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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1938-03-31, Page 1ESTABLISHED 1873 Made-to-Measure Suit Sale FRIDAY AFTERNOON, APRIL 1st A special representative of one of Ontario’s largest Made-to-Measure Men’s Tailoring Companys will be at this store on Friday afternoon, April 1st, with a beautiful range of newest colors in suitings for Spring. If you require a special measure in a suit or Spring Overcoat now is your opportunity to get your new suit or coat in time for Easter. We Have The New Style Shoes Gaberdine Shoes are newest for Spring with blue and black in the lead. We have a smart range of them, in low, medium or spike heels and in widths A to D. Also a large assortment, laid out on tables, of good shoes, all sizes in the lot, on sale at $2.00 Ladies’ Misses’ and Girls’ Spring Coats and Suits You are cordially invited to inspect our large stock of Ladies*, Misses’ and Girls’ Spring Coats, Suits and Dresses. We have a large stock to select from in all popular sizes including half-sizes. Our prices are very reasonable. See our Martha Washington House-Dresses for the Spring and Summer. Complete Showing of Furnishings for the Home New Rugs, Linoleums, Congoleums, Table and Floor Oilcloths, Curtains and Cur­ tain Nets, Window Blinds and Curtain Rods at very attractive prices. Men’s Wear For Easter Spring Overcoats, Suits, Neckwear, Gloves, Ties, Braces, Belts, Shirts, Etc. now ready for the Easter trade. Monarch Yarns Monarch Yams are recognized as among the best in the trade. We have a large range of shades to choose from also knitting needles, circular needles, knitting books with instructions, etc. Crepe-de-lame—This is a new number of Monarch Silk Wool just added to the stock. Popular colors for Summer wear at 29c. a skein. I FRACTURED ARMS Murray, 8-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hedley May, of No, 4 Highway, south of Exeter, in jumping from a swing at liis home Monday afternoon fell and in throwing out his left arm to break the fall dislocated and frac­ tured the arm at the elbow. The fracure was set by Dr. Dunlop. iMr. G. S. Howard had the misfor­ tune to fall and fracture both bones of his left arm near the elbow on Saturday last. Mr. Howard was do­ ing some spring work around his garage and was standing on a box when the boards gave way and lie fell backwards. He put out his arm to break the fall with the above result. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS (Mr. Wm. Penhale observed his 84th birthday on Friday last and in the evening the family were enter­ tained to a 'birthday dinner. Mr. Penhale was the recipent of some beautiful flowers and many cards of congratulations and best wishes. A birthday (Celebration was (held Thursday, March 24tli for Mr. Thos. Appleton at the home of .iris son Mr. Gordon Appleton. A fowl dinner was served at 6 p.m. to 21 relatives and friends followed by an evening of cards. 'Mr. Appleton is 83 years of alge. Big B Brand Work Shirts Now ready for Spring. Large Shirts. Good materials. Reasonable Prices. SPECIAL—Ladies’ and Girls’ Spring Coating—54 inches wide at $1.50 per yard. SHOWER FOR BRIDE-ELECT An attractively arranged bridal shower was held this week at the home of Mrs. J. Jones, Beaconsfield avenue, in honor of her niece, Miss Irene Griffiths, returned Missionary from India, whose marriage to Rev. Thomas Edgar, of the Pentecostal Church, Exeter, will take place next month. Games were played, prizes ,going to Mrs. J. Hawkins and Mrs. C. Denley. The bride was presented with a pretty artificial bridal bou­ quet among which, were verses tell­ ing where e’ach gift would be found. Many lovely and useful gifts were received. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by her nieces, Misses May and Annie McGuire.