seaforth, Ont, Funeral Mass
took place Saturday morning at St.
Patrick's Church, Dublin, by the pas-
tor, Rev. Dr. Ffoulkes. Interment in
the family plot. Surviving are two
brothers, Joseph Ryan and Peter Ry-
an. Three sisters, Mrs. Ellen Flana-
gan, Dublin, Mrs. Catherine McDer-
mott and Miss Mary Ryan, Toronto.
The pallbearers were two nephews,
Joseph Ryan. Bill Ryan, Fergus Iiel.
y, Mathew Murray. Wm. O'Reilly,
John Walsh.
Miss Jean Jordan who has been ill
at her home for the past three weeks
has now returned to London to re-
use her duties.
and good wishes we ask you to kind-
ly accept these gifts and we trust in
days to cone they will ever remind
you of your sincere neighbors and
friends in Seaforth. That your fu- s
tare will be one of continuous hap-
piness and success and prosperity is
our sincere wish. We assure you that
wherever you may travel you will
always be held in our highest esteem
and affections. So here's to the
bride that is to be --happy, smiling,
and fair—And here's to those Who
would like to be, bat wondering
when and where, May God bless you
and:yours in your new home. Signed
on behalf of your neighbors and
friends of Seaforth,
Dorothy thanked her hostess and
many friends for their good wishes
and useful gifts. An invitation was
extended by the bride to attend her
trousseau tea to be . Wed. after-
noon and evening. "For she's a jolly
good fellow" was sung after which
a dainty luncheon was served.
HARLOCK
One day last week 12 team of
horses and a good many of the men
worked on the road west of Harlock
to the McCallum sideroad tramping
down the snow to make it passable
for horses. Other men and teams
worked east of Harlock.
Some of the men fromthis neigh-
borhood attended the hockey game
in Wingham, Monday night of this
week. i
The 10th was plowed out on Mon-
day so it looks a little more like
getting out.
Master Donald and Miss Jessie
Watt were hone from school last
week owing to the roads.
Quite a number around Harioek
have been laid up but are improving,
SEAFORTH BEATS CLINTON j There was a good turn out at the
Seaforbh Beavers won their sec- social evening at No. 7 school on
and group Intermediate "B" 0.H.A,
play-off ff game re Tuesday nat
he Tu d ' h'
g
as they nosed out Clinton Colts 6-4. »
re a rest room started a lot of discus.
sign. Mayor Reid and Councillor
Keating advised caution because of
the cost and also because a rest room
was an advantage to the merchants
and should not be charged against alt
the ratepayers. Councillor McMaster,
said Reeve Nicholson of Tuckersmith
bad promised assistance from his
Municipality and he believed the
Other nearby townships would also
help.
"If the town is to make progress it'
must go ahead and do things," Coun-'
cillor McMaster argued. 1
Mayor Reid said Minton taxpayer's
find their taxes are now double, and.
ire knew of tore fai nilies whichhad
Purchased lionses in Seaforth who.
would otherwise have gone to the
other town.
Finally a committee was named'
consisting of Councillors McMaster,
Christie, 'Keating ,and loss to look,
into the matter of costs and available
places for a rest 1001 to be built
Friday night of last week.. A ,good
time was reported.
CONSTANCE
Mr, and Mrs. Thos McMichael
moved to their new home in Auburn
on Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Wilkinson
of Stratford visited with the latter's
parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Magill
on Saturday.
Miss Frances Downey spent the
weekend in Stratford.
We are sorry to know that Mrs.
Wilhelmina Saunders is under the
doctor's care at present.
BRODHAGEN
Mr. Albert Querengesser attended
the Bandsmen Convention in Water-
loo, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Miss 'Dorothy Querengesser .0f
Toronto spent the weekend with Mr.
and Mrs. Albert Querengesser,
Mr. Robt, Rock of Waterloo with
his parents itis. and Mrs. Edwin
Rock.
