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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1940-12-05, Page 1ESTABLISHED 1378 EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 5th, 1940 Sixty-Eighth Year e-M liiliii fill Complete Showing of Practical Christmas Gifts... We now have on display a complete stock of merchandise for the Christmas Let us help you solve your Christmas gift problems., Below we offer a few •suggestions for practical gifts. Ladies’ Hosiery, Lingerie, etc. We have an extra fine stock of Supersilk, Orient and Gordon Hosiery—silk and flan­ nelette nightgowns and pyjamas—rayon and satin slips—vests rind bloomer in­ dividually boxed, at very reasonable prices. Gloves, Neck Scarfs, Handbags, Para­ sols, etc. season. Linen and Lace Tablecloths, Dresser Scarfs, Fancy Towel, Sets, Chenille Bed Spreads, etc. A very large stock to choose from. Specials-All Wool, Woolcott and Flannelette Blankets Fine all wooL Blankets, white with rainbow borders. A real bargain at $5.00 each Woolcott Blankets, nicely bound, at $2.25 and $2.95 each. Jumbo white Flannelette Blankets whipped singly. Size 70 in. by 90 in., on sale at $2.35 pair. « LADIES’ MISSES’ & CHILDREN’S BATH ROBES and DRESSING GOWNS in Satins, Chenilles, Linen cloths, etc. SPECIAL — Ladies’ and misses Chenille Dressing Gowns in popular colors at $2.95 each. £* ............ SUFFERED STROKE Ill and alone in his home from Tuesday night until Thursday morning James Sanders, of Exeter , North, was found lying helpless be­ side his bed when Jack Stire visit­ ed the home and sensing that all was not as it should be, forced an entrance. Mr. Sanders had visited at the home of Mr. Stire Tuesday evening and after returning home had apparently suffered a paralytic stroke. 'On Thursday morning Mr, Stire visited the home and as the doors were locked he peered through the window and noticed a table overturned. After gaining entrance to the house he found Mr. Sanders lying helpless beside a bed with the clothes drawn over him. One side of his body was partially paralyzed. When taken ill Mr. Sanders had either fallen against the table or had tried to raise him­ self when the table overturned. He made his way into the bedroom but was unable to raise himself onto the bed and had drawn the bed­ clothes over him. Friends were called in along with Dr. Weekes and later in the day Mr. Sanders ■was removed to Victoria Hospital, London, in Mr. E. R. Hopper’s am­ bulance COMPOUND FRACTURE I Mr. Harold Flynn, aged about j 30, son of Mr. and Mrs. George J Flynn, of Centralia, and former re­ sident of Exeter, is in Victoria Hos­ pital, London, suffering from a compound fracture of the right leg and head injuries, Harold and a fellow-worker George W. Barker, of lunerkin, tumbled about 18 feet off the roof of a building now un­ der construction at the site of the army truck assembly plant in Lon­ don. The two men were working on the roof supported by a two by four scantling that had been nailed to the roof. Shifting their posi­ tion to another scantling they dis­ covered that the scantling had not been nailed to the roof and both men slid to the ground. One of the fractured bones in Mr. Flynn's leg went through the knee cap as he landed on his feet. He will be in hospital for some time. We understand Mr. Barker is suffering from severe back injuries. ARM FRACTURED Mr. Jos. Androuyki, of the 8nd. concession of Stephen, had a bone in his right arm fractured Satur­ day evening when an auto he was endeavouring to crank • backfired, the crank striking him on the arm. , The fracture was reduced 'by Dr. • Fletcher. NINE MONTHS’ SENTENCE e1 Men’s Shirts* MEN’S TIE SPECIALS Men’s and Boys’ Wear Tips, Braces, Neck Scarfs, Pyjamas, Belts, Hats, Clothing, Underwear, Sweaters, Bathrobes, etc. 10 dozen Men’s regular 50c Ties—boxed at 39c, 2 for 75c. 10 dozen Men’s regular $1 Ties boxed at 69c each ISil All Ladies’, Misses’ and Girls’ Winter Coats at Real Bargain Prices Snow-Boots, Overshoes, Rubbers, Etc. Ladies’ velvet overshoes, all styles in black, brown, gray and green. Men’s overshoes, zippers and one to four-buckle styles. Snow Boots for girls—white or elk, at $3.00 to $3.75. Ski Caps for boys and girls in blue, wine, green, etc.