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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1943-12-16, Page 2THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER QNTA fa THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 1(5, 1943 Times established 1873; Advocate established 1881 amalgamated November 1924 PUBLISHED EACH: THURSDAY MORNING AT EXETER, ONTARIO An Independent of the Village Newspaper devoted to the ot Exeter and Surrounding interests District Member of the Canadian Newspapers’ Association; of the Ontario-Quebec Division of the CWNA Weekly Member All Advertising Copy Must be in Our Hands Not Later Than Noon on Tuesdays SUBSCRIPTION RATE $2,00 a year, in advance; six months, $1.00 three months 60c JT. M. SOUTHCOTT PUBLISHER THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1943 mar- shell that pro- with ever The Call to the Road When disposed to be censorious because of the slowness of the advance of the allies in the present war, we'll do well to stop to mark how much is being done by our fightng men. In North Afrca, theirs was no progress through Eden but over sands that scorched them by day and through winds that chilled them to the row by night. Every step was taken under fire and over mines laid with all the skill experience of warfare and science could vide. Not an achievement was made but the cost of the bravest blood the Empire had known. In Italy the difficulties and hard­ ships of North Africa have been widened and deepened and intensified to a degree that leave the horrors of Africa but a memory. Neck deep in icy waters holding high their rifles under a murderous shell fire from an enemy that made every foot of advance perilous beyond all tell­ ing, our brave men have crossed river after river till the enemy was compelled to flee to positions more advantageous for his holding. Comrades fell, but the soldiers pressed on, giving them­ selves no rest till king ancjl country had been well and noby served. As the sodiers fought their civilian brothers were not idle on farm, in factory, in the store. Women served as they sometimes wept at the thought of the perils of those dearer to them than life itself. “On, ye brave,” has been the rousing cheer rising on ten million voices. And pn the brave are moving, on the battlefield and in statesmen’s hall. Prog­ ress may seem small, but it must in terms of the difficulties of the morning calls the empire and her road and, though weary, her sons bravely march forth to all that makbs for free­ dom and good will. AS. Ay be measured way. Every allies to the respond and * Helping Themselves Farmers in the Avonbank district have a live farm forum. The farmers over there are fond of fun. At their meetings they have the livliest sort of games and have their full share of every sport and recreation that drives dull care away. But that is not all that engages their attention at such meetings. For instance, at their last gathering they received a report of a visit of four of their farmers to the Brant­ ford region where they gave first hand atten­ tion to the new pasturage introduced by Mr. Abeles, a Czecho Slovak who was driven from his nativ.e land by Hitler. Not content to lie down and wait for things to improve, this far­ mer introduced to Canadian conditions a per­ manent pasture formula that is alleged to have proven highly advantageous to those who have given it a fair trial. The Avonbank farmers resolved to talk things over with. Mr. Abeles and his neighbors, and at the last meeting of Hie local farm forum they told of what they 'had seen and heard. This is the sort of thing that means progress in Canadian farming. Avon- Jbank is not content with merely hearing from 'Others what is being done, but have the enter­ prise to act on the maxim “seeing is believing.” * * A Good Move Huron Presbytery of the United Church made a good move at its meeting in Clinton last Tuesday when it appointed a committee on rural industrial relations, Only good can come of such an effort. For many a decade the church in this county was rural in its character. As the country opened up, towns and villages were inevitable. At the same time, this is a farming county, dependent upon agricultural life for its prosperity. The church sees this and is realizing that what is of interest to the farmer is a vital •part of her concern. In days like these when the government is making a determined effort to imrove everything that means the material condition of the farmer, it is seemly that the church should make a systematic effort to aid and to lead in a work so important. w -X- 4 * Those Excess Profits Taxes had formed the habit of doing whack the big fellows in busi- Some of US all we could to ness, though we had heard something of the folly of killing the goose that lays the golden egg. One business man only this week told us something about those excess profits taxes. “You see,” he expained, “folks had got into the way of looking to this firm whenever money was required for one good cause er another. When the time for Christmas cheer came about, we were required by public opinion to subscribe liberally** Most of us did so. Our glances were directed to the needs of the public library, to the hospitals, to the special needs of the schools, of the churches and a few odd dozen other worthy objects. If we were the real thing among the big fellows, we were looked to to support laboratories and the means for fighting diseases of one variety and another. All of these sums had to come out of our profits. If we took mon­ ey from our capital we soon would be out of the running in business.” “But?