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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1928-11-22, Page 5THE EXETER TIME?-ADVOCATE iirw mi 11—nun a-jw! THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 1028 HARPLEY gtjcljool of Comnwrre CLINTON, ONTARIO OFF RS YOU A PRACTICAL BUSINESS TRAINING that has made it possible for our scorces of students to obtain and hold positions demanding a high standard of efficiency. THERE IS A POSITION WAITING FOB YOU Courses: Secretarial, Commercial, Stenographic, General Office, Civil Service, Commercial Teachers. Courses and Special Courses arranged. You cannot attend a better school Why not attend this? STUDENTS MAY ENTER AT ANY TIME Write to-day for information. Phone 198 M. A. STONE, B. F. WARD, B.A. Com. Specialist, Vice-Principal Principal DR. R. P. I. DOUGALL Honor graduate of Faculty of Medicine, and Master of Science, University of Western Ontario. Member of College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Office two doors east of Post Office. HENSALL ONT. Phone 56 Residence 114 duetts, etc,, followed by games. At the close o<f the meeting a very dainty lunch was served by the Young People of St. Paul’s Anglican church, Hensail. NOTICE—Owing to the high price of suitable cows and the cost of feed we are raising the price of milk to 12c a quart for the wiuter.- Rowcliffe. ■A.B. Ray Pfaff was in onLondon I in London The Young Peoples’ League of the United church was held on Mon­ day evening with a good attendance present. The meeting was in charge of Miss Gladys Luker and presided over by Miss Gladys Gartner, after the devotional exercises 'Miss Mun­ roe was appointed pianist for the remainder of the year, in the absence of Miss Lillian Steacy. The topic was then taken by Miss Gladys Luker, on “What the Gospel is,” which proved very profitable and interesting, a solo was then given by Miss Pearl Elder and al by Miss Munroe, evening the league the Northside United of Seaforth. next Sunday church both Offerings for are ex- Mission- Institute. Admission Be sure and keep this be a special E.L.C.E. an instrument* Next Monday will entertain church league Dr. H. H. Cowen, L.D.S.* D.D.S. DENTAL SURGEON At office in Hartleib Block, Dash­ wood, first three days of week and at office over the Post Office, in last three days of week. Wm. Nadiger is visiting in Michigan. Hilda Snell visited in few days last week, Muriel Viner is visiting with Miss Florence Guenther. Mrs. Hamacher is spending a few weeks with friends in Detroit. Mr. R. G. Laurie, of Detroit, spent the week-end with friends’here. Miss Ella Kraft, of London, spent the week-end at her home here. Rev. and Mrs. Meyer and family spent Thanksgiving with friends in Toronto. Mr. and Mrs. C. Kellerman and Alvin visited in Kitchener on Sun­ day. Miss Edith Klopp, of Zurich, is visiting at the home of C. L. Wal- per this week. Miss Elva Richmond, of Blyth, is spending a few days with 'Miss L. Reid. , < Mr. and Mrs. Win.- Kruger and daughter June, of Detroit, were week-end guests at the home of C. L. Walper. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Schlundt family from Pontiac, Mioh., Zurich, Mrs. friends Miss ronto a Miss her To- the Mr. Mr. Tuesday. I Mr. Sam Rennie was on Tuesday on business. Mrs. J. Keys is visiting for a few weeks with her son in Hamilton. Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Petty are vis­ iting this week with relatives -in To­ ronto. Miiss Mary Stewart visited over the week-end with her parents in Seaforth. » Mr. and Mrs. Fred Simmons and Mrs. John lMurdock visited in Lon­ don on Saturday last. Mrs. E. Gibbs, of Detroit, has been visiting during the past week with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bonthron. Miss Edna Wolfe, of Seaforth, spent a fow days recently with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Wolfe. Mrs. Robt. Higgins, Mr. and Mrs. 