* at $1.00. Spats for men in grey or fawn shades at $1.10 to $1.25. Men’s and Boys’ Overcoats, Windbreakers, etc. A good range of young Men’s overcoats up to size 38 at $13 to $15. Complete range of overcoats, sizes 3 6 to 46 at $17 to $25. Windbreakers—leather or wool—a large assortment. tniiiiniiiiiiiiniiiitiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiifiiiiiHiiinii Special Values for Thursday, Friday, Saturday Helmet Corned Beef 12 oz. Tins ..................per tin 15c 2 for 17cLibby’s Pork and Beans Large 20 ox. Tins ............... Ivory Snow fnr 99 « With a Quickcut Paring Knife lvl wJl Super Suds 'Deal while they last{\»- 91 - Large Snpersuds, Giant Palmolive.. ***** Pecan Nuts (in shell) Ik New Crop .................................per ID* faJl Mixed Nuts 9 1LC Golden Mixture, for Christmas IVO* vuV Quaker Puffed Wheat 9 nlrtre 1 Ci* The Original ...........................Pn8d* Happyvale Mincemeat 9 Ike 7Cg* Bulk or Tins ................................" Phone 32 Jones & May Your Superior Store THE EXETER WAR SAVINGS COMMITTEE Toys!presents a Come and see our large stock of the finest toys we ever had. Watch our windows for Xmas gifts* Our toys this year are of a better class and we will welcome your inspec­ tion. Our store is full of useful gifts. Stamp Out Hitler Party ... Stoves ... Special Prices on all Stoves, including 4 secondhand. We need the room for the toys. at Leavitt’s Theatre C.C.M* skate arid shoe outfits are back of hockey vic­ tories arid the choice of most professional and amateur teams. We have a large stock of C.C.M. Skate and Shoe outfits to chodse from. Also C.C.M. Hockey Sticks and Pads. Purina Feeds are doing a good job on the production of eggs. See us for your requirements. Also for Hogs and Cattle. Traquair’s Hardware TINSMITHING SIGN WORK PLUMBING PURINA, DR. ROES AND PIONEER FEEDS Capt. Jason Bedford, who for many years sailed the Great Lakes, and who for a number of years has been a resident of Exeter, pleaded guilty to fraud and misrepresenta­ tion in the Magistrate’s court at Walkerton on 'Friday last and was sentenced to nine months determin­ ate in the reformatory. “It is un­ fortunate to have to sentence a man of your age but it was a mean prac­ tice which you carried out,’’ Magis­ trate Walker told Bedford. Capt. Bedford, aged 76, dressed in the uniform of a 48th Highlander, with insignia and medals which he had purchased, went about the district selling cards inscribed ‘‘Keep Your Chin Up’’ and also solicited funds for the tobacco fund for the 4:8 th. He is alleged to have obtained sums of money and placed them to his credit in the bank. Information to court was that he never had connection with J he 48th. any Mrs. resi- GOLDEN WEDDING Congratulations to Mr. and John May, Toronto, former dents of Exeter, who celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on Saturday last. Mr. and Mrs. May were married at Exeter by Rev. S. F. Robinson, rector of the Trivitt Memorial Church, and they were honored in having the bells of that church ring fot the first time for their wedding. Mrs. May’s maiden name was Miss Alice Atkinson. Fol­ lowing their marriage they resided on a farm two miles south of Exe­ ter. Twenty-five years ago they moved to Toronto where they have since resided. They have one son. Rev. Russell May, of Lakeside, and two daughters at home, "Miss Carrie and Miss Minnie. On Saturday af­ ternoon and evening they were “At home’’ to their friends. Those pre­ siding at the tea tables were Mrs. H. Hamilton, Mrs. E. Featherston, Mrs. E. Aitken, Mrs. J. Davidson, Mrs. Britain