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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1935-02-28, Page 4THURSDAY, FEBRFARY 28, 11)35 ................. Ask About Anthracite Cobles for —- , Furnaces and Quebec Heaters R. G. SELDON X"V "V A "V $3.20 a square Huron Lumber Co. Exeter, Ontario BABY CHICKS — and — VCustom Hatching INCUBATOR CAPACITY 18,000 We are offering four strains of chicks this season, Barred Rocks, White Leghorns, Black Giants and Black Minorcas. All chicks guaran­ teed strong and purebred. Custom Hatching at 2c. per egg in any, quantity. Satisfactory hatch guaranteed or the charge will be re­ duced. We will call for 1,000 egge for Custom Hatching. Bring eggs Tuesday or Saturday. We will also brood your chicks for two weeks in our New Jamesway Battery Brooders. Write or phone for hatching space Prices on chicks, brooding, etc. Norman Coveney East on Highway 8, Mitchell, Ont. Phone 183 COOPERATION What it has done for the Policyholders of The Great-West Life Assurance Company and for the Community For tbe Policyholders $156,168,289. paid to beneficiaries and policyholders since the Company’s inception. $138,245,129. of present assets con­ stituting, with future income, the fund from which all unmatured contracts will be paid. $570,439,554. of insurances and an­ nuities in force, providing protection and incomes for thousands of homes. These figures portray Cooperation and Trusteeship operating for the benefit of policyholders and their dependents. The Year 1934 has been a successful one for The Great-West Life and its policyholders. Business in force, new business, assets, income, policy re­ serves and surplus have all been increased. k For the Community Forty-one millions in bonds of gov­ ernments, municipalities, public and religious organizations. (Building schools, colleges, churches, telephone lines, public buildings, hospitals, railroads, highways, supplying money fdr relief and for other needs of modern civilization.) Ten millions in industrial and public utility bonds. (Buildingfactories,har­ nessing power, providing transporta­ tion facilities, producing the necessi­ ties and conveniences of life.) Seventeen millions in farm mortgages. (Erecting homes and buildings, pur­ chasing and breaking new land, furnishing seed and equipment.) Twenty-five millions in other mort­ gages. (Building homes for citizens, erecting stores, offices, warehouses, etc.) Important Items for 1934 .. flBusiness in Force (including annuities) * . . New Business Issued (including annuities) . . Total Income.......................................* Payments to Policy holders and Beneficiaries Assets • Policy Reserves and Other Liabilities . • Contingency Reserve* Surplus and Capital . THE GREAT-WEST LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY HEAD OFFICE * WINNIPEG, CANADA C. V. Pickard, Exeter Detailed Statement mailed on request. CREDITON YOUNG PEOPLE ENTERTAINED A social evening was enjoyed in James 1st. United church Monday ev­ ening when the Young Men’s Bible Class and the Young, Ladies’ Bible Clasis of the Sunday School of Cred­ iton United church were pleasantly entertained by the Young Men’s Class and the Young Ladies’ Cliass of jameis St. Sunday School, A wel­ come was extended to the visitors by Mrs. Walker .and C. V. Pickard, teachers of the locial classes. With Mrs. J. Woodall in the chair the vis­ itors provided a short but enjoyable program consisting of duetts by M. Lamport and Jack Galloway and Misses Marion Lovie and Jean Bayn- ham and -a reading by Miss Marjorie Lawson. A series of games and con­ tests were enjoyed followed by a sing song and at the close refresh­ ments were served. A vote of thanks was tendered to the Jiames St. class­ es by Mrs. Woodall and Mr. Edward Chambers, teachers of the Crediton classes. Between ninety -and one hundred young people were present for the occasion. THE EXETER TIMES-ADVQCATE VIRGINIA SINGERS DRAW CROWDED HOUSE AT GODERICH The Virginia Jubilee Singers were heard before a capacity house Mon­ day night at Victoria Street United Church, Goderich, the church audi­ torium being filled almost ‘an hour before the program started. The troupe, consisting of E. Ruth Powell, soprano; Lillian Fowler, mezzo soprano; Inez Edmonton, con­ tralto; Esther Gaskin, pianist; Har- ribcn L. Jones, 1st tenor; Theodore R. Tate, 2nd tenor jtnd Olier W. Chiles, b'asso, presented a varied an'd pleasing pipgram. The second part of the entertain­ ment was a plantation scene show­ ing the darkies gathered around the Cabin door at eventide after their day’s work was 'dpne, when they sang -the old familiar plantation