'A. J. Sweitzer and little daughter, visited in Kitchener on. Saturday last. Mr. and Mrs. Lome McNaqghton and family, of Thames Road, visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. Wm. McLaren. Mrs. Anderson, of been visiting during at the home of Mr. TBonthrOil. - ' ' 1 Miss Emma McDougall, of Wal­ laceburg, has been visiting the past week at the home and Mrs. Luker. Messrs. E. Sheffer and Hagen, have completed putting in a fine hardwood floor for dancing in the Kippen Hotel. The Ladies’ Aid of church are holding a chicken supper in the Town Hall, on Saturday afternoon of this week. Mrs. Elmer Weido was taken to St. Joseph’s Hospital on Siunday and was operated on Tuesday. We un­ derstand that she 'is getting along as well as can be expected. Mr. Cecil Ryan, Mrs. Eppil Car­ rick and family, of Goderich; Mr. Wm. Marsalis and son, of Mitchell; Mr. Wm. Haggit and Mrs. Double­ die and son, of Detroit, were recent visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Wolfe. Visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Wolfe recently were; Ce­ cil Ryan. Mrs. Eppil Carrick and family of Goderich, William' Mar- sales and. son of Mitchell, William Haggit and Mrs. Donbledee and son of Detroit. The engagement is announced of Mary Grace, youngest daughter of Mr. and' Mrs-. Robert Love, of Hills- green, Ont., to John E. McEwen, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. William McEwen, of Hensail, Ont. The marriage will take place quietly the end of November. The Oddfellows of Hensail Lodge, No. 223, are also looking forward to a special concert to be held ’ on November 29, which is to be given by the McCulloch Concert Enter­ tainers. Coupled with the concert will be dancing and card playing for those who wish to engage. Masons of Zurich Lodge, No. 224, Hensail, are looking forward to an interesting meeting on the evening of November the 26, on the occasion Of the official visit of E. W. White, D.D.G.M. At the close of the lodge meeting, what is termed the “4th degree” will be observed in the way ■of refreshments to be served in Car­ mel Pesky terian Church. The A. Y. P. A. of St. glican church entertained London, has the past week and Mrs. Jas. ’ . -w. during of Mr. Joseph the United bazaar and Paul’s An- glican church entertained the Young People of the Anglican church of Cliiitoii on Monday evening last. The Young People of Clinton gave a very Interesting program of readings, «o!os, instrumental1!, quartettes and The Young Peoples’ Club of Car­ mel Presbyterian church held their regular meeting in the basement of the church on Monday evening, with a large attendance present. The meeting was opened by the singing of a hymn after which all repeated the Lord’s Prayer. The Scripture lesson was read ny Eldred Smith. The roll call was then answered and by the 2nd question of catechism. The folio-wing program was then given reading by Mrs. Jas. Sangster; recitation by Dorothy Little; a com­ munity song entitled “My Bonnie” was .sung by the league, recitation by Annie Halser. instrumental by Mabel Workman, solo by J. Bean, reading by Mrs. Alex Smith, com­ munity song entitled “Bohunkus’ , after which the meeting was closed by the benediction. -» The Classic Entertainers, of Lon­ don, under the auspices of the Wo­ men’s Guild of St. Paul’s Anglican church, in the Town Hall on Thurs­ day evening of last week, delighted the large crowd present with an ex­ cellent concert of classical numbers, interspersed with popular, and old time selections. Miss Kathleen Eng­ land, soprano and elocutionist, fairly captivated the hearts of the audience with her sweet personality and her high soprano voice while Miss Dor­ othy Cahill, as violinist and accom­ panist, showed much skill and fine touch, coupled with a pleasing man­ ner. Clifford* N. Hall, tenor and reader, proved not only a wonderful tenor singer, but an exceptionally fine entertainer and reader and with Miss England, gave a number of fine character selections that great­ ly pleased the audience and stamp­ ed them as fine impersonators. Mr. Joseph Bullock is visiting re­ latives in New Hamburg. Miss Beryl Hill spent the week-end at the home of Miss Mary Chambers, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lewis, of Brinsley spent the week-end at their home here. Mr. Thos. Chambers left this week for Hazleton, Pa., to spend several weeks with relatives. Mr. Enos Herdman, of Elimville, visited1 Sunday with his cousins Mr. and Mrs, Wm.