—London Free Press MOTOR ACCIDENT (Shortly after one o’clock Sunday morning while Mr. Reg. Beavers was on his way home from Sarnia the car he was driving collided with an­ other ear driven by Mr. Harold Ashton, of St. Thomas, and both cars took to the ditch and were bad­ ly damaged. .Mr. Beavers was only about a mile and a half from home and as the hour was late he was feel­ ing drowsy and failed to turn out when coming up to the Ashton car, In the Ashton car were Mr. and Mrs, Ashton and their daughter Joyce and a brother of the driver. The latter two were in the back seat asleep and escaped unhurt. Mrs. Ashton was thrown against the front of the car and her chest was injured. Mr. Ashton was injured in the back and it is feared now that it has been fra’cWred. Mr. Beavers suffered a slight bruise and Miss Dowie, of Sarnia, who was with Mr. Beavers, suffered a cut over the eye which re­ quired foui’ stitches and was other­ wise bruised. Both of the ladies suffered from shock. Following the accident Mr. Beavers came to town, secured his father’s car and had the accident victims removed to Dr. Dunlop’s office and later to the home of his parents where they re­ mained until Sunday afternoon. They were on their way to Goderich to see a sick uncle when the accident occurred. The body of the Ashton car Was badly wrecked and it is a mystery how the occupants escaped as well as they did. The front end of Mr. Beaver’s car was damaged. Dur­ ing the years that Mr. Beavers has been driving this was his first acci­ dent and he did everything possible for those who were injured, Traffic Officer Robinson investigated the ac­ cident. J?,■?!?!!:■■.......... „■». ■ ,.iwrr;-flri w l. FARM HOME BURNED Archie McCurdy barely escaped with his life from the home of his son, Alvin McCurdy, of the 12th Concession of Usborne Township, near Kirkton, on Saturday night wihen the one and a half storey frame house took fire shortly be­ fore ten o’clock. Mr. McCurdy Sr., was at home alone and had retired early. He was awakened by dense clouds of smoke and the crackling -of wood burning. He attempted gal­ lantly to subdue the flames which seemed to have originated in the kit­ chen, but all in vain and he .had to flee the house. The sparks and flames illuminated the sky for miles around and within a few minutes cars numbering almost a hundred had congregated at the farm. A bucket brigade was formed to save the barn, but according to one eye witness tlhe direction of the wind was the only thing that saved it. Had the wind been 100 feet in the opposite direction a thousand men could not Ihave saved the barn and driving shed. Only a few odd pieces of the house furnishings were saved, but it is understood that the (house and furniture are insured. The fire fanned by the high wind, burned tlhe dwelling to the ground. It was very fortunate in one sense that Alvin McCurdy, owner of the ihouse and his family were away as there might easily Ihave been a fatality. Mr. McCurdy has two children (both •under five years of age. Cause of the fire has not been determined. Special Values for Thursday, Friday, Saturday CORNED BEEF Helmet Brand Aylmer Choice PEACHES O tine No. 2 tin, squat .................« UUb CANNED PEAS O f:nc OE- Standard grade 17 oz. tin. ...^ ** llllO OVALTENE parL AQr Large size with free China Thug v<IUll vUt 2 tins 23c Hillcrest SOAP CHIPS In bulk, good quality HEINZ CATSUP Large Bottle .. LUX FLAKES Small 10c. 3 lb. 25c each 19c I Phone 32 large pkg. 23c DAISY BROOMS „_„L Light Weight ........................CaLll Your Superior Store I HUTCHINSON—CLARK A quiet wedding was solemnized on Saturday, March 26 th, when Evelyn May, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Clark of the 14th Con­ cession, Stephen; was united in mar­ riage to Arthur Hutchinson, son of Mrs. Hutchinson and the late Gor­ don Hutchinson, of Parkhill. The attendants were James Clark and Nola Hutchinson, brother of the bride and sister of the groom. The ceremony was performed by Rev. D. Gladman, at the United Church par­ sonage. The bride was lovely in a gown of turquoise blue, navy sheer jacket with accessories to match. A reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents. The living room was nicely decorated in pink