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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1943-02-18, Page 8THE EXETER TIMES-ADVOCATE, THURSDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 18th, 194? V’s Beauty Shoppe Canadian Women Help-— “PASS THE AMMUNITION” A 25c Stamp Buys Bullets BUY A STAMP HERE TODAY VERA & DECKER, Prop. Phone 112 Exeter Markets Wheat, $1.07, Creamery Butter, 39c. Eggs, A Large, 30c. Eggs, Medium, 28e. Eggs, B, 25c. Pressed Hogs, $10,25. Marion Pooley Beauty Shoppe AH Work Guaranteed Exeter Phone 245 Worth Looking Over! 1941 Chev. Coupe 1940 Choy. Master Coach 1939 Plymouth Coupe 1937 V-8 Couiie Chev, Conch V-8 Tudor e at the Blue Sunoco 1936 1934 Dodge & DeSoto FRED DOBBS I i I LOCALS I I 1 A EUCHRE PARTY will be held at the Parish Hall of Trivltt Me­ morial Church on Monday evening, February 22 at 8 o’clock undei* the auspices of the Ladies’ Guild, ceeds go to the Red Cross, prizes; admission 25c. LOCALS Pi’p- Four weekNext week being Boy Scout in Canada the local troop will hold a rally in Exeter, arrangements for which are now being made. Mr, Eric Heywood has accepted a position in Brantford. Miss Alta Harvey, of London, spent the week-end at home. Pte. Stanley Frayne, of Ipperwash, spent the week-end at his home here, Lloyd Cook, of Pt. Albert, the week-end at his home C,A. Heywood, of Sarnia, week-end with Mrs. Hey- Leavitt’s Theatre Exeter Ont Phone 135 THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY “Somewhere You”1’11 Fi Special Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer picture starring CLARK. GABLE and LANA TURNER Saturday Shows commence at 7.30 p.m. sharp ........... ......—fl MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY two features Tahiti”“Tuttles c Special feature starring CHARLES LAUGHTON a Two for Danger” starring RICHARD TRAVIS Coming .... “Eagle Squadron” “Thunder Birds” in technicolor “Pride of the Yankees” “Black Swan” “Pardon My Sarong” “Hitler’s Children” “They Got Me Covered” LIBRARY BOARD MEETS The inaugural meeting of the Xibrary Board was held recently at the library. The following offices and committees were filled as fol­ lows: Chairman, Victor Kestle; ’-secretary-treasurer, Miss L. M. Jeck- ■ell; book committee, Mrs. R. Creech, Victor Kestle, Mrs. J. Southcott, N. J. Dore, Miss L. Jeckell; magazine comtaittee, Kestle, Mrs. R. N. Creech, G. S. How­ ard; property committee, G. S. How­ ard, B. W. Tuckey, Victor Kestle, N. J, Dore. With Mrs. Gidley as lib­ rarian the board is desirous that the Exeter library will continue to serve the public in 1943 as well as in the past. N. M. M. v.( Sgt. spent here. Mr. spent the wood, Mrs. A. visiting with Mrs. J. W. Powell, of town. Miss Irene VanCamp, R.N., of Lon­ don, spent the week-end at her home here. Mrs. Stacey, of Mitchell, is visit­ ing with her mother, Mrs. Bertha Harvey. L.A.C, Arthur Hern, of No. 4 A. O.S., Crumlin, spent the week-end at his home in Exeter, L.A.C. Eddie Madsen, of No. 9 S.F.T.S., and Mrs. Madsen visited in Sarnia over the week-end. A.W.l Betty Wenger, of Alymer, spent the week-end as the guest of hei- aunt, Mrs. Robert Wenger. A.C.2 Bob Dinney, of Manning Depot, Toronto, spent the week-end with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Dinney. Mrs. Hugh Morenz, of Dashwood, visited over the week-end with her uncle and aupt, Mr. and Mrs, F. Brierley. Mr. Gordon Emmitt and Miss Ruth Fraser, of,London, were week­ end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Wil­ liam Fraser. Mr. R. M. Dinney, of Toronto, has been confined to bed for a few days