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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1937-12-23, Page 5* V >■ f ■r A * ft* < r v I •/ X. yuletide euchre and NOVELTY dance Hensall Town Hall WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20th at 8.30 sharp Good Prizes —- Good Music Fun Galore — Balloons Streamers, Etc. Lunch will be provided General A4nii^sion-**85c. Boyd and children, visiting with Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Fred in t/his district are HENSALL Miss Annie Jarrott, of Hillsgreen, visited friends in town last week. Mr. William Fee visited with his. friends in London for a few days last week. Mr. Nelson Blatchford has been very poorly at his home for several weeks. Mr. William Dow has been very poorly for several weeks at his home on Queen St. A special Christmas service will be held in St. Paul’s Anglican ehurch on Christmas Day. Mr. William Dow, of Windsor, is visiting with his parents Mr. and Mrs. William Dow Sr, Mr. Owen Geiger has been confin­ ed to his home for several days suf­ fering from a severe cold. ’ The Rink Committee are busy1 get­ ting the rink flooded and hope to have skating for Christmas. 'Commencing next week tihe Hen­ sall stores will he closed Tuesday evenings for the winter months. Mr. Alex Filshie, who has been attending the University of Toronto is home for the 'Christmas holidays. Mr, and Mrs. Ohas. A. McDonell accompanied by their daughters Dor­ othy and Mildred visited in London last week, Mrs. Norman of Guelph, are Boyd’s parents Smallacombe. ■The farmers taking advantage of the good sleigh­ ing and are hauling a lot of saw logs to Welsh’s saw mill. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Parsons who celebrated their forty-second wedding anniversary at their,home on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Sweitzer and children and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bowen, of 'Grand Bend, were visitors with relatives in town on Sunday. Miss Ethel Murdock is assisting at the post office during the Christ­ mas rush. The Christmas mail so far, has been the heaviest in years. Miss Mildred JFollick nurse-in- 'training- at Victoria Hospital, Lon­ don, speht the week-end here with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Fol-' lick. Mr. Geo. Ramsay, of Toronto, is spending the ’Christmas holidays with his uncle Mr. Will Reynolds and aunts, Miss Reynolds and Mrs. Robinson. Mr. Norman Sinclair and his sist­ er Miss Marion Sinclair^ olf Toronto, •are spending the Christmas holidays with their parents Rev. Arthur and Mrs. Sinclair. Miss Minnie Reid was in Goderich on Monday last attending the funeral .of her cousin the late Miss Matheson who died there from pneumonia and heart failure. Mrs. Ostberg, of Dominion City, Man., accompanied by her daughter Mrs. Baskerville, of Airnaut, Man., .are visiting with Mrs. Ostberg’s sis­ ter Mrs. James Simpson. Miss Lois MoClinchey, bride-elect of Saturday was recently presented by Miss Ellis’ Sunday School class, with a handsome water set accom­ panied by their best wishes. Mr. and Mrs. John Bolton accom­ panied by Mrs. John ’Stewart and Mrs. Geo. ‘Snell, of Exeter and Mr. (Hogan, of Lucknow, left on Wednes­ day for Florida, where they will spend the winter. Mrs. Manson’s group Of the Ladies’ Aid of Carmel Presbyterian church held a sale of home made cooking in Mrs. gangster’s store on Thursday afternoon. A nice sum of money was realized. The Hensall Public and Continu- 1 ation Schools closed for the Christ­ mas holidays on Wednesday after­ noon. Each school held their own entertainment and Christmas Tree the same day, providing splendid programs. A large number of patents and friends of tlxe pupils were pres­ ent ■ to enjoy the afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Hudson have received woi’d from their son Cecil Hudson that his wife had passed away at their home in Chicago on December 13th after a few days ill­ ness from pheumonia. The funeral took place