and Mrs. Hill. EXETER MAN ADMITS CHARGE OF FRAUD the Tpr. ( MON., DEC. 9th See the Epic Picture of the Times “CONVO.Y” and other features AU for 15 cents plus one War; Savings Stamp purchased at thej door. / Two complete shows, 7.15—9.15 Do your bit for* Canada. Do not fail to see this remarkable picture Get your Tickets Early Dressed in the uniform of First Hussars, N.P.A.M., John Collingwood, of Exeter, plead­ ed guilty in Magistrate Makins’ court at Goderich on Thursday of last week to a charge of fraud. It was explained that he had repre­ sented himself as >an agent foi' the Red Cross Society, calling at homes in Clinton asking foi’ donations of money and clothing. “He only received fifty cents at one house and two pairs of old pants at another,” said his coun* sei. “He has been around to a good many homes and a fellow towns­ man of his is in jail at Walkerton awaiting trial on a similar charge,” replied the crown attorney. ICollingWood admitted being trouble before. “This sort of thing cannot be lowed to continue,” said, remanding accused to jail for a week for sentence. Admits Theft Curtin, who admitted $10 from a Seaforth also was remanded to Patrick stealing creamery, jail for sentence. ill al- his worship Farm Sold Sixteen more shopping days to Christmas. Mrs. Rabin Moore of Blanshard Twp. has sold her 100 acre farm to Mr. Tom Coward. Mr. Coward takes immediate possession. The sale was arranged by C. V. Pickard, Exeter, XMAS CHEER FUND The Christmas Cheer fund to pro­ vide for the kiddies of Exeter at this festive season of the year is again under way. Members of the Exeter Lions Club, the Exeter-Hen- sall branch of the Canadian Legion and the Women’s Institute will co­ operate again this year to see that every child is remembered at Christmas time. Last year the various organizations assisted large­ ly in taking care of the expense in­ curred in providing baskets for needy homes and for entertainment tor the children. This year because of increased demands foi' war work the same funds will not be avail­ able and the extent of the program that is carried out will depend largely upon the generosity of the citizens personally. In other years the citizens have responded gener­ ously and it is hoped they will do so this year. No empty stocking in Exeter at Christmas time is the slogan. There is a real need. Con­ tributions will be received at th° Times-Advocate. The first list of contributions to be acknowledged is as follows: Exeter Lions Club, $.2'5; Dr. Dunlop, $1; T. O. South­ cott, $1; H. O. Southcott, $1; Dr. Roulston, $1 H. C. Rivers, $1; J. A. Traquair, $1; Jos. rB. Creech, $1; E. R. Hopper, $1; J. M. Southcott, $1; W. J. Smith, $1; Thos. Pryde, $1; Total, $36.00. RARE MUSICAL TREAT Music lovers were privileged to hear a rare treat at the Musicale in James St. United Church Tuesday evening when the pupils of Stan­ ley Smith, A.T.C.M., were assist­ ed by some outstanding talent from .London. Despite the cold weather and condition of the roads which prevented motoring in from the country there was a fair attendance and all were loud in their praise of the splendid program. The artists were Miss Donis Darnell Thies, dis­ tinguished pianist and Miss Ruth Blane, celebrated harpist, of Lon­ don; Miss Ruth Bradley, cellist and soloist, of Stratford, and Mr, Harry TIoffman, baritone gold medalist of Dashwood. Mr. Harvey Robb, dir­ ector of music at the University of Western Ontario, was present and assisted at the organ. A number of the pupils of Mr. Smith who were to take part were unable to be pre­ sent. Those who gave musical numbers were Margaret Hill, Joy Simpson, Betty Mair, Lois Sawyer, Helen Selves, Marion Russell, Helen Cole, and a reading by Miss Doro­ thy Green. Six young ladies in evening gowns, Misses Coquoline Simmons, Dorothy Green, Shirley Penhale, Marion Elliot, Jean Jones and Grace Snell