at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Dinney. Misses Annie D. Handford and Hettie Sweet, after spending a few days in town with friends, have re­ turned to London. Britain Sanders has been con­ fined to his home and under the doctor’s care. It is hoped may soon be out again. Mr, and Mrs. B. W. F, are spending a few days in where Mr. Beavers is attending a convention of hardware dealers at the Royal York Hotel. Mr. J. Albert Traquair is spend­ ing a few days in Toronto attend­ ing a hardware convention being held in week. Miss signed Packers. Miss Donna Vanderburgh, of Clinton, is taking her place in the office. Mr. and Mrs. John Lovie and Mr. and Mrs. Neil McDonald, of Lon­ don, visited With Mr. and Mrs. Har­ vey Lovie, of Stephen, over the week-end. Miss Maxine Lawrence, on the staff of the Bank of Commerce, Seaforth, spent the past week her uncle and aunt, Mr. B. M. Francis. Mr. Hugh Wilson, who attending Beal Technical Powles, of St. Thomas, is that ho Beavers Toronto the Royal York Hotel this Margaret Melville has re- her position with Canada and with Mrs. been CAVEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. John Galloway Mrs- J. G. Covhrap©. Organist 10 a.m.—Sunday School 11 a.m.-—-Public Worship 7 p.m.—-Evening Service Monday, 7,30 p.m.—Y.P.S. Thursday, Feb, 18, 3 p.m.—-W.M.S meeting at the home of Mrs. G. Dow. MAIN ST, UNITED CHURCH Hairdressing * # • Tomlinson’s Phone 146 FISH FISH Your government advises the consumption of fish to con­ serve beef. IF YOU WANT FISH WE HAVE THEM Cod Fillets, Ciscoes, Gold Eyes, Finn Haddie, Haddock, Herring, Kippers, Salmon, Smelts, White­ fish. JUMBO ICE CREAM BRICKS 20c each * * * Exeter Frozen Food Locker Phone 70 KS STEWART’S TAXI Phone 155w Exeter Day or Night STEWART BROS. GARAGE Notice re Shade Trees Citizens of Exeter requiring shade trees may secure them without cost by leaving theii’ order at the Clerk’s office not later than March 1st. Our Store will be closed every Wednesday afternoon at 12 o’clock. New Prints and Poplins 25 PIECES OF NEW PRINTS AND POPLINS, WE ARE LUCKY TO GET THIS SHIPMENT, GET YOUR SUPPLY WHILE WE HAVE SUCH A GOOD ASSORT MENT. DO NOT BUY MORE THAN YOU NEED, PRICED AT PER YARD Among the graduates who receiv­ ed their officers* certificates at Brookville on Saturday were Clay­ ton F. Dixon, Clinton and Roland B. Hutton, Wingham. At Three Riv­ ers, Quebec, on Saturday, W. W. Reid, Goderich and F, J. Culliton, St. Marys, received certificates (Qualifying them for the rank of second lieutenant in the Canadian * army. DANCING.... at Exeter’s New — DANCELAND— (The bld Opei’a Housed EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT with TED PUbNEY General Admission 50c EVERY SATURbAY NIGHT witii CLAYTON STEEPER has School in London, has accepted a position as a machinist With the Kellogg Co. in that city. Mayor W. J. Heainan, of London, returned to his city hall desk on Monday after a week’s absence dur­ ing which he was confined to his home suffering from a severe cold. Mr. Harold Jeffrey, of Usborne, has been ill in St. Joseph's Hospi­ tal, London, for the past two weeks and is recovering slowly. His many friends hope to see him around again soon. About twenty members of the C.G. LT, enjoyed a skating party at the Exeter Arena On Monday evening. Following skating the girls return­ ed to the church where lunch Was served. Miss Ardys McFalls, who has been employed with the Chainway for some time, has taken over the man­ agement of the store Since the en­ listment of Mr. William McGee tn the R.C.5A.F. . Signalman Calvin Heywood, of Kingston, is spending a six-day leave