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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1938-12-29, Page 4THURSDAY, DECEMBER 39, 1938 THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE New Year’s Dance the hit of the season EXETER ARENA FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30th Dance to the Music of BENNY PALMER AND HIS EIGHT-PIECE ORCHESTRA Prizes, Favors and. Novelties Galore. All the Frolic and Frills that go with a New Year’s Celebration Fred Heaman, Master Magician, will entertain during Intermission Admission 75c.Dancing 9 pan. tc 3 a.m. Under the Auspices of the Arena Committee Everybody Welcome Dress Optional BIRTHS FJISHER—In Usborne, on Tuesday, December 27th, to Mr. and Mrs. -Charles Fisher, a son. McDOUGALL—In Usborne, on Sat urday, December 24th, to Mr. and Mrs. Horton McDougall, a daugh ter. DEATHS BROCK—In Victoria Hospital, Lon don, on Tuesday, December 27th, 1938, Grace Horn, beloved wife of the late W. J. Brock, in her 70th year. JOHNS — In Usborne, on Thursday, December 22nd, Ida Grace Pass- more beloved wife of Wm. Johns, aged 58 years and 3 months. -In Crediton on Satur- Daniel J. years, 11 MACISAAC- •day, December 24th, Maclsaac, aged 54 months and 2 days. HOBBS—In Granton, December 25th, Richard S. Hobbs, in his 76 th year. on Sunday, IN MEMORIAM DUNSFORD—In loving memory of my husband Charles A. Dunsford, who passed away five year ago now. He had a cheery smile, a pleasant way, A helping hand to all he knew. He was so kind, so generous and true On earth he nobly did his best Grant him, Jesus, Heavenly rest. Lovingly remembered by his wife IN MEMORIAM HERN — In memory of a loving father, Henry Hern, who passed away, one year ago December 31, 1937. The rolling stream of life goes on, But still the empty chair; Reminds us of the face, the smile ’Of one who once sat there. Some day we hope to meet again Some day we know not when; To clasp his hand in a better’ land, Never to part again. Ever remembered by hie Daughter, Son and Family. IN MEMORIAM DUNSFORD — In loving memory of Charles A. Dunsford, who left us five years ago. Quietly and quickly came the call His sudden death grieved us all, We have lost but God has gained One of the best the world contained. Ever remembered by Mother, Dad -Guise and Family, Sudbury, Ont. GARD OP THANKS Mr. Will Johns and family wish to express their sincere thanks to the many friends who remembered Mrs. Johns with flowers, cards and let ters while in the hospital and also for the many floral tributes and to kens of sympathy received during their recent bereavement, WILLIAM JARROTT DEAD William jarrott, 72, merchant and thresherman at Hillsgreen, died from a heart condition. Surviving are a daughter, Annie; two brothers, Nor man, Toronto; James, of Hillsgreen; two sisters, Mrs. Saunders, Exeter; and Mrs. Jones, Seattle. His wife died ei-ght years ago. The funeral will be held from the residence, Fri day, at 2 o’clock. Rev. E. F. Chand ler, of Kippen United Church, will ■officiate. Burial will be in Exeter cemetery. They say that the South Sea Is lands have the same weather the year around. How on earth do they Start a conversation there? # * # Little Girl: “Can you lend me some eggs for a hen to sit on?” Neighbor: “I didn’t know you Had a hen.” "Well, X borrowed - one to sit on your eggs so’s I’ll have some chickens of my own.” CHRISTMAS SERVICES Christmas falling on Sunday spec ial Christmas services were held in all the churches. Christmas carols and Christmas music featured all of visitors who Christmas with the the services. Many were celebrating their families were present tor services. Ideal weather prevailed and the roads were in excellent con dition for motorists. Monday was a public holiday and the day was very quietly spent. Many family reunions were held that day, A heavy snow storm visited this section Monday evening, num- by the choir at service in James with Mr. W. R. in charge. Solos M. Fletcher and MUSICAL SERVICE Varied Christmas