and white streamers. Sixty guests were present and the evening was spent in (games and dancing. One of the rooms in the Clark home was given over to a display of many beautiful and useful gifts attesting to the esteem in which the happy ■couple is held by'friends and rela­ tives. They will take up residence on the tenth concession of Stephen. DEATH OF J. ROWCLIFFE Mr. John Rowcliffe, a life-long resident of this community died Tuesday at his home on the highway south of Hensall, followinig an ill­ ness of several months. The deceas­ ed was in .his 74th year. Mr. Row­ cliffe was born in »1864 on a farm neau Winchelsea, Usborne Township, a son of the late John Rowcliffe. Forty-six years ago he was united in marriage with Helen Bishop who predeceased him last June. Mr. Row­ cliffe had been living on the farm on which he died for the past seven years and previous to that he lived on the farm now occupied by Mr; Reg. Knight. He was a man. of Stirling character, well known and highly esteemed in the community. Foi* years he was a member of Caven Presbyterian church and since mov­ ing nearer Hensall he was a mem­ ber of the Hensall United Church. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Reg. Knight. Mrs. Burnett, of Toronto, who for the past year has been with her father; Arcihie, Oliver and Ellgin, all of the Highway. The funeral, private, will be held on Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev, Mr. Sinclair. Interment in tho Exeter cemetery. PRESENTATION On Monday evening Mr. and Mrs. Herman Mitchell were pleasantly surprised when neighbors and friends gathered at their ihome to spend a social eveninlg .previous to their departure to make their home in Exeter. During the course of the evening Mr. Lloyd Hodgson read an address, and Miss Mildred Hicks pre­ sented Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell with three reversible wool blankets. Words of appreciation were expres­ sed by the recipients. Lunch was served by the friends. Cards and dancing were enjoyed. WORLD FAMOUS MUSICAL COMEDY “THE DESERT SONG’’ 15 Musical Features by Sigmund Romberg PRESENTED BY ST. PAUL’S CHURCH, KIRKTON Auspices of the Main Street Y. P. U. Exeter Leavitt’s Theatre, Exeter THURSDAY, APRIL 7 th, at 8 sharp Magnificent Story of the French Foreign Legion! Ran for Months in London and New York! Your Laughs are Absolutely Guaranteed! GERALD PAUL . BILLY MILLS ............................ STAN HOWE .......... MISS EVELYN WALKOM ....................... I* ................"•••/......... BINGO!! THURSDAY NIGHT at 8.30 p.m. in the Legion Club Rooms 15 Good Prizes SPECIAL DOOR PRIZE Admission 25c. Final Bingo of the Season BINGO AND DANCE AT HENSALL ON FRIDAY EVENING A whole evening’s fun for 35c. ....... JAMES HOWE ........... RAY MILLS MBS. B. SWITZER 26 People in the Cast: Sid El Kar, a rebel ............................................(.. Bennie, comedian .................... Paul Fontaine, a captain ....... Margot, a guest .................... General Birabeau, governor ... Pierre Birabeau, Iris only son Susan, comedienne ............... Edith, Susan’s friend ................................. MISS ETHEL COPELAND Ali Ben Ali, Caid of the Riffs ........(................................HUGH BERRY Azuri, Ben Ali’s favorite ................... ........................ MBS. S. WHITE Clementina, a Spanish girl .......<»....•................. MISS MABEL BERRY Mindar, a rebel ................................................................ LEON PAUL Hass4, a cut-tlhroat .................................................... REG PAUL." La Vergne, French Lieutenant .............................................BILL LOTT DeBoussac, French Sergeant ............................................. MAC HOWE Hadji, a Riff Farmer .............................................. HAROLD O’BRIEN and 10 others of a supporting cast ADULTS 35c. — CHILDREN 20c. A 3-ACT PLAY “Two Days to Marry” will be presented in CENTRALIA UNITED CHURCH by the Centralia Y. P. Friday Eve., Apr. 1st Admission 25c. and 15c. A SUCCESSFUL EVENT The Elocution and Musical Festi­ val held in Main Street United chiuirch under the auspices of the Women’s Institute, proved a very interesting and successful event. The boys and girls who took part in the elocution, story-telling and mus­ ical numbers are to be commended for their effort and attainment. The following wen’e awarded the .prizes which consisted o-f books suitable for the different ages: Junior Elocu^ tion, Marie Melville, Paul Balkwill; senior elocution, Brunnelle Watson, Marjorie Flynn; .Story- telling, Gwenneth Jones, Margaret Hill, Mac Girant; junior solo, Marguerite Ho- gaith, Ethel Delve; senior solo, Keith Gordon, June iSmith; duet, Marie Melville and Shirley Appleton, Betty Elliott and 'Shirley Moise; piano, Betty Elliot, June Bierling. The judges were as follows: Elocu­ tion, Mrs. R. ICestle, Mrs. Beavers, Rev. D. €. Hill; IStoiry-telling, Mrs. Page, Miss Wood, Rev. A. E. Eliott; ISolos and duets, Rev. Mr. Young, IMrs. A. Morgan; piano, Mrs. (Rev.) Young, Mrs. Carey. OPERATIONS ■On Tuesday Miss Hazel Jones, aged 15, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, south of Exeter, under­ went an operation in St. Joseph’s Hospital for mastoid trouble. Audrey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sims, a student at the Exeter High School, underwent an opera­ tion for appendicitis at St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, Wednesday night of last week, and is getting along nicely. On Thursday evening Douglas Brintnell, aged 9 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Brintnell, was taken to Victoria Hospital, London, where he was operated on for appendicitis He is doing as well as can be ex­ pected. IN HOSPITAL Word has been received here that Mr. Art. Metzer, of Grand Rapids, Midh'., formerly of Detroit, is in hos­ pital suffering from a fractured leg. Mr. Metzer was having trouble with his car and was stalled on the road­ side. He was at the rear of the auto wihen was struck by an on­ coming motorist, his leg being bad­ ly smashed. Mr. Metzer will be re­ membered as having visited Exeter on Several occasions and joined with the Exeter Gun Club on their rabbit drives. “SMALL TOWN ROMEO” 3-act Comedy will be presented by Y. P. U. of Crediton United Church in the TOWN HALL, CREDITON on WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6th Admission 26c. arid 15c. Come and enjoy a good laugh! REV. J. B. MOORE B.A., of Grand Bend will give his illustrated lecture “PALESTINE IN PICTURES” ~ in the —* CENTRALIA United Church THURSDAY, APRIL 7th Admission 25c. and 10c. LECTURE ‘"THE LUGGAGE OF LIFE” un­ der the auspices of Group 4 of the W. A., Of Jam6s St. church will be given on Friday, April 8tli by ReV. D. MicTavlsh, of Calvary United church, London. This lecture is ohe hour and a quarter of wholesome entertainment. A combination of Wit, wisdom and whimsicality, sense and nonsense, humor and pathos skillfully woven together so as to in­ sure against a dull moment. Every­ thing from nicknames to religion goes into the Luggage. LIONS AT STRATHROY Twelve members of the Exeter Li.ons Club motored to Strathroy Tuesday evening to attend the dis­ trict meeting of Zone 2. The zone Comprises the 'dubs of Sarnia, Pet­ rolia, Strathroy, London, St. Thomas and Exeter and all the clubs were well represented. A banquet was served in the Town Hall by the Daulgihters of the Empire. A splen­ did musical program was ’provided. Lion Wm. Street, of "St* Thomas, was elected the new Deputy District Gov- erner to succeed D. D.G. Whi. Wright of Strathroy. Prof, Fred Landon, of Western University, Whs the guest speaker. Jas. Bowey, of town, was successful In winning a coffee percolator in a draw, I. O. O. F. EUCHRE The members of the I.O.O.F. to­ gether with their lady friends en­ joyed a progressive euchre in the lodge rooms Wednesday evening of last week. Twenty-four tables were in play. Following the (games tlhe Harmony Trio favored the gather­ ing with several selections. Lunch was served at