* we argued, “it is the duty of the council and the province and of the dominion to attend to all these things.” “It is. But the rub comes when the government has to go through a lot of bother to find out what expenditure the people will toler­ ate. People are shy about having their tax bill increased. Further, it is almost impossible to get people of small means to put a share of their cash into such projects as we have mentioned. But the men who made a good deal of money could be persuaded to put their individual ef­ fort into a project into which the average man would turn away from, Now that our profits are taken away in taxes and succession dues in such ways, we are deprived of our power to support really good causes or to initiate new' enterprises. The effect on business is to dis­ courage men from entering business and to dis­ courage the man capable of handling large sums profitably from expanding his business. In this way folk who work well under a boss simply do not get jobs and are likely to become public charges. & # 7? Congratulations, Collingwood Recently Collingwood liad an opportunity expressing herself on the liquor question.of The result was a vote of four to one in favor of industry and of homes and of common decen­ cy. Let it be remembered that Collingwood is an industrial centre where extensive shipbuild­ ing is carried on. We have heard it said over and over again that liquor is a friend of the workingman. In this instance, the workingman recorded his vote against the liquor. We believe that the workingmen and their wives all over Canada are opposed to the sale of liquor as a beverage. For some time there has been a tend­ ency to look upon the beverage use of liquor with favor. When we bear such talk we think of the part}' behind a car wheel who has been indulging in this intoxicant. We think, too, of the firm employing men who require regular attendance of the workers and ask if these firms think well of employees* who are drunk on Sat­ urday night and most of Sunday. We ask, too, what is thought of by the fathers and mothers whose youngsters flows freely, spoken. are ; At any ** 15 YEARS AGO PECK—-SNELL at parties where liquor rate Collingwood has And This is *«• One Reason Jus^ this week we met a brave little mother from the country who in reply to our question said, “I have not heard from my son since the first of November nor from my daughter for a longer time than that.” Both young people are with the armed forces. We met a father nearly eighty years of age whose son sold out his farm with all its herd of pure bred stock to join the air force. This young fellow had it in him to be the gunner who sat in the tail of an airplane that swept over Germany. This plane failed to return but was reported missing. For five months the father has learned nothing further of his son. all over why we Such stories may be repeated our broad land. And that is one reason are having a subdued Christmas season. * ** Note and Comment havin’ Christmas cookin’ done. The missus is ** Johnny and Mary skates and wondering i ■ it-■ £ Circumstances are that all the casualties battlefields. some time gettin’ the * * ' are looking up their and ■wondering. demonstrating one again are not confined to the The medical bigwigs have been telling us is likely to pass its peak thisthat the influenza week. • •»«•* * How we miss those fine big twisty candies with their tremendous power of developing real thing in thirst. the &«- * «• We were not aware that there were few trees available for fuel purposes till coal supply ran distressingly low. so the « * * * When disposed to grumble regarding tain rationing restrictions, let us not forget none of us have been obliged to go to a hungry bed, * * ** cer­ that In our younger days we were familiar with a famous tune, wonder if there on the Fence?0 “Turkey in the Straw?’ We is to be a new tune, “Turkey $ # w While the present epidemic of the influenza been serious enough in all conscience, we glad that it has not been accompanied by virulant characteristics of nineteen eighteen. < * * * ■» We face the opening of the western front in Europe with quiet hearts and steady hands, bat we do wish with all out hearts that there was a good deal less talking about that terrible day, by those in high places, especially. has are the # * * About thirty from this community staged the first jack-rabbit hunt of the season on Wednesday of last week when they bagged about 50 lacks. Mr. Chas. Kerslake, of the London Road south, went to Victoria Hos­ pital, London, on Thursday of last week for the purpose of undergoing' an operation. Unfortunately he was taken ill with influenza and the operation had to be postponed, He has been Quite sick but is improving and expects to undergo the opera­ tion soon. 25 YEARS AGO Sgt. W. J, Mallet and Pte. A, S. Bolton, both of whom enlisted with 161st Battalion at Exeter, arrived home on Tuesday evening, after 27 months overseas. After the break­ ing up of the 161st, the former went to the Forestry Corps, and the lat­ ter to the 1st Battalion in France. Exeter heartily welcomed the dier boys back home