musical bers were rendered the Sunday evening St. United church, Goulding A.T.C.M., were sung by Mrs. Miss Gertrude Camm; trio by Misses Jean Sheere, Pearl Wood and Mrs. Ellsmere; quartette by Messrs. W. Cutbush, A. E. Wuerth, E. Linden field, W. R. Goulding and Mrs. T. Coates, Mrs. Elliot, W. Cutbush and E. J. Shapton; mixed trio by Misses Helen Penhale, Celia Christie, Laur- ene Beavers, Barbara Dinney and Messrs Alan Penhale, Ted Buswell and Grant Taylor; special soprano part in the anthem by Misses Helen Westcott, Dorothy Traquair, Doris Harvey and Irene Sweet. Rev. Mr. Page presided over the service. At the Sunday School in the after noon an open session of the school was held in the auditorium. Ann Luther and Elaine Coates sang solos very sweetly. A pageant “A Street in Jerusalem” with colorful costume was presented by a number of young people. OUT OF TOWN FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS Among the Christmas visitors who spent the holiday out of town were: Mr. Ben Dawson, with his parents in London. Miss Mary McKaig with relatives in Hensail. Mr. Melvin Hackett at his home in Lucknow. Mr. and Mrs. R. Crawford visited in Hanover over the holiday. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Barker and family, spent Christmas in Goderich. Mr. and Mrs. K. J. Lampman with Mr. Lampman’s parents in Bur.ges- ville. Mrs. J. McTavish and son Glen spent Christmas with relatives at Shakespeare. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Carey spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. T. Rich ardson, Seaforth. ■Mr. A. N. Andrus, of Traquair’s Hardware, spent Christmas at his home at Port Perry. Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Hoppei’ and daughters spent Monday with their parents in Wingham. Mr. Leslie Coates, manager of the Chainway Store, spent Christmas at his home in Brampton. Mr. and Mrs. N. Ogden spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Squire and family at Whalen. Mrs. H. jenmng, and sons Jack and Eric spent Christmas with the former’s daughter in Goderich. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Perkins and family ‘spent Christmas in L------- with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. L. Butler. Miss Nellie Christmas in brother Mr. and Mr. and Mrs. Christmas with and Mrs. Owen Bend. Mr. and Mrs. Monday in London with the latter’: mother Mrs. Atkinson, Wharncliffe Road. Mrs. I. Armstrong and Miss May Armstrong are visiting with the former’s daughter Mrs. Smith in To ronto. Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Medd and Miss Marjorie spent Christmas with their daughter Mrs. T. J. Moffat in Listowel. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Winer spent Christmas with their the home of Dr, and Tremner, Strathroy. Mrs. V. Armstrong, Irvin and Mr, and Mrs. Gordon Hey wood and family, spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Tapp in London, William Falkner, Sam Thompson. Mr, and Mrs. Geo. Jaques, of town and Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Francis, of Tavistock, spent Christmas with NOMINATIONS (Continued From Page One) Stephen Township Ma- Ed- and EXETER LOCKER SERVICE wishes you a VERY HAPPY, PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR Our building is now well under way. Corking operations will be in progress for several weeks. If interested pay us a visit. FORMER DASHWOOD In Stephen Township Chester whinney was re-elected reeve; ward Lamport, Deputy-Reeve Thomas Love, Roy Ratz and E. J. Shaipton, councillors. Others nomin ated but who withdrew were Edward Lamport for reeve; Roy Ratz and E. J. Shapton for Deputy-Reeve and Arthur Amy and Peter Eisenbach .for councillors. WOODHAJM The Christmas entertainment put on by the Sunday School scholars in the Orange Hall last Friday evening was well attended and a splendid success. A lovely pageant put on by the senior scholars was well worthy of mention, and much cred it is due those who trained them. Lovely choruses were given by the younger scholars and also the reci tations.. Master Kenneth and Mar ion Mills; Audrey and Marion Par kinson favored with vocal duets which were beautifully rendered. At the close Old S’anta came and the lovely Christmas tree was stripped of its array of presents, Our sincere sympathy goes out to Mrs. C. Gunning and family in the passing to the Great Beyond on Mon day afternoon of last week of Mr. Gunning. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon with, inter ment in the Exeter cemetery. Holiday Visitors MINISTER DIES Rev, Wm, J. Yager, a former pas tor of Dashwood and Zurich Evan gelical Churches, passed away at his home in Waterloo Friday evening. He had been pastor of the Canada Conference of the Evangelical church for 49 years and was 75 years of age. Among the congregations he had served are Pembroke, Sebringville, Dashwood, Hespeler, Waterloo, Campden, Zurich, New Hamburg, Hanover, Stratford, Ottercliffe and St. Jacobs. He had retired from the ministry in 1936 after concluding his pastorate at St. Jacobs. Rev. Mr. Ya ger is survived by his wife and one son, Clarence W. Yager at petroit. Used Cars 1938 Ford Tudor Sedan with trunk and heater. Very low mile age and sold with a money back guarantee only ............... $650.00 1937 Ford Tudor with trunk and Ford heater. A real nice car. Only ................................ $550.00 1937 Ford Coupe, low ipileage and heater ....................... $495.00 1932 Ford V8 sedan with real good tires. This car runs and looks like new. Only.......$250. 1930 Ford Model A Coach for ..................................... $190.00 THAMES ROAD AND ROYS Lumley held their annual concert on Thursday afternoon when the children gave a cantata under Mr. W. R. Goulding’e direction very suc cessfully; also various other num bers were given by the pupils to an appreciative audience. At the close lunch,was served. The children pre sented their teacher M!r. Fletcher Whitmore with a pleasing Christmas gift. Mr. Jas. Ballantyne Jr., we are sorry to say is in Victoria Hospital London, We hope to hear of im provement soon. Thames Road Church Sunday School concert was held Friday even ing in the church with a large attend ance complete with a prettily light ed tree and Santa. The numbers were well given. Each child of the Junior classes all received a gift. Candy was served to all at the close. The sympathy of the community is extended to the relatives in o<ur community of the late Mrs. William Johns. Quite a number from here attended the funeral on Saturday af ternoon. Mrs. Gollings has returned after spending some time with Miss Mary Wood, of Hensail. A large family gathering was held at Mr. and Mrs. John Hodgert’s for Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Anderson and Mrs. O. Cann and Mrs. P. Passmore attended the funeral of1 Mr. Clarence Gunning. Mrs. Mary Cottle, of Roys passed away after a very short illness at the Stratford General Hospital in her 63rd year. The funeral took place at Roys on Thursday afternoon. Mr. Robt. Gardiner with his mo ther Mrs. J. C."Gardiner and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Aillen, of Kirkton attended service Sunday morning. A very successful shooting match was held on the farm of Mr. P. Pass- more Friday. Ducks and geese were the prizes. The family of Mr. and Mrs. Allis on spent Christmas day together at their home. The council were all returned by acclamation which expresses satis faction. A fine baby girl arrved at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Horton McDougal, Christmas Eve. . Allen - EtHerington On Saturday, December 24th Mr. Clifford James Allen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Allen was united in mar riage with Marjorie Jean Etherington second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Al bert Etherington at Thames Road Manse by Rev. Wm. Mair. Mr. Tom Allen, brother, was groomsman and Miss Genevieve Kerslake was brides maid. We extend good wishes. SHIPKA The regular meeting of