with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hec­ tor Heywood. He spent the week­ end in Detroit. Signalman Jack Moise, formerly of Exeter, who is in the same unit, is on leave at the home of his parents in Blenheim, RATION BOOK NO. 2—HOW AND WHEN TO GET IT Ration Book No. 2, containing Ration Coupons for Tea, Coffee, Sugar and Butter, as well as spares will not be mailed. These books will be distributed from eight centres in this district on February 2 5, 26, 27. As the coupons in these new Ration Books come into use on March 6, it is very important that you se­ cure your book . during the above dates or you will be without Ra­ tions. You may secure your book at the most convenient centre listed be­ low. Before you can secure your new ration book you must fill in and surrender the application card in the back of your present Ration Book No. 1. Leave this card in the back of youi’ ration book for the distri­ bution officer to tear out. Make sure that your serial number, in­ cluding letters 'and figures as shown on the front cover of your ration book No. 1, is clearly written on the application card. Also your name and present address must be clear­ ly given. Each application card must be signed by the ownei" of the book except in the case of children, when parent or guardian may sign. Residents of rural areas may apply on behalf of their neighbors, pro­ viding ration book No. 1 and pro­ perly filled in and signed application cards are presented. Any senior or responsible member of a household may apply for new ration books bn behalf of the other members of a household providing ration book No. 1 and properly filled in application cards, are presented. Children un­ der sixteen Will not be allowed to apply tor new ration books, The following centres will be open February 25, 26 and 27 with the designated distributing officers In charge: Public Library, Exeter, R. N. Creech; town hall, Hensail, Laird Mickle; school house, Centralia, Brtice Fields; township Hall, Cre- diton, Edwin Beaver; Commercial Hotel, Dashwood, Addison Tieman; township hall, Zurich, George Del- chert; Mrs, Abner Mollard’s Grand Bend, Elimville, centres p.m., 2 J. W. Holt; township hail, William Johns. will be open 11 a.m. to 6 and 7 to 10 p.nt Thdse 1to A.C.2 Bob Burns, who recently Completed a course With the R.C.A.F. at Montreal, and Was transferred to Calgary, arrived in that city ou Sat­ urday, ‘February 6. In writing to his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Sanders, he stated that the weath­ er at Calgary Was about 40 degrees above and was just like fall, There was no show and the Streets were bare, lie had not worn his overshoes since arriving there. Rev, N. J, Woods, M.A., Minister Airs, A, Y. Willard, <h'ganist 10.30 a.m.—Public Worship and Church School. The Minister. 7 p.m.—Public Worship. The Min­ ister. Wednesday, Feb. 17, 8 p.m.—Union prayer meeting at Main Street 'Church. Speaker, Rev. M, A, Hunt. JAMES ST. UNITED CHURCH Rev. A. B. Irwin, B.A. W. R. Goulding, A.T.C.M. Organist and Choir a.m.—“The Flood of deader 11 3 p.m.—Sunday School Class. 7 p.m.—“The Sin of Inconsistency” 8.15 p.m.'—Y.P.U. the Years” and Bible TRIVITT MEMORIAL CHURCH Rector, Rev, M. A- Hunt Organist, Miss MacFaul Choir Leader, Mr. MidcUexniss Septuagesima Sunday a.m.—Sunday School11 7 p.m.—Evensong and sermon: 4'An Inspiring Promise'' •PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE (Sunday School—2 p.m. 'Service—3 -p.m. Evening Service—8 p.m. Wednesday, 8 p.m.—Prayer ing. All are welcome. Pastor—B. Clemens meet- i ZION EVANGELICAL CHURCH Crediton M, E. Reuher, B.Aj, B.D., Minister Mrs. F. W. Morlock, Organist Lawrence A. Wein, Choir Leader 10 a.m.