medodies All wore colorful costumes sucli as were donned in the old days in the south. Here them in James St. Church Monday evening next. Admission 25s.; Children 15c. With the Boy Scouts At the regular meeting of the Boy Scouts in the Town Hall Friday evening last several new members were received. Stunts were provided by the various patrols. It was initi­ ation night and the Lone Scouts which were the basis of the present troup, had charge of the initiation. Dr. H. Browning, chairman of the lo­ cal committee in charge of the Scouts, was present and presented membership certificates to those who were entitled to receive them. Friday was the 78th birthday of Lord Bad­ en-Powell, founder of the .Scout movement, and Dr. Browning in a very interesting manner told of how the movement got its start .and of its growth and importance. The speaker was /roundly applauded. USED CARS 1930 Ford Truck 1932 Chevrolet Truck 1932 Reo Truck 1930 Chevrolet Sedan 1928 Chevrolet Sedan 1929 Plymouth Coupe 1930 Ford Coach Sandy Elliot ?hone 64, Exeter $570,439,554 70,751,300 27,042,910 18,633,937 ^138,245,129 182,005*926 6*239,203 C. G. I. T. The Canadian Girl In Training week was observed by twjo activities by the Canadian -Girl in Training of James treet United Church. Tuesday evening February Sth the regular meeting was iu .charge -of Mary Van Camp’s group. An interesting dem­ onstration on knitting of articles suitable for a babies’s layette was given by Mrs. W» H. Partin. On the following Sunday evening the ser­ vice was in charge of the Canadian 'Girls In Training. The group lead­ ers Grace Strange, Mary Van Camp, Rhrbara Dinney and Ar?dys McFalls took part in the worship serviced On Tuesday evening the C. G. I. T. under the direction of Miss F. Hunter and Miss R. Rowe entertain­ ed the Boy Scouts in the parlors of the Janies St. United church. Over fifty young people were present and enjoyed 'a very jolly time. Miss Grace Strange, president -of the C.G.I.'T. ex­ tended a hearty welcome to the guests of the evening. A sing song was enjoyed. A short skit “Echoes from the Dafoe Hospital a:t. Calland­ er” was put on by several of the girls. Miss Strange- gave a reading -and an aumsing clh'orus “Old Hats” was sung. The various scout p/a/t- r’ols provided skits. Contests were enjoyed followed by a isplendid lunch provided by the girls. P. L. R'obt. Dinney moved a vote of thanks to /the C.-G.I.T. which was seconded- by S. Fuke and responded to by Miss Strange, BIRTHS HARTMAN—At Mt. Carmel on Fri­ day, February 1,5th to Mr. and Mrs. Herb Hartman, a son. REGIER—At Mt. Carmel, on Mon­ day, February 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Regier, -a son. McNAIR—-In Lobo Twp., on Febru- ruary 20th, to Mr. and Mrs. W. Gordon McN'air, a daughter (Myrtle E-l'aine) PEINHALE—At Dr. Fletcher’s Hos­ pital, on Thursday, February 21st, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Penhale, of Stephen, a son. (Clifford Har­ old) MARRIAGES JOHNS—BIERLING—At the Trivitt Memorial Church, Exeter, on Wed­ nesday, February 27, Miss Irene Johanna, Reg. N-, eldest /daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Bierling, of Exeter, to Mr. Kenneth Johns, son Of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Johns, -of Usborne, by Rev. M. A. Hunt. DEATHS POLLARD—In Centralia., on Satur­ day, February 23, 1935, Mary Smith, beloved wife of N. H. Pol­ lard, in her 77th year. HUNKIN—In Usborne, on Saturday, February 23rd, Isabella McLean, widow of the late Thomas Hunkin aged 68 years and 7 months. DAVIS— In Hensall, on Saturday, | February 23rd, Mrs. Beatrice E. Davis, wife of W. G. D/avis, form­ erly of Exeter. IN MEMORIAM KYLE—In loving memory of a dear husband and son, Herman H. Kyle, who passed away four years ago, February 26th, 1931. There is someone who misses you sadly, And finds the time long since you went There is someone who thinks of you -a 1 ways And tries to be brave and content. But ’tis sweet to know, We’ll -meet again where trouble are no more. And that the one we loved so well, Has just gone on before. Sadly missed but lovingty remember­ ed by .his Wife and Mother. IN MEMORIAM HALL In loving memory of our be­ loved mother, Nancy Hall, who de­ parted two years ago to-day, Feb­ ruary 28th, 1933. In oiHi,..hearts your memory lingers ■Sweetly tender, fond and true, ■ ‘There is not a day dear mother That we do not think of you. God alone knows how we miss you, Tears in silence often flow, For memory keeps you ever near us, Though you died two years ago. Her loving children and grandchild­ ren. CARD OF THANKS The relatives of the late Mrs.v French wish to thank the