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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1939-12-28, Page 1•> > I* ESTABLISHED 1873 EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 28th, 1939 CONTEST FOR REEVESHIP • •GREETINGS • • S the Old Year draws to a close we take the opportunity of thanking you for your liberal pat­ ronage of this store. ■ Reeve W. D. Sanders and Coun­ cillor B. W. Tuckey will this year contest the reeveship, Nominations for the various municipal offices were held Friday last between twelve and one o’clock noon, pres­ ided over by Clerk Joseph Senior. A goodly list of names were placed in nomination for all offices. Members of the old council, E. M. Digman, J. W. Hern and H. O. Southcott were re-elected along with Sylvester B. Taylor. The latter takes the place of Mr. Tuckey. For the Board of Education W. H. Dearing and John Willis were re­ elected and Wm. J. Smith takes the place of F. J. Delbridge who retir­ ed. Their term is for two years. For Public Utilities Commission Thos, Pryde was elected to take the place of Wm. Ward who had pre- iovusly announced his retirement. The names places in were as follows; par- was was and Reeve nomination FREDDIE ELLIOTT DIES Freddie, son of Mr. and Mrs, Jack Elliott who was taken to the Chil­ dren’s War Memorial Hospital in (London, Tuesday evening of last week after being knocked from a bicycle when hit by an automobile passed away on Saturday. Deceased was in his eighth year. The funeral was held from the home of his ents Tuesday afternoon and largely attended. The little lad a student in the public school among the many beautiful flowers was a wreath from his schoolmates. Besides his grief-stricken parents, two brothers and three sisters sur­ vive, Lila, Elva, Harold, Bill, and Geneva. The funeral was in charge pf Rev. Clemens of the Pentecostal Mission. The bearers were Roy Kirk Alex Ellis, Archie Webber and Carl Jaques. Among those from a dis­ tance who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs, Samuel Elliott, of Millford, Mich.; Mr. and Mrs. Garnet Ford and daughter, of Flint, Mich.; Detroit, Mr. and Mr. and nia; Mr. of Kirkton. Gentleman, Green and We extend to one and all our very best wishes for a Sanders, William D., nominated by James Frank H. Glanville. Turkey, Benson Ward, Transport Op­ erator, nominated by Bittle M. Francis and Thomas Pryde. Pryde, Thomas, Draftsman, nomin­ ated by Benson W. Tuckey and J. Wellington Hern. Councillors Most Happy and Prosperous Jones & May Your Superior || Store B Mr. and Mrs, Thos. Jones, of Mr. and Mrs. Gould and Mrs. Mrs, and Cornish, of Clinton; Herman Elliott, Sar- Mrs, William Elliott B. by M. by Taylor, Sylvester, nominated by M. Francis and John R. Hind. Dignan, Edward M,, nominated John R. Hind and William F. Ab­ bott. ■Snell, Clarise, nominated by B. Francis and John R. Hind Hein, J. Wellington, nominated B. M. Francis and Wm. J, Smith. Southcott, Herbert Oke, nominated by William J. Smith and J. Wel­ lington Hern. Cochrane, ,J. Goldie, nominated by Thomas Pryde and James Green. Tuckey, Benson Ward, nominated by Thomas Pryde and J. Wellington Hern. Tanton, Cyril.. W., nominated by William J. Smith and Thomas Pryde. Abbott, William Fl, -Yfijiriihated by Simon P. Greb and John F. Peart. Traqilalr, J. Albert, nominated Thomas Pryde and Benson Tuckey. Bowey, James P., nominated Thomas Pryde and B. M. Francis. Francis, Birtle, M., nominated by Benson W. Tuckey and J. Wel­ lington Hern. by W. by Public Utilities Commission by R. HOW THE MONEY WAS SPENT Twenty-eight families were re­ membered at Christmas through the generosity of those citizens who contributed to the Christmas Cheer Fund along with various organiza­ tions. On Thursday of last week the members of the Women’s In­ stitute met at the Library and pre­ pared the twenty-eight baskets for distribution. A thorough canvass had been made of the town by the ladies to determine the most accept­ able gifts. The greater amount of the money spent went for warm clothing and footwear. The amount collected was $73.60 while the ac­ tual amount spent was $169.49. The balance will be made up by the Lions Club. The money was spent as follows: For drygoods $65.08; groceries $42.36; bread and milk $<38.00; fowl $24.15. B. W. Tuck­ ey undertook the delivery of the baskets. In addition to the above the Exeter Chapter of the Eastern Star and the Canadian Legion con­ tributed a number of baskets, contributions acknowledged week amounted to $49.75. tional contributions were