from her late home in Chicago on December l(6ith with in- . terment in a Chicago cemetery. Ce­ cil’s many friends'here will be very . sorry to hear oif his sad loss. Get Rid Of The Cough That Sticks Don’t Let It Settle In The Bronchial Tubes Dr. Wood's Norway Pine Syrup < I Loosens The Phlegm and Mucous Dislodges Accumulations A t MILBURN CO.. LTIL PRODUCT Mr. Fred Smallacombe opened up his new restaurant the "Cosy CQr- ner” for business on Saturday morn­ ing. It is in the former Bank of Commerce building which Mr. Small­ acombe recently purchased and is on the best corner in town. Both the dining room and restaurant are beautifully finished and equipped with everything necessary and is the equal of any large city restaurant Mr. Smallacombe is to be congratu­ lated on his enterprise. A trip through the different Hen­ sall stores on Monday, .showed that the merchants are doing a big Christ­ mas business. Every store was crowded with buyers who seemed de­ lighted with the largej varied and beautiful stocks of,Christmas goods to choose from. The windows of each store are very attractive. Every effort will be made to look after the wants of the large crowd of buyers who will be in town on Thursday af­ ternoon for the Community Christ­ mas Tree. Hensall W. I. A meeting of the Hensall Women’s Senior Institute was held on Wed­ nesday evening last at the home ot Mrs. R. J. Moore. The meeting op­ ened with the singing of the Insti­ tute Ode and "Joy to the World,” this was followed by the Lord’s pray­ er in unison. A business period was held, the roll called and which was answered with "What I Would Like for Christmas," The motto "Peace on Earth, Good Will Towards Men,” was given by Miss Mabel Workman. A piano instrumental by Miss Ruth Young and a vocal solo by Rev. W. A. Young. A splendid and very in­ teresting address on "'Conservation and Reforestration” was given by Mr. Ian McLeod, of Clinton, Huron County Agricultural representative, and guest speaker pf the evening. ‘‘Silent Night, Holy Night’’ was sung' and the Mizpah benediction pro­ nounced. A social half hour was then spent, Christmas gifts exchang­ ed and lunch served. S. S. Entertainment The Sunday .School of St. Paul’s Anglican church held their entertain­ ment and Christmas Tree in the basement of the church on Friday evening. There was a 'beautifully decorated 'Christmas ‘Tree loaded with presents. Santa Claus was pres­ ent to distribute the presents from the tree. This was Santa’s first visit to Hensall this Christmas time and his visit was greatly enjoyed by those present and he expected to be in Hensall several more times before Christmas day. A splendid program was presented with' Rev. M. A.. Hunt acting as chairman. A play, the story of Bethlehem was given by the schol­ ars of the Sunday School; recitation "A Christmas Tip” by Fred Robin­ son; song, '‘Holy Night” by Shirley Wolff and Mona,Hedden; recitations by Mona McEwen, Shirley Wolff and Helen Wolf f. musical selections by George Pearce on the guitar and Geo. Ramsay on the month organ. Tiiinoy-McOlincliey A quiet but pretty wedding took place at the United Church manse on Saturday afternoon December 18 at 2.3 0, when Rev. Arthur Sinclair united in marriage Laius Mary Mc­ Clinchey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Janies McClinchey, of Hensall, .and Jack Mervyn Russell Tinney, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Tinney, of Hay Township. Mrs. Manley Jinks, sis­ ter olf the bride was bridesmaid and Mr. Manley Jinks was groomsman. The charming bride was gowned in a Royal taffeta ankle length gown on princess lines with bolero jacket and accessories to match. The bridesmaid’s dress was of glory blue crepe, trimmed in silver. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was ser­ ved at the home of Mr. and Mrs. iVl. Jinks to the immediate relatives and friends. Tlhe dining room was beautifully decorated and the bride’s table was centred with the wedding cake. After dinner the young couple left on a motor trip to London and other points."' -The bride’s travelling dress was of navy taffeta trimmed in silver, wiiie coat with black trim­ mings and wine colored ihat with ac­ cessories to match. On their return they will reside on the groom’s farm on the Blind1 Line, Hay Township. Mr. and Mrs. T'inney have the best wishes of their many friends. Villugto Council The last regular meeting of the Village Council was held on Wed­ nesday last, at 8 p.m. as per Statute in the Council Chambers with all the members present. Minutes of the previous meeting were. read. Jones & .Shepherd that the . minutes be adopted as.,, read. Carried. C. Moore appeared -as a delegate from the Chamber of Commerce ask- ■ ing for tihe usual grant for the Christmas . ’f'ree. Twitchell & (Shep­ herd: That we grant tihe Chambei* ■ of Commerce ten dolalrs toward the ' Christmas. I’ree. Carried. George.Fee reported re Toll Tax < collections as being very good, F. G. Bonthron, Tax iCollector ported re Tax Collections the rears being $936,216? same being per cent, less than last year. Jones & Shepherd; That the CoL lector he instructed not to collect business taxes of Southcott Bros.. aL so B. Hicks.’ carried. Brock & Twitchell: That wo ex­ tend Tax toll until next re/gniar meeting. Carried, Communications read as follows: county Tfoasufpr t)ept. law. re­ ar- 4'0 re Tax Deed; of Highways re Traffic Dy- Same filed. Bills and accounts: Chamber of Commerce, Christmas tree, $10,00; County Terasurer, tax Deed $3.76; O. Twitchell, telephone and car expense $2.00; I, Geiger teaming streets and rink $'9.2'0; ,A. W- E. Hemphill, supplies hall $3.75; Cudmore, $10.0'0; j $1.50; $4.93; lights $1,006.00',' County of Huron, County rates $1510,17; School Bd., school rates $34<5I6.I17; Publie Lib ray, library rates $195.20; H. Bell, labour rink $3.40; R. Hedden, ditto $4.00; Levi Rands ditto $3.2'0; W. Taylor "streets $14.50, rink $3.20, total $1.7.70; total $6240.98.. Jones & Brock: That we pay Coun­ cillor Twitchell $2.00 for car ex­ penses and telephone calls. Carried. Brock & Twitchell: That accounts as read be paid. Carried. Jones & .Shepherd; That we ad­ journ. Carried James A, Paterson, Clerk Death of Mrs. Richard Blatchford,, Mrs. Charlotte Blatchford, widow, of the late Richard Blatchlford and a well-known and highly respected resident of Hensall for over 20 years passed away on Saturday af­ ternoon at the .home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jinks. She was in her 85th year. Mrs. Blatchford /had been in ■poor health for some time and about ten days ago. suffered a severe stroke from which she failed to rally. She was a daughter olf the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Harvey, of Usborne Township and spent her early life there. About 3 7 years ago she ried Richard Blatchford and to live in North Dakota. They moved back to Exeter, coming Exeter to Hensall aibout 20 years ago. After the death of Mr. iBtlatch- ford five years ago she lived for sev­ eral years with her brother, the late Charles Harvey, of Exeter. Two years ago she came back to Hensall and has since resided with her step daughter, Mrs. where she has had the best of nurs­ ing and care. the Hensall United church and was an active and willing church worker. .She is survived by one brother “Wes­ ley Harvey, of British Columbia, and two sisters in Saskatchewan. The late Joseph, Charles and Thomas Harvey, of Exeter were brothers of the ' . iheld sail, ment Union cemetery, vices at the church and the grave were conducted by her pastor, Rev. Arthur iSinclair. Miss Florence Welsh sang a beautiful solo "The Unbroken Circle" at the churcUr ser­ vice, The pallibearers were: Messrs. Meryin Brown, John Passmore,. Wil­ liam Woods. G. Dunn, Luther Row- cli'ffe and Frank Down. Among those who attended the funeral from a distance were; Mrs. Thos. Harvey, Mr. E. C. Harvey, Mrs. E. Buswell. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Christie, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Rowcliffe, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Coates, of Exeter and Harold iSherritt, of Toronto. A large num­ ber of ed the spects. gravel, 'Streets and rink Moore Bros., repairs hall, Municipal World, supplies Hydro Commission, street THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE CANDIES 12-J6-2tp»We have choice quality New Raisins, Currants, Dates, Bleached Sultanas, Cherries, Peels (cut or whole), Pineapple Rings, all colors, Almonds, Walnuts, Spices and Flavorings, Everything for your Christmas Cake or Mincemeat. WX’RSDAY, DEO1BEH 23, 1087 mar- went later from Charles Jinks and She was a member of deceased. The funeral was from the United church, Hen- on Monday afternoon, inter­ taking place in the Hensall The funeral ser- relatives and friends attend- funeral to pay their last re- Christmas Services 'Christmas services were held ■the different churches in Hensall .Sunday and large congregations were out, to enjoy the services. United Church At the United Church the pastor Rev. Arthur Sinclair preached both morning and evening, his sermons being appropriate for the Christmas .season. The choir had special Christmas music prepared. Those tak- inng special parts at the morning service were: solo and choir, Mrs. A. Clark; anthem, "I Bring Good Tid­ ings”; soloist, Miss Florence Welsh, Miss McMurchy and Mr. Harry Hor­ ton; solo, a French carol5 Dr. Smil- lie. At the evening service the choir again had‘a splendid musical program. Those assisting in the’ special parts were: solo and choir, Mr. Harry Horton; solo and Choir, Mr. Claud Blowes; anthem, “Glory to God”; soloist, Mr. W. O. Goodwin anthem, "Above the Hills"; soloist, Dr. Smillie; solo and choir Miss Love. in on IL. in the Carmel (Presbyterian Church Beautiful services were held Carmel Presbyterian Church, pastor Rev. W. A. Young, occupying t.he pulpit, both morning and even­ ing and giving splendid Christmas addresses. The church was nicely decorated with Christmas ’frees and holly. Tlhe choir had special Christ­ mas music prepared. At the morning service they gave hold’’ and "Trust beautiful Bonthron, Morning" with the Junior Class of girls dressed in their pantomine gowns. They sang carols out Of the Cantata "The Nativity of Christ." Miss Margaret Dougal saftg a solo entitled "o Love'ly Star*1 with the Junior choir girls coming in on the chorus. The anthems given by the regular choir were: "Christmas Bells" and "Glory to God." > Bt, prniVs Anglican Church At St. Paul’s Anglican Church a special Christmas service was hold on Sunday morning with the Rector Rev. M. a. Hunt giving a splendid Christmas address, The choir had special Christinas music prepared especially Christmas Carols. Ip two antihems "Be- in God" and a Mrs. James W. First Christmas solo by "The In the evening along regular choir there was a DASHWOOD Dr. W. D. Bryce, L.D.S., D,£>.£. DENTAL SURGEON At office in Hartleib Block, Dash­ wood, first three days of week and at office .over the Post Office, In Zu­ rich, last three days of week. PR. W, B, COXON, B.V. Sc. Veterinary Surgeon Phone 96 Zurich, Ont. We wish to advise our customers that we have moved our stock of mill feed grain and concentrates from the chopping mill to the rear Of our store and will be pleased to serve you from this location at any time. J. 0. REID & CO. (Season’s Greetings — As minister of the Calvary Evangelical Church, Dashwood, I hereby extend greet­ ings, with best wishes for a very merry Christmas and a prosperous happy new year to the general pub­ lic in this district. Those who have met with misfortune^ sickness, sor­ row or bereavement during the past year are especially thought of in this word of cheer and good wishes. REV. H. E. RGPPEL o Tlhe Mission Circle will sing Christmas Carols to the shut-ins on Christmas Eve and after service the band with Christmas Carols. Miss Anna Tieman is few days in Toronto this week.