neighbors and friends for the many acts of kindness and sympathy extended dur­ ing her illness and subsequent death, also for the floral tributes and loan of cars. CARD OF THANKS Mr... Nicholas Pollard and family wish to thank their many friends ahd neighbors for the 'kindness extended them during Mrs. Piollard’s illness and death; also for flowers received from Centdalla. United Church and Greenway United Church, to Rev. R. N. Stewart, als.o for the floral tri­ butes and loan ’of care. CENTRALIA Mrs. Robert Cann is confined to her bed with pneumonia and Mrs. Nelson B'aker is in attendance, Mr. Trueman Mills visited witn friends in Toronto over the week­ end. Mr. Fred Penwarden was in Wind­ sor for a few days this week- Mr. and Mrs. George Johnston were confined to their home owing to illness for a few days last week. Mr. and Mis. George Thompson entertained a number of friends a* their home on Thursday evening of last week. The regular weekly meeting of the Ladies /Sewing Circle was held at the* home -of Mrs. E- Beaver on Wed­ nesday afternoon of last week. A d'ainty lunch was served by the hos­ tess. Mr, /and Mrs. Ashley Smith, of Thames Road visited with relatives in the village on Sunday. Mr, and Mrs. Hamilton, of Blue­ vale, moved into the residence of W. J. Smith the latter p'artiof the week; Mr. Hamilton having purchased the chopping mill from Mr. Smith. Miss Stella Cook, of London, is visiting with her aiint and uncle Mr. and Mrs. B. Co-ok. Death of Mil*. Nicholas pollard After a lengthy illness there pass­ ed aw/ay at the home of her son on •Saturday, February 23, 1935, M'ary Smith, beloved wife of Mr. Nicholas Pollard in her 77th year, She was born near Tillisonburg, being, ia dau­ ghter of the 1'a-te Andrew and Han­ nah Smith. The greater part of her life was spent in the vicinity pf Parkhill where she was well known and most highly respected. Deceased was a member -of the United Church of Greenway and was admired and beloved for her many good qualities •as a neighbor and citizen. Besides her bereft husband she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Wenzel Moli­ tor, of Thedford; -one son, John A- Pollard of Centrali'a. She is also sur­ vived by four siters, Mrs. G. G°od- Ihand, Regina, Sask.; Mrs. H. Nich­ ols, P/arkhill; Mrs. Chas. Curtis, of TiUsonburg; Mrs. w. Poore, Park­ hill and. three brothers John Smith, Piarkhill, Jim Smith, of Thedford aud Will Smith, of Parkhill. The funeral was held last Monday from the home of .her son John A. Pollard. ■Services were qonducted ’by Rev. R. N. Stewart. Interment in the Ex­ eter cemetery. WOODHAM Mrs. Ewart Pym, of Exeter, is spending a few days with her mother Mrs. J. Morley. » Mu’s. Nesbitt, nee Mrs. Ed. Cope­ land, from the West, is at present visiting with friends in this vicinity Miss Netta Shier, of London, spent the week-end at her home here. Miss Marion Johnston spent the week-end at the home of her cousin Miss Evelyn Camm. Mr. James Squire visited Sunday with the Misses Amanda and Sarah ■Shier. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Louth, of London, formerly Marion Switzer, on the birth of a baby boy on Monday of last week. Miss Nina McNaughton was on the sick list last week1 bait is able to1 be out again. We are pleased to know that Mas­ ter Alvin Murray is speedily recover­ ing after a severe attack of pneu­ monia. Several people of our community have been Flu victims lately. Mr. and Mrs. James Squire and their daughter Violet spent Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Hern, of Zion. Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Rodd visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. F. Doupe. Mr. and Mrs Cecil Camm were called to1 BrantfO/rd Hospital on Thursday of last week -their daugh­ ter Miss Elaine being quite ill with pneumonia. We hope- for her'speedy recovery. The yofing people’s league met on Sunday evening last in the basement of /the chuirch with Miss Janet Thom­ son in charge ahd Mr. Fred Doupe took1 the topic. Lantern slides were shown which made the meeting quite interesting. Miss Spence, of the 8th line is spending a few weeks wiitli Mr. and Mrs. Wm. 