acted as ushers. Rev, Page expressed Mr. Smith’s thanks for the splendid attendance and also expressed his appreciation of the splendid program. Follow­ ing the program the artists and ushers were entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Mr. Smith is to be congratulated on bringing such splendid entertain­ ment to Exeter. The net proceeds of the entertainment were for the Red Cross. Mr. John Essery Eighty-seven years of age and still going strong HONORED ON BIRTHDAY tAt. the monthly meeting of the of­ ficers and directors of the Usborne and Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Co, held at Farquhar Monday the following address accompanied by the presentation of a sweater was made to Mr. John Essery of Cen­ tralia, on the occasion of his birth­ day. Mr. Essery has been an agent of the company for almost 35 years. Dear Mr. Essery: Believing this to be your 87th birthday the Directors and Officers of the Usborne & Hibbert Mutual Fire Ins. Co. wish to honor you on this occasion. You were elected a Director of the Company in February, 1888 and served in this capacity until 1903, being President from 1S94 to 1903. In May. 19 06 you were appointed Agent for Usborne and Biddulph, which position you have held con­ tinuously until the present. You have been a careful, pains­ taking official of the Company and have always stood for its best prin­ ciples. We wish to thank you to­ day for the generous help you have been to the Company and its of­ ficials; we wish today to thank you for what you have meant to the Company and to us personally. We wish you to accept this sweat­ er just as a memo of this your 87th birthday and hope when you wear it, its warmth will remind you of the pleasant times we have spent together carrying on the work of the Usborne and Hibbert Mutual Fire Ins. Co John Hackney, Pres. PLANS NOW READY FOR NEW BRIDGE We are informed on good auth­ ority that plans and specifications are now ready foi’ the new bridge in Exeter to replace the one that collapsed early Saturday morning, November 2nd, and that tenders are being called for this week. It is quite possible that a temporary bridge will be erected to take care of the traffic. Mr. Jas. Balldntyne, M.P.P., has been in touch with the authorities in Toronto and has been assured that everything possible is being done to facilitate the work. RECORD SNOWFALL Something like a record for snow so early in the season has covered the ground for the past week. Heavy falls of snow Saturday and Sunday filled the sideroads and concessions. Motor traffic off the main highways is practically at a standstill. Sun­ day and Monday many motorists became stalled in the deep snow and had to be helped out. The snow on the level is around fifteen inch­ es deep and in many places is piled high. The heavy snow affected the attendance at the different church­ es on Sunday. WHITE GIFTS FOR PEACE RIVER DISTRICT A white gift service was observed at Caven Presbyterian Sunday School on Sunday last. Despite the bad weather the Sunday School was largely represented by both scholars and teachers. A table in the centre of which was a dainty Christmas tree, was prepared for the reception, of White gifts. An illuminating address was given by Mr. Henr-y Strang telling of the road over which the gifts would travel, a dis­ tance of over 3 000 miles to the Peace River district. The classes came forward and placed ^eir carefully prepared gifts which were dedicated by prayer. The children gave evidence of their appreciation, of the services by their happy faces and childish smiles. WOODCOCK—MacDONALD The marriage took place quietly on Saturday evening at the Main St. United Church parsonage, Exe­ ter, of Lillian Noreen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Norman MacDonald and Pte. Arthur James Woodcock of the Perth Regiment, Hamilton, son of Mr. Charles Woodcock and j the late Mrs. Woodcock