°Motz. Mr. Chas. Kenzle is confined to the home of his daughter Mrs. Hy. Kuhn with an attack of shingles. Mr, Chas. Anderson and Mr. Har­ old Taylor, of Exeter, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Anderson. Mrs. Joseph Bullock and daughter Helen visited the past week with the former’is parents Mr, and Mrs. Ike Gower near Woodham. Missionary services at the,; Evangelical morning and evening. Missions and Benevolence pected to be broughtt in. ary prayer meeting next Thursday at 7:30. A Bazaar and Supper will be held in the Institute Hall, Wednesday, November the 28th from 5:30 to 8 p.m. under the auspices of the Credi- ton Women’s 40 and 25c. date open. There will meeting Friday evening beginning promptly at 8 p.m. This is suppos­ ed to be a model meeting for the record of “Ontario’s Christian En­ deavor Union.” The society would appreciate the attendance of many friends. The L.A.S. and W.IM..S. Thanks­ giving supper held last Wednesday evening in the Sunday School rooms of the church brought out a splen­ did company of members of the or­ ganizations and their husbands. A splendid program given by the ’gen­ tlemen consisting of an address by Mr. H. K. Eilber, Mr. Geo, Finfc- beiner and Mrs. Chester Mawhinney. The musical numbers were: violin solo, male quartette, C. Sims, E. Faist, A. Morlock and J. Finkbein- er; Men’s chorus conducted by Mr. J. H. Holtzman. At the close a re­ sponse was given to the efforts of the gentlemen, by Mrs. J. H. Holtz­ mann. A vote of thanks was ten­ dered the ladies for the excellent supper by Mr. Sam. Lamport and supported by Mr. Matthew England. The president of the .organization Mrs. Art Amy added a few appro­ priate remarks showing graceful ac­ ceptance of the careful ceremonies of the gentlemen. Thankoffering and other free-will offerings amounted to $45.00. ; and were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schlundt on Sunday. Mrs. W. Nadiger returning with them to Pon­ tiac. Catt<—Fassold Nuptials A quiet wedding was solemnized on Saturday, November the 10 th at the Lutheran parsonage, London, when Rev. C. J. Killinger united in marriage Verda Fassold, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Fassold to Rus­ sell B. Catt, only son of Mr. and Mrs. G. Catt, of Forest. The bride wore a lovely gown of pale green georgette and Chantilly lace and silver cloth. She carried a bouquet of pink roses. The young couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Mil­ ton Ratz. Immediately after the ceremony they left for Toronto and points east, where they Will spend a short leave gina, honeymoon after which they for their future home in Sask. Re­ and Mrs. Archie Robinson the Khiva Miss Gertrude Lovie spent week-end at her home. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon, of Detroit, spent a few days in our burg re­ turning on Sunday. Mr. Gilbert Statton and Mr. Wil- ford Ravelie, of Detroit, spent the week-end at their home here. .... Mr. and Mrs. Wm. 'Waller, of De­ troit. spent the -week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ravelie Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Merner, who have been visiting in Stratford and Buf­ falo returned Saturday. Mr. Warener Patterson and and Mrs. Roy Scott visited Mr. Mrs. Patterson last week. The wedding bells will ring here this week. Miss Cora Baker, of Sarnia, spent. Sunday at her home. Mr. John Mousso has completed the basement under his house this week. Mr. and Miss Grace Nixon spent the week­ end with friends at Corbett. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Gotchalk, of Seaforth, spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Win. Stade. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Ratz last Saturday and left a fine little baby girl. iMr. and Mrs. J. Hutchinson and family, of London, visited Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mason on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Willert attend­ ed the funeral of the late Joseph Sa- raras of Zurich on Monday. GRANTON Wedding bells rang here on Tues­ day of last week. Mr. and Mrs. St. Marys, Johus several days last week. Quite a number of the Young People went to Roy’s church on Monday evening. Rev. Malcolm Smith, returned Missionary from China gave an address. Mr. John Tucker is still on the sick list. Mr. Lewis Woods and Sunday School class of hbys, of London, vis­ ited the formers’ father Mr. Woods lust. Sunday. Miscellaneous