Ms and il'Irs. Howard Querenges-
ser and: Susan. of Waterloo with Mr.
and Mrs. W L. Querengesser.
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BRUCEFIELD
Mrs. Wm. Reid of the village re-
ceived word of the death of her
.uncle, Mt•. Andrew Wiley in Regina.
on Feb. 20th. Burial was in White-
wood cemetery. Mr. Wiley was mai'
vied to Annetta. Dayman, who passed
away twenty years ago. He is sur-
vived by one son Bill and three
grandchildren. Deceased was born on
the Parr Line, Stanley township, 87
years ago,
Mrs. L. Jameson and son Buddy of
Centralia spent the week end with
her mother Mrs. W. Reid.
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Brock of Hensall
spent Tuesday with. Mr. and Mrs. J.
K. Cornish.
Mr. and Mrs. Ben Kaiser of Hen-
sall visited Mrs. H. Zapfe on Tuesday.
CROMARTY
Mrs. Wesley Russell has returned
home from Stratford hospital.
Miss Shirley Campbell, Mitchell,
with Miss Phyllis McLaren.
Miss Marjorie Parker is convalesc-
ing at the home of her parents, M'r.
and Mrs. Darrel Parker, after an
appendectomy.
Gordon Houghton, Ailsa Craig, at
his home here,
'Phe public schools have reopened
after being closed for a week on ac-
count of the weather and road con-
ditions.
The funeral of Mrs. Florence Mc-
Kaig was held Sunday , afternoon
from the home of her son, Angus, in
this village. Rev. W. A. MacWilliam
officiated, assisted by Rev. Gard-
iner of Egmondville. The pallbearers
were Russell Butler, Bert Butler,
Filmour Chappel, Frank Bruce, Dun-
can McKellar, and John Scott. Bur-
ial was in Cromarty cemetery. There
were many beautiful floral tributes.
Among those attending the service
were hlrs. Mary McKaig, Hensall;
Mr. and Mrs. John Donnelly, Kitch-
ener, and Mrs. Paul, Toronto,
VARNA
Many of the roads are impassable
and a sturdy staff of workers are
going day and night to make travel
passable and safe. The workers have
really had some hardships and de-
serve credit for their efforts.
Mr. Trietz who is . convalescing
after his recent operation, spent the
past week with relatives in Listowel
district,
The regular meeting of the town-
ship council was held Monday after-
noon.
Mr. and Mrs. A. Murray and little
daughter June of Clinton spent Sun-
day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.
Reid and daughter Mary.
Mr. Will Clark in company with
Mrs. Foster, motored to London,
Sunday, on their return they were
accompanid by Mr. and Mrs. A. Gal-
braith, who have spent the past few
months with relatives in London.
Mr. J. Kerr of London spent the
weekend with Mrs. Kerr and their
two sons.
Mr. and Mrs. Soper Sr., in con-
any with their son and wife of
Straffordsville, were weekend guests
with their son Harold and family.
Mrs. Souter of the Mill road who
has been visiting her daughter, Mrs.
OrrinDowson, is under the Doctor's
care and we hope to hear of her re-
covery.
Mrs: M. Reid in company with her
son Wilmer, Mrs. Reid and daughter
Miss Mona, attended the trousseau tea
given in honor of the former's grand
niece and cousin Miss Betty Clark of
Seaforth or Friday.
Miss Mossop received a telegram
Monday morning informing her of
the death of her brother George, who
passed away at his hone, Laurier,
Man. He was a native of Stanley
township but spent most of his life
in the West. He is survived iiy his
wife,two daughters, Lena, a teacher
a.t Copan Sas1;., Mr's, Jas. A.: Hand -
Son of Laurier, and one son George,
al hone, one sister, Edythe, Varna.
HENSALL
hili cud Mrs. Albert Paeannore, Ken-
neth aril Bobbie of Aylmer agent the
Week end with i.he former's parents,
Mr, and Mrs. John Pas'sn>ore,