again. The inmates of the homes of Mr. and Miss Wynn, and Mr. W. H. Hod- gert had the unpleasant experience on Friday night last. In each case the gas in some manner escaped from the stove and they were nearly overcome when they awakened and opened up and others they were hours. Word has been received from England that Sgt, Milton Pfaff, son of William Pfaff, of the Lake Road, is seriously ill, following two opera­ tions. The weather has been mild- for the season of the year. SOI- the doors and windows, were saved. As it was pretty sick for a few 50 YEARS AGO The hundred acre farm of the late James Willis estate in the town­ ship of Stephen was sold by auction at the Central Hotel on Saturday last and was Sanders for The farm is Mr. Jerry purchased by Mr. Robt. the sum of $3,100.i0i0. considered cheap. Heainan, who resides a little south of Exeter, while des­ at the the full all were ■of Christ- classes of present at cending from a ‘G.T.R. coach Centralia on Saturday last, had misfortune to break an arm at wrist. All of the business houses in town are now in holiday attire, and the show windows are mas presents for people. Quite a number the wood-bee given by Mr. Charles Isaac, 3rd concession of Stephen, on Thursday last and consequently a splendid supply of wood was cut. After the completion of a faithful day’s work, all present indulged in a social dance. At the regular meeting' of Leban­ on Forest Lodge. No. 133, A.F. and A.M. held on Monday evening, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year, Bros. C. H. San­ ders, W.M.; J. J. Knight, S.W.; Jos. Davis, J.W.; J. P. Ross, Chap. S. O’Neil, treas.; M. Eacrett, Wm. Brooks, Tyler. ; J3. sec.; or an The ' memory long been letter always door on a de- after the •lost or Don’t forget that a word act on card may be just as treasur­ ed a Christmas gift as the most expensive purchase, of it will often live ’material gift has broken. Closing a seems like closing a parting friend. Adding a P.S. seems like opening it again to say another good bye or say “I had to open the door again to give your hand another squeeze, and wish you were not agoing but coming. I don’t like saying good bye. Remember your loved ones this Christinas and also some of the absent boys and girls. Make their Christmas the very best they have yet enjoyed. Smiles . . . . “Allow me to present my band to you.” “No thanks, I one of my own.” * * * The head of the house Was ing a newspaper fully. When he end he remarked you know dear, hus- have read- care-article very had come to the to his wife: “Do I think there’s something in what this article says —that the cleverness of the father often proves a stumbling-block to the son.” His wife heaved a Sigh of relief. “Well, thank goodness,” she said, “our Bobby won’t have anything to fall over!” * * Mike whs smiling all over his face. “I've a dandy job now, Pat,’’ he told his friend. “Who is it ye work for?” asked Pat. “Casey’s, the contractors,” was the reply. “Phwat is it ye’re doin’?” inquired his f fiend. “Biggin’ a well,” replied Mike, with an artful wink. “I’ve dug down so far now that th’ boss can’t see if I am workin* or not.’ & Elva Snell, second The ceremony was chapel The marriage took place of LAC. Robert K. Feck, of Moncton, New Brunswick, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Peck, of Stanley town­ ship, to. Miss daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Snell of Londesboro. solemnized in the R.C.A-F. of No. 8 S.F.T.S. Moncton, and had the honor of being the first wedding in the new chapel. The weather was perfect. Flight Lieutenant Wil- son, padre of the station, officiated, Sergeant Johnston presented a med­ ley of wedding music on the electric organ. The bride looked charming in a brown tailored suit, brown shoes and hat, with poudre blue accessories, and corsage of pink roses. The attendants were LAC, H. Lee of Regina, Saskatchewan, who is stationed at Moncton, a close friend of the groom since they met at St. Thomas before being transferred to Moncton a year ago. Mrs, Lee, as bridesmaid, wore a green two piece wool dress, with brown accessories, and a corsage of yellow mums. A wedding dinner and reception was held in the Brunswick hotel, and the happy young couple will take up residence at No. 3 Waterloo Street. Everyone Will Enjoy $ay “Merry Christmas Head Your Chrismas Gift List With a Subscription to KIPPEN WOjMEN’S INSTITUTE Mrs. John Sinclair was hostess for the Kippen East Women's In­ stitute when, with Mrs. Glenn Mc- lean, presiding, Mrs. William Cole gave a report on the London district convention, stressing the nation­ wide emphasis on health and its im­ portance in post-war nation-building. Miss Margaret McKay was in charge of the program. A debate judged by William Broadfoot and T. N. Forsyth, was the highlight of the meeting. The' subject was, “Re­ solved that the present has nothing to offer that the pioneer days lack­ ed.” The speakers were Mrs. R. Dalrymple, Mrs. .James Finlayson, Mrs. Thomas Kay and Mrs. W. Bell. Mrs. W. Kyle reported on replies received on various overseas boxes; Mrs. Doig, on the knitting; Mrs. Workman, on quilts; Mrs. Alex McGregor, sewing; Mrs. Glenn Slavin, jam; Mrs. J. W. McLean, finances. The collection for over­ seas boxes made in the community amounted to $148.50 FORMER HENSALL WOMAN DIES IN TORONTO Jen- Rev. McConnell, pastor for many the Presbyterian