Shower Ou Thursday evening last forty lady friends of Miss Myrtle Johns, bride-elect, met at the home of Everett Skinner and present'd her with a kitchen shower. The pres­ ents were in form of two cakes on a decorated wagon drawn by Elgin and Gladys Skinner.. After the presents were opened the rest of the evening was spent in games and comn’Wjry singing, after which lunch was served. K. Scott Whaley, of visited at Mr. Charles Robt. •about The Masonic “At Home” was held on Friday evening with a large at­ tendance. A splendid program was, provided by artlists of Toronto and the Woodham Orchestra. A dainty lunch was served, after which a social time was spent. Mr. and Mrs. Kent, of Sundridge. called at the home of Mrs. Alps on Saturday. Miss J. Ma'itland has returned from spending a few days with her friends in London. Herman Coxon is visiting at his father's home here. Miss J. Cameron left on Saturday to visit relatives in, Preston. Campbell Stuart and his mother, Mrs. Stuart, of London, visited with Miss J. Maitland1 on Thursday. The local school children were vaccinated the past week as a pre­ ventative against small pox. A Hodgins, of Denfield, attended the Masonic “At Home” on Friday evening. On a'ccount of small-pox breaking out in Lucan, the Young People's Society of jthat village were unable to pay Granton; Society their intend­ ed visit on Monday evening. The local society held a social meeting. The Granton; Postoffice has chang­ ed its location being moved from the Oddfellow’s Block to the Forrester's Block. The Poppy Day campaign which was conducted here on November the 10th realized the sum of $27.82. Mrs. J. Scott spent' the week-end in Stratford. ..Mr. have moved into the village, into, the house vacated by Mr. Archie Curdy. Mrs. John Moore has moved Mrs. D. Gouldings new house. Mrs. Alf, Paul and family leave this, week to reside in St.> Marys, where Mr. Paul has a butcher shop. Our very best wishes go with them-. Their leaving Kirkton locks the doors of another one of out* places of business. Mr, Randall, of Chesley, spent a few days the past week with friends here. Mr. and Mrs. J. Veitch and family spent the holiday on a motor trip south of London. Mr. Dillon, teller In the Bank of Montreal spent the week-end in Mit­ chell. Word was received here this week from Calgary of the death of Wm. J. Gourley from monohide poison. Deceased spent his boyhood days here learning the blacksmithing with the late W. T. Roadhouse. Mrs. Silas Shier spent a few days this week with her daughter in Stratford. Mi*. Wm. Atkinson was taken sud­ denly sick on Finlay and has since been confined doctor’s care, around again was visiting in Toronto at the time, is now with him and everything is being done to restore him back to his usual health. Messrs. Hugh Berry, Hir. Cope­ land and Ira Marshall have returned home from their annual deer hunt bringing three fine deer with them. iMc- into to his bed under the We hope to see him soon. His wife, who Thames Road there IMr. and Mrs. L. B. Hodgson and, • Reg. were In Strathroy on Sunday. Mrs, J. Essery is visiting with her • sister, Mrs. (Dr.) Heighway, in I London. i 1 Mr. Kenneth Mitchell returned home from the West last week. • Mr. Grant Ford returned homo last week after a visit with relatives in Detroit and Flint, Mich. Mr, G. F. Penwarden was in Lon­ don-on Tuesday, on business. Dr. and Mrs. R. Hamilton, of Ail- sa Craig, called on the Misses Wil-4 son on Tuesday. Mrs. Ed., Calfas is confined to her, bed and under the doctor’s care at the home of her sister, Mrs. M. C. Sleamon. Mr. Lome Sholdice has been busy this past week, serving the tax no­ tices to the rate-payers of Bid’dulpli. Mr. Mark Mitchell has been slight­ ly indisposed this past week. We are glad to note that Mr. P. Webber, a- former resident of this village, is recovering nicely from his Serious operation. Messrs. W. T. Colwill and Mr. B. E. Hicks, drovers, have been very busy this past week, rounding up their ’herds preparatory to housing them for the winter. The drege of Broderick Bros, who have the contract for deepen­ ing the Mud Creek west of the vil­ lage,,. is making excellent progress, doing about one mile each week. The auction sale of Mr. Alf. Dick­ ens last week, was largely attended and