- Miss Mary Martinson, of Elmira^ is visiting with her sister this week, Mrs. Ro'bt. Hayter spent a few days in Centralia with her mother Mrs. Willert who is confined to her home through illness. There was no service in the Luth­ eran Church last .Sunday evening owing to the illness of the pastor, Rev. Mr. Luft. Obituary John C. Reid was porn in Stanley Township near Varna, Ontario, on November 5t'h, 1866 and after a lin­ gering illness he passed away in quiet sleep on Thursday morning December 16, 1937i; He reached the age of 71 years, if’month and days. His youth hood were spent Varna. About 19 to Dashwood and keeping and -lias well and favorably known to the general public in this entire district. His passing away has removed from our midst a devoted husband, a kind father a .good citizen and a true friend. He leaves.to mourn his loss a ‘ sorrowing widow, two daughters Laura Mae (Mrs.-'Gordon Elliott) of Thedford , and Phyllis at (home. Also one grandchild, five sisters and one brother. The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon, private, with Rev. Mr. Koppel officiating. Inter­ ment in Exeter Cemetery. Pall bear­ ers were Henry Schrader, Ed. Nadi- ger, Reuiben Goetz, David Tieman John Madden and Henry Eagleson. Ladies’ Aid The Ladies Aid^of Zion Lutheran church held their Annual meeting on December 8th in the school room of the church. 'The pastor Rev. T. Luft opened the meeting with a prayer and a discourse on St. Matthew chap­ ter 1, verse 16, followed by singing of .hymn "It Came Upon tlhe Mid­ night Clear,” The business meet­ ing was then taken over and con­ ducted by the president Mrs. T. Luft. In spite of the inclement weather nineteen members respond­ ed to the roll call. The minutes of t’lie previous meeting were read, ap­ proved and adopted. After the var­ ious committees reported on the activities of the month, the meeting held its election of officers for the ensuing year. President, Mrs. T. Luft; Vice- President, Mrs. J. Schroeder; Secre­ tary, Mrs. H. Wein; Treasurer, Mrs. R. Hayter; Work’ Committee, Mrs. H. Rader, Mrs. D. Schroeder; Social Committee; Mrs. M. Laub, Mrs. F. Fassold, Mrs. T. Miller; Entertain­ ment Committee, Mrs. W. Klein- stiver, Mrs. L. Restemeyer, Mrs. A. Kuntz; Pianist, Mrs. T'. Luft; Mem­ bership Committee, Mrs. F. Preeter, Mrs. J, Willert; Parsonage Commit­ tee, Mrs. F. Guenttner, Mrs. E. Kraft Librarians, Mrs. Wm. Musser, Mrs. G. Merner ;• Auditors, Mrs. Ed. Wil­ lert, Mrs. A. Keller. The meeting closed by singing "Silent* Night, Holy Night” and the Lord’s prayer in uni­ son. the church also play spending a 11 and young man- on a farm near years ago he .came took up store- thereby become Y. P. M. U Annual The Young peoples’ Mission Circle Of the Dashwood Evangelical church Held their anntial business meeting and election of officers recently in the church basement. Harry Hoff­ man occupied the chair for the Christmas program whidih -consisted of chapter four of the Study Book "The Young Moslems Looks at Life" by Myrtle Gaiser; a Ghristmas read­ ing by Miss Gertrude amy: a clar­ inet duet by Stuart and Murray Wolfe and a solo, "Star of the East" iby Harry Hoffman also the Scripture Lesson by Carl Gestbicher. Rev. H. E. ROppel then took chage of the meeting, The secretary, Miss Aldefth Eaglesoft reported the ifteiftberslhip and fift average of 19 nt the meet­ ings. The treasurer, Miss Rlla Mar­ tinson sent in a report showing a total of $39.82 raised during the year. The report*of,“the nominat­ ing committee was than given by Miss Myrtle Gaiser and the election resulted as follows; president, Miss THE RED and WHITE STORE ■ We have a. large assortment of Christmas Capdies ip bulk or fancy boxes. Fresh Christmas Nuts mixed or separate. New Oranges, all sizes Prices and Quality are the best we have ever beep able to offer you. Special Reduced Prices for School and Xmas Concerts. FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES—California Grapes, Oranges, Bananas, Grape Fruit Cranberries, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cabbage, Carrots Turnips, Sweet