the close. Several visitors were present including Mr. B. W. Carlisle, of Hensall, D.D.G.M., and Mrs. Carlisle; Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Statiham and Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hodgert, of London. The men were called on for short speeches. Mr. B. M. Francis acted as chairman. The prize Vinners were: Ladles* high Mrs. Steiner; igent’s high, A. E. Wuetth; gent’s lone hands, A. J. Penhale; Mrs. W. J. Statham and Mrs. A. Rundle cut for the laides’ Ione hand and the format von. HONORED BEFORE MOVING On Monday evening, March' 28th, a number of friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. John Flynn gather­ ed at their home, south of Crediton, to hoiioi’ them before leaving for their new home south of Exeter, on No. 4 highway. During the evening Mr. and Mrs. Flynn were made the recipients of a beautiful set of dish­ es. The address was read by Mr. E. Faulder and the presentation was made by Messrs. Robert and Garnet Flynn. The remainder of the even­ ing was spent in cards and dancing and a good time was had by all. The address was as follows; Dear Mr. and Mrs. Flynn: Having learned with' regret that you are about to move from this neighborhood we felt we could not let you go without expressing our sorrow, but feel our loss will be others’ gain. As a token Of respect we ask you to accept these dishes and hope as you, use them you. will think of old friends and neighbors. Signed on behalf of this assemblage Ed. Faulder, Robt. Flynn Garnet Flynn S. S. ANNIVERSARY The Sunday School of the James Street United Church observed their anniversary on Sunday and the ser­ vices of the day were a splendid suc­ cess. At the morning service a young people’s choir led the seryice of song and the scholars of the in­ termediate. department occupied the west gallery and sang two selections. The pastor, Rev. A. Page, preached a splendid sermon appropriate for the scholars.Hi Pageant in the Evening- In the evening a three-act relig­ ious drama “Ruth” was presented in a colorful setting to a large con­ gregation. Dressed in elaborate costumes those taking part portray­ ed this beautiful biblical story in a most impressive manner. The first act portrayed the ihome in Bethle­ hem with Naomi weeping because of famine in the land of Canaan. Elime­ lech decided to take his wife and two sons Mahlon and Cihilion to the land of Moab beyond Jordon. The family prepared to leave. Boaz and neigh­ bor women make a farewell visit. The second act depicts a flower garden in Moab. The two sons plan a double wedding with Ruth and Orpiha. Naomi grieves over the death of her husband and later the three women grieve over the death of their men folk. Naomi plans to return to her native land. Orpha re­ turns to her people while Ruth clings to her mother-in-law. In the third act Boaz becomes angry be­ cause one of the reapers rebuked a maiden gleaning in the field. He later learns that the maiden is Ruth, widow of his nephew. He makes known his love for her. Friends -of the bridegroom make merry and ten vingins await the coming of the bridegroom, followed by the wedding ceremony. Those taking part were as follows: Boaz, Garnet Hicks; Elimelech, S. B. Taylor; Mahlon, Wm. Allison; Chilion, Joe Creech; Benjamin, Dr. Cowen; Priest, E. Buswell; Grooms­ man, G. Koch; Ruth, Lulu. Linden­ field; Orpha, Pearl Wood; Naomi, Reta Rowe; bridesmaid, Jean Sheere Neighbor women, Mrs. Wm. Allison, Celia Christie, Meta 'Salter, (Mary MicKaig; Boaz’s friends, A. Fawcett, Ray Creech, Howard Kerslake, Gor­ don May, Gordon Kleinfeldt, A. Wuerth, Grant Taylor, Orville Snell, Laverne Christie, Virgins, Helen Westcott, Helen Buswell, Margaret Melville, June Clarke, Grace Snell, Isabelle Appleton, Pauline Rollick, Jean Appleton, Iva and Ila Willis. Pianist, Mrs. H. C. Carey. Directors, Misses May Jones, Alice Handford, Flossie Hunter and Florence Down. Mr. Geo. Grant played a couple of violin selections between acts; DO YOU KNOW THAT— The village of Francis and the vil­ lage of Exeter