the Ladies’ Aid will be held on Thursday after noon, January 5 th, at the home of Mrs. Jacob Ratz. Next Sunday, January 1st being Missionary day in the Sunday School special instruction will be given. Miss Nola Sweitzer nurse-in-train- ing at Victoria Hospital spent Sun day at her home here. Miss Evelyn Harlton, nurse-in training at Sarnia Hospital spent the week-end at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herb. Harlton’s. Miss Violet Sharpe, of Auburn, is spending the holidays at the home of her mother, Mrs. John Sharpe. The Cantata entitled “Keeping a Secret” put on by the Young People and Children of the United church under the training of Rev. D. Glad man and Miss Alma Ratz was much enjoyed by all present. Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Lochner, of Inwood, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Lochner and Mrs. Chas. Lochner, of London, spent Christmas with Mr. and. Mrs. Charles Lochner. Mr. and Mrs. Crawford McPherson and family spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs, Mat, Sweitzer. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Perry spent Christmas in Alisa Craig. Misses Nola Sweitzer and Miss R. Ratz, nurses in training in Victoria Hospital, London, visited with their parents for the Christmas holidays. The annual Christmas entertain ment which was held last Thursday evening at the United Church was a success, all taking their parts well. Mr. Lome Finkbeiner is at present confined to his bed through illness. His friends hope for a recovery soon. Mr. J. Kellerman has returned to his home here after three weeks’ vis it with relatives in Toronto. Mr, and Mrs , Milford. Dietrich from Windsor, visited Christmas with Mrs. J. Dietrich and family. Mr, Sam Swetizer of St. Thomas, spent Christmas at his home here. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sweitzer the following visitors cele brated Christmas Monday: Mr. and Mrs. Glen Brenner and son Lilly, Grand Bend; Mr. and Mrs. George Clarke and Mr. Otto Romanoskl, of Thedford;Mr. S. Sweitzer, st. Thomas CENTRALIA Miss Mary O’Brien, of London, spent the week-end with her mother Mrs. C. O’Brien. Mr. Donald Hicks, of Guelph, is holidaying at his home. Mr. and Mrs. Dave Smith spent the week-end with relatives in Pal merston. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Haddock spent Christmas "With the latter’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Baynham in Shipka. Mr, and Mrs. E. Carruthers, of London, were Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Baynham. Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Hicks spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. T. Pol- lick, of Ripley. Mr, and Mrs. S. Henry, of Harris ton, were week-end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Hicks. Mrs. B. Bicks and family, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Essery and family spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs, John Essery. Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Theander and son spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. F. Smith at Saihtsbury. Chrismas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Brooks were Mr. and Mrs. Ewart Powe and son. Miss Beluah Skinner nurse-in- training at Sarnia, spent Christmas with her' parents Mr. and Mrs. C. Skinner. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Morrissey and son are visiting with relatives in De troit. Miss Joyce Mitchell is spending the holidays with Mr, and Mrs. L. Baynham in Guelph. Mr. and Mrs. Rex Mills and Mari lyn, of Wyoming and Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Mills, of Fort Erie, spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. H. Mills. Mr. Fred Warner spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gais- er, of Shipka. Mr. and Mrs. Basil Doherty and son, of Talbotville visited on Sun day with Mr. and Mrs. B. Cook. Miss Margaret Cook spent Mon day with Mr. and Mrs, George Cook in London. Mr. Ken. Hodgins, of