good prices were realized. Mr. Taylor and Mr. Stanley were the auctioneers and Mr. Frank Coates the clerk. While -winter weather has put in an appearance this week, some of our citizens boast of beautiful bou­ quets of out-door flowers from their gardens. The officials of Main St. Sunday School, Exeter, came dbw'n on Sun­ day last and took charge of the Sunday School session here. Next Sunday Mr. Cecil Skinner the super- tnendent and his staff expect to take charge in Main St. Sunday School. The new piece of highway known as the old road, east of the village, is about ready for traffic. Much comment is heard relative to the wonderful change made this summer under the supervision of Mr. Webber. The flax mill is very busy days working up the season’s Messrs. E. Elliott and W. Kerslake are in charge of the plant. Santa Claus was met at the sta­ tion here last week by a. large dele­ gation of the young folk. Needless to say, they all went home rejoicing after each had been given a person­ al treat by St. Nicholas himself. A jolly time was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Godbolt, north of the village, on Monday evening of this week, when a number of their friends "came out from Saintsbury. It is said that they tripped the light fantastic until th^ wee .sma” hours. Grand Bend Wes. these crop. has that Can- for a speedy Turner ’have Mr. and Mrs. On Wednesday evening last was a splendid gathering numbering over 100 at the social evening at the church. The program opened with community singing followed by a splendid talk from Rev. D. Mc- Tavish, of Exeter, on “Getting Out of the Basements of Life” after a few words of appreciation from Rev. Jas. Anthony the meeting was or­ ganized into a “Progress Club” with Mr. Chas. Monteith as president, vice-president, Percy Passmore; se­ cretary, Miss D. Armstrong with Mr. A. Doltpe as treasurer. Mr. Moody then gave us a solo, Mr. Nelson Squires with Mr. J. McCullagh, ac­ companied by Mrs. Squires rendered popular numbers on mouth-organ; games then and all seemed to enjoy Lunch was in the hands gentlemen with the help better halves and the evening was closed with singing of “Sun of My Soul” and the benediction by Rev. D. McTavish and so passed a very pleasant evening. 1 violin and followed the fun. of $tlie of their On Friday evening about sixty young people gat.ered at ttlm home Of IMrs. A. Ridley and surprised her daughter Tillie a popular bride of this week, with <a shower. The evening contests, games and the amusements', Mrs. (pd a wedding march wedding took place. .......[ Jennison and Mr. Joe Baker acting the parts of bride and groom re­ spectively. Mr. Robert Love formed the ceremony. After the pesents were displayed, bride received many useful and ly gifts. Followed by luncheon. Mr. and Mrs. Olifant, of Burling­ ton, are visiting with the latter’s mother, Mrs. A. Ridley and attend­ ing the Stewardson—Ridley wedd- >’ing. - Mr. and Mrs. Robert Love and juniore spent the week-end in Exe­ ter. Mrs.: ‘Wm. Ridley, of Granton, is visiting relatives at Harpley and Grand “Bend. Miss Gertie Lovie spent the week­ end at her home. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Cathers, of Parkhill, visited Mr. and* Mrs. Joe Tickey.. t IMr, and Mrs. Colin Love and babe visited relatives at Kerwood. Stewardson—Ridley Nuptials A very pretty wedding was sol­ emnized at the United church manse, Grand' Bend on Wednesday, Novem­ ber the 21st, at high noon, when Rev. J. M. Colling united in mar­ riage Tillie Violet, younger daugh­ ter of Mrs. and the late Robert Rid­ ley, of Harpley, to Edgar Steward- son, ison of Mrs. and the late Thom­ as Stewardson, of Greenway. The bride wore a French gown of peach crepe beaded in silver, with hat to match, carrying a bou­ quet of yellow and' pink mums. After the ceremony a hot goose " dinner was served to immediate re- latives. The tables were prettily decorated in pink and yellow,The groom’s gift to the bride was a dia­ mond dinner ring. Immediately after dinner the happy couple left amid showers of confetti to attend the Royal Winter Fair at Toronto and other points. The bride’s travelling attire was a dress"of blue chiffon velvet with sil­ ver trimmings and hat to match. A navy blue broadcloth coat with sable collar and