Church in (before Union), died at the Pavillion, Toronto General Mrs. McConnell was a Fergus, receiving her The Times-Advocate Not just one gift but 52, one’s that are always new. The last copy will be just as welcome, just as thrilling, just as interesting as the very first—and it is a whole family gift. Zurich and Hay Twp. Honor Andrew Hess A. F. Hess, clerk of Hay Town­ ship, was honored Thursday evening of last week at a banquet at the Dominion Hotel by the Hay Town­ ship Council, Zurich Village trus­ tees and other officials and their wives, numbering The banquet was services rendered municipal affairs. Mr. and Mrs. Hess ed with an occasional lor Haugh reading the address, with Councillor Geiger presenting the chair. William G. Edinghoffer Superintendent H. addresses. Mr. Hess served ship clerk for 25 years, secretary-treasurer Telephone 21 years; secretary- about 40 in all. recognition of Mr. in by were chair, Hess in present- Council- RATESW j? to ® 2-sol $ I;: ’*! •it ■ i »HOTELS • • 1! ’»dfooKVIfOWW J’jnJT LOCATEDHoonff. 7 »tASY foffiEWaoUTES 111 J Following a brief illness, Mrs. nie McConnell, 6 6, widow of John A. years of Hensall Private Hospital, native of education in the public school in that town. Later she attended the Elora Model School, and afterwards taught a .few years near (Fergus. Following her marriage (in 1901 to Rev. Mr. McConnell, she resided at Creemore, Norwich, Blind River, Hensall and Bracebridge, where her husband held pastorates. Twelve years ago Mrs. McConnell went m Toronto. Surviving are three daugh­ ters, Mrs. I. H. Sloane, Mrs. W. R. Maxwell and Mrs F. Clinkett, a son, Gordon A. McConnell, of Toronto. Her husband died 1931. Geiger Reeve Armstrong; Assessor and Steinbach as Hay years, HURON FRUITMEN PLAN CO-OPERATIVE BUYING f "♦k Road gave Town­ treasurer and all in theA meeting of the executive of Huron Fruit Growers’ Association was held in the Agricultural office at Clinton. It was decided to order spray supplies co-operatively for 1944, distribution to be made from a Clinton warehouse in April. Plans were made for the annual meeting to be held in Clinton in March, when the guest speakers will be Prof. J. E. Howitt, Ontario Agricultural College, Guelph; Prof. R. W. Thomson, of. the same in­ stitution; Gordon Blair, Burling­ ton, and J. J. Johnston, London. It was decided to affiliate with the Ontario JJ'ruit Growers’ Asso­ ciation and the Huron Federation of Agriculture, and the president was named delegate to each of these organizations. MISCELLANEOUS SHOWER Peck, R. M, Emmaline and Mrs. Twp., whose mar- November 27, to Elliott, of Toronto, employed with the Co., and previous to from Goderich was Miss Dorothy daughter of Mr. Peck, of Stanley i'lage took place John Francis was formerly Goderich Salt her departure guest of honour at a miscellaneous shower by a number of girl friends held at the home of Mrs, Joseph Murphy, the farmer (Miss Mary Howard), assisted by Miss Maxine Wilson, A lafge number of neigh­ bours and friends met at the home of her parents Mb. and Mrs. R. M. Peck and showered her with many beautiful and useful gifts. Contests were enjoyed and a mock wedding featured the evening. The address to the popular bride-elect was read by Mrs, Eimote Baytcr. iA delicieu’s luncheon was served. for 22 for the Hay Municipal System for treasurer for Zurich Police Village for 25 years, secretary for the Zurich Hydro System for 25 years, and in 21 years has issued a total of 244 marriage licenses. Mr. Hess has resigned these of­ fices to become effective at the end of the year, but is continuing his own private business as notary public conveyancer, representative for the Huron and Erie and the Canada Trust and Insurance agent. W. H. Brokenshire has been ap­ pointed township clerk beginning in the new year. The address was as follows: of a century you efficient clerk and municipality. Dur- Dear Mr. Hess: For a quarter have been a very treasurer of this ing these many years, you have been our guide - and counsellor, always ready to give good, sound advice, whenever you were consulted. On reminiscing, we find that the name of Hess contributed greatly to the progressive development of have your serv- you, this community; and you nobly upheld the traditions of forefathers. May the years of ice rendered so cheerfully by be a real inspiration to us, as we continue to play our part in daily life towards our fellowmen. It is with deep regret on our part that you have severed connections with the township; however, are sglad that you are still ing in your profession. Therefore, we couldn’t event of such significance without showing in our way how we appreciated your ser-t Vices. We join in wishing you God’s blessing, and as a remembrance we ask you to accept this gift. Signed on behalf of the officials of the Township of Hay. William Haugh, Roland Geiger. we contihu- let an pass by humble Tell If Sell ’Em... you want to ’Em! YOUR VOICE . . . Reaches Only Those Who Happen to be Listening at a Particular Time. YOUR SIGNBOARD . . . Attracts Only Those Who Happen to Pass it . . . and Happen to Read it When They do! Your Newspaper Covers the Local District Thoroughly. Is Read at Your Customers Leisure—When he Pleases. Is a Permanent Record . . . an Expected and Welcome Messenger in, the Homes You Want to Reach! 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