'Thompson. Miss Marion • Tufts, of Kirkton, spent Sunday with Miss Florence Kirk. Miss Pearl Brethour spent Sunday with Miss Marlon Shier. • NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE is hereby given that JOHN BOLLINGS, of the Township of Stephen, in the County Of Huron, Farmer, did make an authorized As­ signment under Farmers’ Creditors Arrangement Act and first meeting, of Creditors will be held on the 7th day of March at 2 p./m. in the base­ ment of the Public Library, Exeter, Qntario. To vote thereat proofs of claims and proxies must be filed with me prior thereto. Those having claims against the estate must file the same with the huotodian or the trustee when ap­ pointed before distribution is made, Otherwise the proceeds of the estate will -be distributed among the parties entitled thereto, without regard to such claims. Hated -at Exeter this 21st day of February 1935. E. A. CORBETT, Fordwich, Ontario, Trustee of the Estate. THAMES ROAD Since the death of our pastor, the late Rev. Hugh Taylor the services here and at Roy's are kindly taken care of by the Ministerial Associa­ tion. We at Thames Road enjoyed the ministry of Rev. Mr. Hunt of Trivitt Memorial, Exeter, who de­ livered a forceful sermon from the lines “Come let us Reason To­ gether.” The monthly meeting of the Thames (Road Mission Ctircle was) held at the home of Anna Hackney. The meeting was opened with hymn 311 followed by the Lord’s Prayer in unison. The secretary being ab­ sent June Taylor was appointed as substitute. The roll call was taken ten responding. A letter read by Ruby -Chambers and two members wishing to change -months of meet­ ing were the only items of business and weYe postponed till next meet­ ing, The secretary gave her report. Anna Rhode then took charge of the meeting. Hymn 500 was sung, fol­ lowed by the scripture reading and prayer by Vera Pollen. Jean Bal- lanty-ne read a portion of the study book and Beth Ballantyne gave a reading.. Dorothy McCurdy favored with a piano instrumental. Collec­ tion was taken up and the meeting was closed with the Mizpa'h benedic­ tion. A puzzled fifteen minutes was spent in answering conundrums ask­ ed by each person present, Then a half hour was spent in .sewing for a layette. Lunch was served at the close. “Auction Sale at Lambert & Bur- dons Saleyards, Strathroy, on Sat­ urday, M,arch 2nd at one o'clock sharp. Usual1 mixed sale of Milkers and Springers, Calves and Pigs al­ so 80 head of Stockers and Feeders. Trucks for delivery, arrangements m'ade on day of sale. Terms, cash. M. A, McAlpine, Auctioneer.” AUCTION SALE — of --- HORSES at McDonell Barns, John St., Exeter We will sell 20 horses, 2-year-olds • up; some matched teams TUESDAY, MARCH 12 th at 1.30 o’clock TERMS—CASH G. J. DOW, Proprietor W. E. NAIRN, Auctioneer CLEARING AUCTION SALE — of — FARM STOCK & IMPLEMENTS The undersigned auctioneer, Mr. W. E. Nairn has been instructed by Thos. D. Wren to sell by Public Auc­ tion at Lot 28, Concession 13, Hibbert Tp., one half -mile east of Chiselhurst, on THURSDAY MARCH 7th at 1 o’clock sharp the following HORSES—One matched team of gray general purpose geldings 6 & 7 years old, good single or double. A real farm team. One matched team of general purpose blacks filly and gelding rising 3 and 4 years old well broken. A choice young team. CATTLE—One red Durham cow, 3 years old due at time of sale; one roan Durham cow, 3 years old, due in March; one Holstein cow, 4 years old, due time of sale; one Holstein cow with calf by side; one black cow 3 years old, due in April; -one white cow 7 years old, due in April; one pure-bred Durham cow, 3 years old, due in May; cue Polled Angus covw, 6 years old, due in May; one Here­ ford cow, 8 years old, due in June; one black cow, 5 years old, due in June; one roan Durham cow, 5 yrs. old, due in September; one Holstein heifer due in September. The above cows are tested for tuberculosis and contagious abor­ tion. 3 yearling steers, 2 yearling heifers IMPLEMENTS—One good as new Massey-Harris stiff 'tooth cultivator used two seasons; 1 waggon good as new; 1 new hay rack; 1 Massey-Har- risris mower in good shape; 1 3-sec- tion set of harrows; 1 McCormick binder; 1 set of team sleighs; 1 Cockshut riding plow; 1 new Fleury walking plow; 1 land roller; 1 disc seed drill; 1 spindle spoked rubber- tired fop buggy in good shape; 1 Portland cutter. HARNESS— One new back-band set of team harness; 1 -third horse harness; 1 set single harness. HAY, GRAIN ROOTS AND FOWL About 8 tons of hay; quantity of feer hats; quantity of seed oats; quantity of roots, mangolds and tur­ nips; 75 well bred Rock/hens, pullets and yearlings. A number of articles too 'numerous to mention, terms of sale Hay, grain, roots and fowl, Cash, Balance, all sums of twentw dollars and under, cash; over that amount $ month’s credit will be given on fur­ nishing approved joint bankable notes with a discount of 6 per cent pei’ annum off for cash on credit amounts. No reserve as the proprietor has other interests and is .giving up farm* lug ahd everything must be sold,, THOMAS D. WHEN, jprop. W> E. NJATRN, Auctioneer.