cuffs, hose, gloves and shoes in matching shades. On their return Mr. and Mrs. Ste­ wardson will reside on the groom’s fine farm at Greenway. Their many friends extend their best wishes. miscellaneous was spent in music. After Colling play- and a mock Miss Marjorie CROMARTY per- this the cost- Material is on the ground for mak­ ing improvements to the U. F. O. Building, now occupied by .Mr. Quance, general merchant. The building will be veneered and also the addition of a new verandah which will add greatly to the appear­ ance of the corner. Mrs. Samuel Speare and daughter Olive left on Sunday for Toronto where they intend spending the win­ ter months. Mr. ^lohn McCulloch is at present in Toronto with his mother, who is dll. Miss Alda Steacy, of Toron­ to, spent Thanksgiving with her aunt Mrs. S. A. Miller. The Young Peoples’ will hold a Bazaar on 30th in the basement Lunch will be served. The United Sunday School started the temperance course is being given in the L. S. of ada by the W. C. T. U. Next Sunday Rev. J. M. Colling will preach on the parables of “The Leaven and the Mustard Seed., We would urge the members to hear this series of sermons on the par­ ables. The Y. P. S. are having a special evening on November 30th. Keep the date open. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Smith have moved in part of Mr. Ross Battram’s house and Mr. and Mrs. E. Stanlake have moved into Mr. W. J. Brown’s house. Mrs. Elton Curts has returned from a visit with her parents in Arkona. Rumor says that wedding bells are ringing. Miss Adah McGregor is ill with the mumps. We hope recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph returned from visiting Herbert Sherritt at Hanna, Alta. Mr. and Mrs. A. McIntosh, of Pt. Huron, are visiting in the neighbor­ hood. • Miss Dorothy Billing has been vis­ iting her aunt, Mrs. O’Neill, in Lucan. Miss Murray and Mr. Pomeroy, of Fullarton, visited at Mr. E. Mason's on Sunday last. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mason and family, of London, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. Hotson. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Luther. Mur­ ray and Jean were in London on Wedesday. Mr. Lawrence Curtts was operat­ ed on for appendicitis last Frid'ay and is doing as well as can be ex­ pected. The morning service next Sunday “The Parable of the Mustard Seed” and “Tile Parable of the Leaven” and come early to the evening ser­ vice when Rev. J. M. Colling will take for his subject 1st and 2nd Thess. “The Hope of Christ’s Re­ turn.” Special music‘by the choir. Make this church your Church Home Mission Band November the of the church FUNERAL OF THE LATE JOHN YOUNG The funeral of John Young, an old and highly esteemed resident whose death occurred at his home in Seaforth on Thursday following a protracted illness, took place from his home on Saturday, interment be­ ing made in the Maitlandbank ceme­ tery. Mr. Young, who was a son of the late John Young, was born in Toronto in 1852. He came with his parents to Hibbert Township when two years of age and lived there un­ til he moved with his mother and sis­ ter to Seaforth ’■over 20 years ago. He is survived by four brothers and three sisters: William, of Sutton Bay Ont.; George, Kisbey, Sask.; Thom­ as. Walton and James, Seaforth; Mrs. Thomas Williams, Mitchell; Mrs. W. Hutchison, Hibbert and Miss Young, at home. The service was conduct­ ed by Rev. Irving B. Kaine, of First Presbyterian church. Six nephews bore the remains to the grave. Frank Hutchison, Milton Young, Leslie and Frank Williams and Alan and Wil­ liam Young. Among the relatives present at the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Milton Young, of Exeter; Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Young. Woodham; Mr. and Mrs. Warren Hutchison, of Hibbert and Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Williams, of Munro. The apple crop of Canada for 1928 is estimated at 3,157,360 barrels, an increase over 1927 of about 350,- 000 barrels. About $7,000,000 Is spent each year by the Canadian Government for the promotion of the agricultur­ al industry. The Povince of Manitoba last year produced’ 7,386,000 lbs. of honey. Seven years ago the annual pro­ duction was less than 1,000,000 pounds.