—'Morning Worship 11 a.m.—Church School 7.30 p.m.—Evening Worship Thursday, 8 p.m.—Midweek service Friday, 7.15 p.m.—Junior League Friday, 7.45 p.m.'—Senior League Welcome j A SUGGESTION In order to give the people from the country a reasonable chance to get their new ration books in Exe­ ter, and to avoid unnecessary rush­ es and slack periods it is suggest­ ed that Exeter people as far as pos­ sible apply during the open hours from 11 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. and Thurs­ day and Friday evenings. The vol­ unteers who are doing this work Want to do it right, and if rushes can be avoided it will help. Bring in your old book with the card in the back properly filled in, not torn out. UNDERWENT OPERATION but 20c 25c 30c 35c Sheetings and Pillow Cotton Buy your unbleached sheetings this month and bleach them this frosty weather* We offer some real values. They come in three widths: 72 inch at 5Oc a yard 81 inch at 55c a yard 91 inch at 79c a yard White and Plaid All Wool Blankets We were fortunate in securing a few all wool blankets in white and fancy checks. The plaids are 64x84 inches each $7.00 Plain white 64x84 inches per pair $13.95 New Wallpapers • Brighten up your rooms this spring. We are showing a fine range of lovely patterns. Priced at per roll 12%c 15c 18c 25c to 50c Special Rack of Dresses 12 only spun rayon dresses and crepes. We offer these at extra special prices, your choice $1.95 12 only, values to $7.95 Your choice $3.95 WE SELL WAR SAVINGS STAMPS Get the habit of buying them each week. Grocery Specials for Thurs., Friday and Saturday HAND PICKED WHITE BEANS have a home made dish ........... per lb. 5c BLACK MISSION FIGS, in packages, very nutritious, 2 pkgs, 25c AYLMER GRAPE JUICE made from Canadian grapes, bottle 20c FRENCH’S PREPARED MUSTARD in 6 oz-. jars .......... 10c RAISINS sultana sefedless E—........ . ................................. 2 lbs. 25c GEIBER’S BABY a splendid pack FOODS per tin 5c COFFEE, try our ground Rex Coffee fresh per lb. 45c KELLOGG’S CORN FLAKES glass tumbler free with 3 pkgs, for 25c AYLMER BRAND PICKLED BEETS choice quality, 17 oz. jar.....................25c Southcott Bros. Phone 16'Exeter RED CROSS NEWS The following is the list of articles brought in for shipment February 12: 52 18-in. socks, 12 service socks, 5 26-in. socks, 28 turtle-neck sweaters, 16 V-neck sweaters, 49 mitts'," 3 5 pairs gloves, 29 aero caps, 6 alternative caps, 46 turtle-neck tuck-ins, 1 toque, 1 washcloth, 5 girls’ sweaters, 7 boys’ knitted suits, 3 girls knitted dresses, 1 baby’s sweater, 23 pairs bootees, 2 boys' sweaters, 1 infant’s set, 1 bonnet, 1 afghan, 34 women’s gowns, 27 slips, 2 pairs knickers, 2 pairs men’s pyjamas, 16 boys’ units, 21 mattress covers, 17 sanitary pads, 1 hospital gown, 5 slings, 28 hospital wash cloths, 53 towels, 10 boys’ shirts, 63 quilts, 4 crib quilts, 5 men’s shirts, 8 decks playing cards, 60 diapers, 5 helmets, 1 dress, 1 pair sleepers, 266 articles of refugee clothing. Would the conveners of units kindly see that an itemized list of articles sent in for shipment is at- a This is War! Your Suits Must Last Mrs. William Fraser received word i ..last week of the illness of her bro-( ther, Mr. Enos Cudmore, who re- j sides in Sedro Woolley, Wash. Mr. Cudmore has not enjoyed the best of health for some time suffering from anaemia. On January 26 he was operated on and took a weak spell on the operating table and was given oxygen so that the too- , tache’-~ ~ qaota ^“’7 of tors might continue