lows: Exeter $10.0'0; Frank Francis $1.00; J. W. Morley the band concert $'9.85; total 60. In addition Mr. Rollie contributed candy. Best Wishes for a PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR We pause from the hustle of business, To give credit where credit is due, For we greatfully know that our progress comes From the friendships of folk like you. Traquair’s Hardware Tinsmithing Sign Work Plumbing ft ft a*Q, V , Skating Exeter Arena Friday and Saturday Night ADMISSION 20c, 15c, 10c STRUCK DOWN BY AUTO During the heavy motor traffic on Exeter’s Main Street Saturday even­ ing Herbert Bierling, 17-year-old son of Wm. Bierling, of the Blue Water Highway was knocked down by a passing motorist, while the young man wa's attempting to cross the street. He suffered lacerations of the right wrist, one of the ten­ dons being cut. car struck him ed if he were without leaving ter is under Fletcher attended the injured youth who was later removed to his home. The motorist whose stopped and enquir- hurt, and drove on his name. The mat­ investigation. Dr. Francis, Birtlc ML, nominated William J. Smith and John Hind. Ward, William, nominated by B. M. Francis and George Mawson. Pryde, liam Thomas, nominated by Wil- Ward and George Mawson. Board of Education William J., nominated by J.Smith, Wellington Hern and B. M. Fran­ cis. Cowen, Dr. Harvey H., nominated by Mrs. Roxie E. Beavers and Ben­ son W. Tuckey Willis, John N., nominated by Wil­ liam H. Dearing and Benson Tuckey. Dearing, William H., nominated J. Melvin Southcott and John Willis. Lindenfield, Edward, nominated J. Melvin Southcott and Mrs. Roxie Beavers. Tanton, Cyril W., nominated by IFranklin .J. Delbridge and J. Wel­ lington Hern. Delbridge, Franklin J., nominated by J. Wellington Hern and Ben­ son W. Tuckey. w. by N. by Ij * Friday Night Meeting Following the noon nomination a public meeting was held* in the Town Hall in the evening to hear the ad­ dresses of the various speakers. Clerk Jos. Senior presided. The re­ tiring members of the council were first invited to the platform. The (Continued on Page Four) r»*A If one looks mainly at the surface of things, he will say that 1940 dawns on a crazy world. Germany has over-run Czecho- • Slovakia and Poland and Hungary without the shadow of justifi­ cation. Russia has thrown her hordes upon Finland without the ghost of a reason for so doing, Japan burns and bombs and slaughters without mercy and without claim to sustain her con­ duct that will stand at the bar of reason. Even in the democracies there is an underworld that would break out like a pestilence were the opportunity to offer itself. The moral collapse of Germany is without parallel in history. Yet we have the revulsion of Captain Langsdorff at the per­ fidy of his country. We have the swinging and singing march of Canadian soldiers as they step to the new conflict. We have the representative heroism of Commander Bickford in the face of in­ estimable odds. We have the quiet, deadly, whiteheat earnestness 'of our allied statesmen who explore every avenue that victory may be overtaken. We have the faith and confidence of our merchants who carry on undent difficulties never before encountered. We have the devotion of parents who gaze longingly on the faces of their youth but who point steadily to the path of duty, even when walking therein may involve the supreme sacrifice. Supremely, we have faith of the allied nations in a Supreme Being who will not allow even a sparrow to fall without His knowledge, Under His guidance and by our own efforts we look for victory. Men with such spiritual possessions and with such faith cannot but be happy, and wish one anothei’ a Happy New Year. HARVEY BROS. MILL SOLD Municipal Nominations Harvey sold to who re­ Following are the nominations in this district on Friday last. We understand that the Bros, grist mill has been Mr. G. A, Cann, Dunnville, cently came from the west. The sell­ ing of this property has been in the hands of W- C. Pearce. Mr. Cann we believe will operate a chopping mill for the present and it may be a little while before the whole mill is in operation. The re-opening of the mill is a business asset to the community, and we welcome Cann to our midst. LEAVING TOWN Mr. Stephen There is a lively municipal con­ test on in Stephen Township. At the nomination meeting at Crediton on Friday three were placed in the field fox* Reeve: Chester Mawhin- ney Edward Lamport and Alonzo McCann. Mr. Lamport, who has been the deputy-reeve has retired, leaving