Potatoes, Squash, Par­ snips, Onions, Etc.; also Oysters, Codfish, Fillets of Haddies and Fresh Frozen B. C. Salmon Phone 102 We Deliver ill Anna Tieman; Vice-President, Stuart Wolfe; Secretary, Miss Aldene Eag- leson; Treasurer, Miss Mrytle Gais- er; Pianist, Donald Oestriclher; As­ sistant pianist, Miss Gertrude Hoff­ man; Librarians, Gerald Mason Walter Weber. and MT. CARMEL Mr. and Mrs. Napoleon Geromette of London, is spending two weeks vacation with Mr. and Mrs. F. Coughlin. Mr. and Mrs. H. Shubert and babe and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Halkan, of Detroit, visited with Mr. and Houla'han last Sunday. Mr. Gordon O’Rourke spent week-end at London. iMr. and Mrs. Wilfred Hagon Mr. Abraham Desjardine spent urday in London. CREDITON EAST Mr.s. Isaac Gower and grandchild, Shirley Brunzlowj of 'Centralia, spent a few days last week with her daughters Mrs. J. Bullock and Mrs. Ross Taylor. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Merner and daughter Audrey spenr Thursday in Exeter with Mrs. R. Stewart. Mr. Charles Anderson spent Mon­ day in London. Mr. G. Parker and Vera Edwards, of Ingersoll, spent the week-end with relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Merner and children and Mr, Sam Lawson spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. David Sturgeon near Grand Bend, dohfluiui CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR S NOTICE TO CREDITORS Mr? the uBHiniujea Re: JANET MOIR, late of the Vil­ lage of Hensall, in the County of Huron, Spinster deceased. CREDITORS AND OTHERS having claims against the estate of the said deceased are required to send full particulars of such claims duly veri­ fied to the undersigned on or before January 15, 1938, after which?!date the Executors will proceed to dis­ tribute the^ assets of the said estate having regard only to the claims or which notice 'has been received, . DATED this 22nd day of Decem­ ber, 1937, FARE AND A QUARTER FOR THE ROUND TRIP Good going Thursday, December 23 until 2 p.m. Sunday. December 26. Return limit to leave destination not later than midnight, Monday, December 27, 1937. Also good going Thursday. December 30 until 2 p.m. Sunday, January 2. Returning to leave destination not later than midnight, Monday, January 3. 1938. FARE AND A THIRD FOR THE ROUND TRIP J. W. MORLEY, Solicitor fur’Executors Exeter, Ontario J What more appreciated Gift than a prepaid rail- ) 1 tl,c£et for R anywhere in Canada or > United States? Ask about this convenient plan. J -■Tickets tand complete information from any agent NATIONAL Good going Tuesday. December. 21 until Sunday, January 2 inclusive. Return limit to leave destination jiot later than midnight, Friday, January 7, 1938. more massive/ <Thm rich interior appointments of the cat match its outward beauty. Longer bodies pro­ vide more room and comfort and there is larger luggage space in all models. The De Luxe car is pow­ ered with the proved .85 horse­ power V-8 engine. Shown above (top photograph) is the De Luxe Fordor Sedan. The Standard Ford V-8 for 1958 brings new styling with a longer TpORD MOTOR Company of Can- A ada, Limited, announces the new Ford V-8 cars for 1938. For the first time Ford presents two dis­ tinct lines, the De Luxe Ford V-8 —a big luxury car—and the newly styled Standard Ford V-8. The De Luxe Ford V-8 car is entirely new in appearance, longer, roomier and more streamlined. The front design is modem and dis­ tinctive. Fenders are deeper and hood and flowing curves. Interiors are spacious and neatly appointed. New instrument panels have knobs recessed for safety. The radiator grille louvres continue back into the hood to present smooth flowing body lines from bumpei’ to bumper. It is built on the same 112-inch wheelbase as the new De Luxe and has the famous Ford V-8 engine. The new Standard Tudor Sedan is shown above (lower photograph). ••••••Now on Display at our Showrooms Phone 64 o < 1WTTYXZ -per y TOHT kMrXjLXw -JLyr JL -JmBwHmm JKmJI JKft JU Exeter