Wiarton, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Mitchell, of London and Miss Ada Mitchell, Reg. N., of Anne Harbour, were Christ mas guests of Mr. and Mrs. N. Mitchell. Mrs. Thos. Willis, Miss Flossie Davey and Mr. and Mrs. Harris West spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. W. Coates. Messrs. Wm, and Ed. Willert and Mrs. Willert spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Isaac at Green way. Christmas guests of Mr. and Mrs, J. Pollard were: Mr. and Mrs. A, Tapp and son, Mr. Verne Tapp and Mr. “Chuck” Woodcock, of Exeter, Mr. Ray Norris spent the week end with his parents at Cromarty. Miss Lucelle Gilbert spent the week-end at her home in Palmerston. Mr. and Mrs. Ken. Simpson, of Ailsa Craig, spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. P. Simpson. Mr. Herman Hodgson, of Byron, spent Christmas at his home. Miss Gladys Hutchinson is visit ing with her parents in Lucan. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson and Mar jorie and Mr. Danes, of London were Christmas visitors of Mrs. W. Parsons. Christmas Services The services in the Centralia Church on Sunday last were well ob served and .carried thro’-out the day along the way of Christmas sermons and a special assortment of music being provided by the regular choir and a number of helpers. At the morning service Mr. L. Hodgson sang a Christmas solo with choir accom paniment. The evening service was devoted entirely to musical numbers, with passages of Scripture being read between the different numbers with a story being told about the hymn “Silent Night” by our pastor Rev. Mt. Falconbridge. During some Of the numbers, Miss G. Pollard sang a solo and at offertory a piano duett was given by Mrs. F. Penwarden and Miss Greta Pollard after which a very much appreciated solo was sung by Miss Florence Mitchell with a quar tette accompaniment, Mr. C. Skinner, Mr.s O. Brown, Mrs, W. Essery and Mr. T. Boyes. Everyone at this ser vice spoke very highly of its origin and how It was enjoyed, it being en tirely different from anythnig of this sort being presented for a number of years. The accompanist at the piano for the day ‘being the pianist, Mrs. F. petrwarden. ‘May I have the last dance with you? ‘Big Boy, you just had it.’ 1929 Ford Model A Coach for ............... $150.00 1928 Ford Model A Coach, new tires, new radiator, newly paint ed and motor overhauled, all for ..................................... $175.00 Several other cars up to 1931 at $50.00 each Don’t buy elsewhere and be sorry Our cars are right, our prices are right and we give you a money back guarantee. , Sandy Elliot Phone 64 Exeter Visiors home for the Christmas holidays: Miss Helen Thacker, of Toronto, with her parents; Miss Greta Fletcher, of London, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. Fletcher; Miss Dorothy Camm, of Toronto, at her home; Mr. Wendell* Camm, of Camperdown, Ont., holi daying at his home; Miss Marion Johnson, of Sarnia, at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Delmor Johnson; Mr. and Mrs. Howard An derson and Shirley, of Washington, at the latter’s home Mr, and Mrs. J. Squire; Mr. and Mrs. Louth and little son, of Toronto, at Mr. and Mrs. W. Switzer’s; Mr. and Mrs. G. Dykeman and family, of Galt, with. Mr. and Mrs. Frank McNaughton. . The regular choir prepared special music for last Sunday in keepong with the occasion. ELIMVILLE ■ Mr. Jack O’Rielly who has been working for Mr. Franklin Skinner for some months left Saturday .for his home near Shelbourne. Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Brock and fam ily spent Christmas day with rela tives at Seaforth. Miss Joy Whitlock, of St. Thomas is spending the holiday with her par ents Mr. A. C. Whitlock also spent Sunday with them. Mrs. Ed. Johns received the sad news Monday morning of the death of her mother in Saskatoon. Inter ment will be made in Fordwieh on Saturday. Sympathy of many friends is extended to Mrs. Johns. The Late Mrs. William Johns On Thursday December 22nd a resident of this community in the person of Mrs. William Johns pass ed away in her 59th year. She was taken to Victoria hospital six weeks previous but in spite of all that could be done for her, she gradually grew weaker. On Saturday, December 17 she was brought home but continued to lose strength and .on the follow ing Thursday passed peacefully to her reward. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Pass- more and was born in Usborne town ship on the farm now occupied b'y her brother Percy. Her marriage to her bereaved husband took place in June thirty-three years ago. Since then they have resided on their farm north of Elimville. A woman of rare, sterling qualities, quiet in her man ner, she was beloved and respected by all who knew her and made many friends. She was a life member and honorary president of the W. M, S. took a great interest in all its activ ities, also a member of Elimville United Church. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, three sons and four daughters: Garnet and Al len, of Winchelsea; Gilbert Margar et, Dorothy, Ethelene and Eilene at home: four sisters and two brothers, Mrs. John Cann, Mrs. Arthur Gar diner, Mrs. Gilbert Duncan, Mr. P. Passmore, all of Usborne; Mr. John Passmore, of Hensall and Mrs. Rich ard Thornton, of Coronation, Alta. The funeral was held on Saturday. A short service was held at the home and a public service was held at the church, conducted by Rev. Mair, of Thames Road and Rev. Livingstone, a former pastor, who paid high tri bute to the deceased and her influ ence in the home and community. The church was filled to its utmost capacity with the large number of friends who showed their sympathy by attending. The floral tributes were very beautiful and numerous The pall bearers were Messrs. Will and Norman Passmore and Lloyd McDonald, Charles, Wesley and Lloyd Johns. Interment was made in Exeter Cemetery. KHIVA While in London one day last week Mr. Jerome O'Rourke had the misfortune to slip on the icy side walk fracturing a bone in his leg. He was taken to St. Joseph Hospital and on Monday was brought to his home. Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Eagleson were Mr. and' Mrs. Wm. Mason arid family, Mr. and Mrs.. Art. Willert and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Hutchinson, Mrs. D. Hutchinson and Mr. and Mrs. N. St. Clair, of Crediton. Miss Leila Mossey is spending the Christmas holidays at her home near St. Marys. Miss Evelyn McCann, of Wallace burg, is spending the holidays at iher home. Mr.- and Mrs. Lloyd Lippert spent the week-end in Melbourne. Mrs. Otto Willert and son Billie is spending the week with her moth er Mrs. G. Surerus. Master Donald Burleigh is spend- jing his holidays in London. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Gottschalk and ’Mr. and Mrs. Louis Rader, of Dash wood, spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. W. Stade. Mr. and Mrs. T. Ayotte and family and Mr. and Mrs. Milford Ayotte, of Drysdale were Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Pius Dietrich. Grand Bend and one new trustee were acclamation. The new of- is Joseph Oliver, Joseph Brenner and Milton Webb were the ones re-elected. Two old elected by London fce holder Carmichael spent Toronto with her Mrs. J. Carmichael. Hy. Smith spent their daughter Mr. Atkinson, of Grand Dashwood Trustees for this village were all re-elected by acclamation. They are Dr. R. Taylor, Addison Tieman, Ed ward Nadiger.IRobt. Flynn spent) » ’Village trustees elected by acclam- I ation were H. Eic’kmeier, Oscar Klopip 'and John Gascho. Zurich Hay For Reeve—George Armstrong; council, M. Turnbull, Roland Geiger, Fred Haberer, William Haugh. I daughters at Mrs. O. G. I Catherine and j McKillop •For Reeve—N. R. Dorrance; for council, Peter Maloney, Elmer Hack well, Albert Harrison, Charles Dol mage. Stanley For Reeve—Fred Watson; for the council, Elmer Watson, John Pepper, Tuckersmith __ _________ ___ For Reeve—Charles