the operation. clothln ana ’the total num. For several days his ite hung m, artl(,1M The com. the balance but the crisis passed and I [ttee w u elate the he is now on a fair way to recovery. coop9ration 0£ the ufiItB In thi8 mat. Mr. Cudmore was a former Exeter i t , boy ''and for several years was a! clerk with Carling Bros. He has I Washington for severally ears. many old friends here will be pleased 1 to learn of his recovery and trust it will be permanent. resident of the stole of T?e. 5>f Me; . Church met at the home of E. Sing of | business Ised and plans were laid for a pros- j pective entertainment. Lunch was ' served by the hostess at the close of i the meeting. i I Phono News Items to the Tinies*' Advocate. Tips On happenings are ! always appreciated. m ARE YOU RUPTURfcb? Did You Even Buy a Truss that Didn’t Fit? That Can’t Happen Hero are Properly Fitted by anYou Experienced Fitter in our Private Truss Room and Protected by a Signed, Money*BacIr Guarantee Your Drugs at ROBERTSON’S Phone 50 Irwin on Thursday even­ last week. The regular of the month was discus- Crash in Snowstorm. j buring the snowstorm on Thurs- day, while Dr. IL H. Taylor, of Dash* Wbodf and Mrs. L. Gibson, of ' Exeter North, were returning from London, they met with an acOident just south of Wesley Webber’s farm. Visibility became so poor that Ur» Taylor was forced to stop his car ahd an oncoming car hit it head-on, ■ damaging both cars somewhat, The grill of Dr, Taylor’s car was jam* Jmednn and also the fenders. The ,car was towed to Exeter by the Exeter i Centralia bus. Don’t expect one suit to stand the strain of everyday wear forever, By all means _ buy an extra one while you can do so. It has been found that by wearing your suits alternatively, you permit the fabrics to return to theii" original shape when not in use. In this way durability is greatly increased and cleaning and pressing bills are reduced. W. W. TAMAN Mrs. Thos. Northey, Formerly of Exeter, Died at Pt. Huron A former resident of this com­ munity, Mrs. Charlotte Northey, be­ loved Wife of Thomas Northey, died at her home in Port Huron on Sun­ day morning, February 14, follow­ ing a long illness. Deceased was a daughter of John Prout, Sr. She was born east of Exeter, July 1, 1865, and attended the Elimville United Church. She was married to her now bereaved husband and moved to Fort Huron, Surviving besides her husband is one daughter, Mrs. Lil­ lian Powell, Of Port Huron, also two brothers, John Prout, of Exeter and Nelson Ptout, of Detroit, and several nieces and nephews. Caven Y.P.S. The regular meeting of Caven Y.P.S. was held Monday evening in the primary room of the Sunday School. The 'meeting opened by singing hymn 53 8 followed by prayer by Rev, Mr. Galloway. The scripture lesson was read by Jack Whyte, Hymn 545 was sting, fol­ lowed by the roll call to which 18 members responded/ The collec­ tion was taken and the minutes of the last meeting were then read fthd adopted. After the business part of the meeting a hymn whs fol­ lowed by the benediction, Gamed wore enjoyed by all. 4. Mr. J. B. Dawson, who for a number of years has been engaged as bookkeeper In the Exeter Rural Hydro office, loft Saturday fol* Sand­ wich whore Jte will hold the posi­ tion of chief office clerk for the Sandwich Rural Bower District. I James street Y.P.IJ. About fifty young people of the James Street United Church hold a skating party at the Exeter Arena on Monday evening, having use of the ice from nine until eleven o’clock. Following Skating they re­ turned to the church whore hot dogs and coffee were enjoyed, &