the field to the other two. For deputy-reeve Edward Lamport, Roy Ratz, Thomas Love and Ed­ mund Shapton were nominated. Roy Ratz and Edmund Shapton have qualified and are contesting the election. There are four in the field for council, three to be elect­ ed. They are Nelson Schenk, Ar­ thur J. Amy, Thomas ILove and Herman Powe. Roy Ratz, Edmund Shapton and Harold Walper were the others nominated. Traffic Officer Wm. Robinson, of Exeter, who patrols No. 4 Highway has received-notice that he is be­ ing transferred to Smithville. Mr. Robinson will assume his new du­ ties at the beginning of the year. He and Mrs. Robinson have made many friends during their residence in Exeter and the best wishes of all will go with them in the future. The last Addi- as fol- Institute $1.00; A. $i.; from $73.- Motz Women’s Coates Ernest Elliott $1.00; receipts DEATH OF MRS. PYM Usborne McNaughton—hogarth A quiet wedding took place at Metropolitan Church manse, London on Saturday, December 23rd, when Miss Eva jane Hogarth, of London, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hogarth, of Exeter, was mar­ ried to Mr. Robert John McNaugh­ ton, of London, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. John McNaughton, Kippen The ceremony was performed by Dr. Niven. The young couple was attended by the bride’s sister, Miss Muriel Hogarth, of Windsor and the groom’s brother, Mr. James Mc­ Naughton of Kippen. The bride was smartly gowned in sail blue crepe with dubonnet accessories and wore a corsage of gardenias while her at- tendent wor.e a dress of gold crepe. After a short honeymoon Mr. Mrs. McNaughton will reside Wolfe street, London. and on SHOWING IMPROVEMENT The many friends of Mr. William May senior member of the firm of Jones & May, will regret to know that he is seriously, ill in Victoria Hospital, London. On Thursday last Mr. May suffered a hemorrhage and in the evening he was given a 'blood Fred, taken where fusion, is showing some improvement. The death took place in Usborne- on Thursday, December 24th, of Harriet Harris, beloved wife of Ce­ phas T. Pym, aged 72 years and 21 days. The deceased was born on the fifth concession of Usborne on the farm now occupied by her son, Ernest J. Pym. For the past four­ teen years she has resided on the farm next to it. She was a daugh­ ter of the late John and Ann Harris. On the eleventh of September Mrs. Pym suffered a stroke, and had im­ proved considerably when she was taken ill with influenza followed by complications which resulted in her death. One sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Blatchford predeceased her as did two half-sisters and a half-brother, Mrs. Robert Herdman, Mrs. Fergus­ on and Mr. Henry Horney. Besides her husband and son Ernest, she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Hubert' Hunter, of Usborne and Miss Lila, at home. The funeral was held from her late residence, Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Mr. Mair, of Thames Road, Mrs. Morgan leading with the mu­ sic. The bearers were six nephews, John and Enos Herdman, William Horney, Alvin Pym, George Davis, and Hubert Dickinson. Interment took place in the Exeter cemetery. Reeve, Percy Passmore; council, Hugh Berry, Clark Fisher, Bruce Cooper, John Hodgert (accl.). Hay Township Reeve, George Armstrong, Mat­ thew Turnbull; council, Alex Crer- ar, Roland Geiger, Fred Haberer, William Haugh and Nelson Stanlake Biddulph Reeve Myron Culbert and Joseph Ryder; council (accl.), John Park, William Morkin, Joseph Bryan, C. W. McRoberts. Hibbert Reeve, W. J. Kay (accl.); coun­ cil, Joseph Atkinson, John W. Hack­ ney, Frank Allen, Lloyd Colquhoun (accl.) Howick Reeve, J. A. Bryans, J. W. Gamble Deputy Reeve, T. L. Weir, A. E. Toner; council, E. H. Strong, Ed. McCallum, Robert Baker and John Winters. Morris Cecil Wheeler, Francis council, Frank Shaw, Ro- and J. Reeve, Duncan; bert Wallace, James Michie Bryans. transfusion by his brother On Sunday evening he was to the hospital in London he was given a second trans- He has been quite ill but & The students of the Exetei’ High School attended a theatre party at Leavitt’s Theatre when the school closed Friday afternoon for the Christmas vacation. At the close of a two and a half hour entertain­ ment a treat was given to each pupil by the principal and the staff. Bosauquet Reeve, John L. Campbell, W. Codling; Deputy Reeve, Valentine, Roy Elliott; < (elected by acclamation), Scott, Ralph Morrison, Arthur Wells Cliff Walden. , George , George council,, , Bruce mmJMW