McKay, Sam. Mr."and Mrs. sTS” Peart,"in Rock- Whitmore; for council, (ace.) And- w,00(j___________________________<rew Bell, Harry Chesney, Arthur Ni- ! Gholson, Harold Jackson. APPLE EXPORTS INCREASE Canadian apples exported to the British market during the current season, up to October 12, amounted to 500,080 barrels and 519,082 box es, an increase of 52 per cent, on boxes and of 25 per cent, on barrels compared with the corresonding period of last season. The eurate was preaching his first sermon in his new church. He was not flattered to notice that one or two of the congregation be came rather sleepy. Later in the week he happened to call upon one of the offenders. “Well, sir,” said the parishoner, “I suppose you’ll have made a few friends since com ing here?” “Oh, yes, thanks!” re plied the curate. “Also a few nod ding acquaintances.” * • Biddulph For Reeve—C. W. McRoberts; for council, William Morkin, Joseph By ran, Joseph Ryder, John Parks. I McGillivray For Reeve—Cecil Elhvood; for De puty-Reeve, John W. Morgan; for council, W. J. Thompson, Gordon (Cunningham and Freeman Hodgins. I [ PiillartOn ■For Reeve—Les Williams (accl.) ! For Council — William Rogers, Watson Garbutt( John Tarz, W. A. iTuer, John Turner, (4 to be elected) | Hibbert - For Reeve—William J. Kay, Cliff Dow. For council, Joe Nagle, Jos eph Atkinson, A. W. Hackney, Lloyd Colquhoun, Frank Allan, pat Malon ey. ( Rldnshard CLANDEBOYE The December meeting of the Ciandeboye W. I. was held at the home of Mrs. Jas. Hall. The Scrip ture was read by Mrs. Ed. Dundas, It was decided to hold a social even ing in January with the committee Mrs. Rae Hodgins, Mrs. S'. G. Hod gins and Miss Mary Patterson in charge. It was decided to hold the January meeting in the evening. Mrs. E. Williams and Mrs. Jas. Pat on entertained with a duet, Mrs. C. Carter read “The Night Before Chrismas.” Mrs. Geo. Young, Dis trict President, gave a short talk “Living up to the Institute Ode.” Mrs. Sid. Hodgins was the winner of the W. L quilt. The local leader for the glove making project showed the gloves made during the course. The contest was won by Mrs. A, E. Hendrie and Mrs. Chas. Flynn, Mr. Travis demonstrated aluminum ware by cooking supper for the members. The meeting closed with the Nation al Anthem. St. James W. A. Members of St, James W. A. held their annual meeting at the home of Mrs. H. E.. George, on Thursday af ternoon. Mrs. L. C. Harrison pre sided for the election of officers: President, Mrs. H. E.George; Vice- President Mrs. Cecil Carter; Sec’y- Treas., Mrs. Alex» O’Neil; ASst. Sec’y Treas., Mrs. Karl O’Neil. Following the election of officers lunch was served by the hostess. Tramp! Tramp! An Australian during the war tried to enlist at Sydney, He Was refus ed on medical grounds, on account of bad feet. Next summer he pres ented himself once more before the doctor. "It’s no use. I can’t take you. You couldn’t stand the marching/’ said the medico. “But why are you so insistent?” “Well, doc,” said the other, “I walked 187 miles to get here, and 11 hate to walk back.” .For Reeve — Dr. G. H. Jose; for council, Alex Irvine, Wm. Arthur, David McNeight, Truman Tufts. Lucan For Reeve —W. H. Dighan; for council, U. F. Stanley, H. B. Lang ford, Cecil Cooper, T. A. Middleton; Board of Education, Dr. G. II. Soper and M. II. Hay. Centralia, Trustees elected by acclamation were: Bruce Field, John A. Pollard and W, B. willert. MRS* J* A* HODGINS The funeral of Mrs. Maty Hodgins wife of the late John Albert Hodgins took place to St. James’ cemetery, Ciandeboye. Mr. Hodgihs was C. N. R. agent at Ailsa Craig for -more than 30 years, retiring, about twelve years ago. Following his death about six years ago, Mrs. Hodgins went to reside with her daughter, Mrs. Bird, at Bracebridge, She is survived by one son, Col. E. E. Hodgins, bank manager, Kingston, and three dau ghters, Mrs. Thomas Bird, of Brace bridge; Mrs, Fred White, of Calgary, and Mrs. Fitzgerald, of Timmins, CHOClJ RATES I *U;*» i»v» ► HOTtLS LOCATED •tASV <