was formed and con­ tained over 1,000 souls on March 29, 1873—Just 64 years ago. The first council meeting was on April 15, 1873 at one o’clock. Exeter had a Market Square at one time on the road leading to the Railway Station. Exeter had two fire company’s at one time being of the hand pattern. William Sanders was the first post­ master of Exeter. John Rattenbury was the first mail carrier operating between Lon­ don and Goderich and it took one week to make the round trip. Look, and see what we get today. James Willis and wife were the first white settlers in Exeter extend­ ing over 20 miles in any direction, year 1832—105 years ago, Exeter had it first sawmill in 1833. Mr. McConnell had the first grist mill in 1834 at Exeter. Isaac Carling had the first tannery in 1847; also the first store. James Pickard opened up a store the followinig year. Exeter had 2 large grist and chopping mills, 2 planing mills, one hub and bending factory, 2 cooper­ ages, 1 sawmill, 5 wagon and car­ riage factories and a large number of blacksmith, 2 banks, 2 telegraph offices, weekly paper called (The Times), 5 churches besides barber shops, butchers and bakers. 7 gen- eral stores, 3 hardwares, 6 groceries 2 drug stores, 2 book stores, 2 jew­ ellers 5 boot and shoe stores, 3 tin stores, 6 harness shops, 6 hotels, 4 merchant tailors, 2 livery barns, 1 liquor store, 6 doctors, 2 lawyers, one music store, 2 photograph gal- laries. Jiust south of fixetef miles was the old Devon Hotel. Do you re­ member those^days?S. J. s. BRIDE-TO-BE SHOWERED A very enjoyable event took place on Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Corbett, Blind Line, Hay, when some fonty of their neighbors and friends gathered at their home in honor of their daugh­ ter Edna Mae, bride-elect this week. A short proigram was first given: solo by Jean Armstrong “Robin Red­ breast” accompanied on the piano by her mother, Mrs. Geo. Armstrong. Tap. dancing by Eileen Munn; piano instrumental by Miss Helen- Dick. A numbeu of games and contests were then enjoyed. After this part of the program was over a decorated wagon was drawn into the dining room by Miss Jean Mousseau heavily, laden with beautiful gifts. These were handed to the bride by her nephew, Ross Corbett. 'Miss Evelyn Corbett sister of the bride-elect, assisted in the opening of the gifts. Miss Cor­ bett in a few well chosen words thanked the friends for their beau­ tiful (gifts and good wishes. All pres­ ent then joined in singing “For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow.” A dainty lunch was served. Miss Corbett is to be married on Saturday, April 2, to Mr. Norman Wesley Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Jones, Kippen. AT PARKHILL BANQUET Messrs. T. Prdy© and C. V. Pick­ ard were in Parkhill Wednesday ev­ ening of last week attending a ban­ quet that was tendered to the Park­ hill hockey players. Parkhill is considering the erection of a new skating rink and have been impres­ sed with the Exeter Arena. Messrs. Pryde and Pickard were called on for short addresses outlining the mannei* in which Exeter had gone about to secure a new building and tfhe success that has been made of it. FORMER STAFFA RESIDENT DIES Mrs. Frederick .f. Kerslake, form­ er resident of Seaforth, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. I. Hill in Listowel. iShe was in her 76th' year. She was born in Hiblbert Tp. three miles from Staffa, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Fell. She resided in that district during most of her life. She married Fred J1. Kerslake and 16 years ago they moved into Seaforth where they since resided. Her husband died last month; Al­ though Mrs. Kerslake has been In poor health for the past few years slhe has only been seriously ill for the past four months. Her illness prompted her to make her home with, her only child, Mrs. D. X. Hill, in Listowel. Besides her daughter she Is survived by two sisters, Mrs. R* Stephenson, Varna and Mrs Pred VI“ pond, Staffa. The remains were taken to Seaforth.