of Pipe­ stone, Man. The young couple were unattended. Rev. N. J. Woods of­ ficiated. MOVED TO EXETER Mr. J. L. Hembly, Mrs. Hembly and three children have moved to Exeter from Wroxeter, and are oc­ cupying the residence on Andrew Street recently vacated by Mr. E. R. Hopper. Mr. Hembly is in charge of the Canadian Bank of Commerce at Crecliton, where he is relieving owing to the illness of the manager, Mr. M. W. Telfer. Mr. Telfer, who recently underwent an operation at St. Joseph's Hospital, London, is improving nicely. Mr. Hembly, about thirteen years ago, was on the staff of the bank in Exeter. Mr. Mel Hackett, of the local branch, has been relieving at Ci'editon since Mr. Teller's illness. AT THE LIONS CLUB At the Lions Club supper meet­ ing at the Central Hotel on Mon­ day evening a request was made for suitable footwear and warm clothing fnu. some of the pupils now attending the Exeter public school. There are children attending the school without hat3, some without mitts and some with only summer footwear, very inadequate for the present cold, wintry weather. Steps were taken to have these needs supplied. This led to a lengthy discussion on the question of Christmas cheer and entertainment for this season. As the entire pro­ ceeds of this year's frolic is being used for war work tne Club decid­ ed to make a donation of $25 to the Christmas Cheer fund and to assist in any other way with the Canadian Legion and the Women’s Institute in making the distribu­ tion. The sale of War Savings stamps and of Christmas Seals was emphasized. Two new mem­ bers were received into the club, viz.: R. N. Creech and Wm. Floyd. Lions IT. C. Rivers, Thos. Pryde and T. O. Southcott were appointed a committee to arrange for Ladies’ Night in connection with the an­ niversary of the club on January 20th 25th Wadding* Anniversary A number of friends pleasantly surprised Mr. and Mrs. T. Dinney on Monday evening, it being their 25th wedding anniversary. The evening was spent in contests and games af­ ter which Mr. and Mrs. Dinney tvere presented with a silver cream and sugar tray. A dainty lunch was served. FRIENDSHIP NIGHT Wednesday evening of last week was a big night for the Exeter Chapter O.E.S., it being Friendship Night. Wor. Matron Mrs. B. W. F. Beavers was in the chair and wel­ comed the visitors. Forty-two re­ presenting members of the Past Patrons Association and various Chapters from London chartered a bus and motored to Exeter in the snowstorm. Others were prevent­ ed from coming. The D.D.G. Mat­ ron, Mrs. Ruth Arthur, of London, was present and spoke a few words. Several of the guests assisted with the work. The East Patrons As­ sociation conducted a sugar bingo and Dutch Auction was also con­ ducted. Lunch was served at the close of a very pleasant evening. COL. HEAMAN IS MAYOR-ELECT OF LONDON Col, W. J. Henman, a former reeve of Exeter, was on Monday elected Mayor of his native city of London. He had a majority of 5,- 109 votes over his nearest rival, E. C. Killingsworth and 6,302 over Frank Grey or 3,382 votes over both. Mr. Heaman for many years conducted a hardware business in Exeter, selling out in 192'8 and mov­ ing to London. During 1911 and 1912 he was in municipal life In. Exeter and was Reeve of the town, during that time. During the first Great War he was attached to the Huron Battalion, first as a Lieu­ tenant. He went overseas as a major of “C” Company of the 161st Battalion. After the war he con­ tinued in the militia and became lieutenant-colonel in 193 6. Bor a few months he has been acting­ mayor of London when Mayor Al Ian Johnston was overseas. Mrs. George Wright, of Exeter, Is a daughter. One son Clyde resides at home and one son, Fred, is in To­ ronto. Col. Beaman’s many friends hero will join with the Times-Ad­ vocate in extending congratulations. Stamp Out Hitler Party at Leavitt’s Theatre next Mon­ day Evening. See advt.