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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1949-01-20, Page 7/ THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, JANUARY 2Q, 1949 Page 7 Mr, and Mrs. A. L< Case spent the week-end in Detroit visiting with the former’s aunt, Mrs, A. Lammie, Mr, George Parker, who is confined to Scott Memorial Hos­ pital, Seaforth, continues quite 111, * Miss Deitz, of Zurich, has ac­ cepted a position at Cook’s Gro­ cery Store and commenced her duties there this week. Miss Olive Petty is spentjing some time with (her 'brother and sister-in-law in Detroit owing to the illness of the latter, Mr. and Mrs. Morley Sanders, of Exeter 'with Mr. ■ Reeve A. W. tending County erich this week, Mrs. Consitt after a pleasant visit With rela­ tives in Toronto, A very enjoyable time was on Tuesday evening at the •of Mr. -and Mrs. in honour of Mrs. Robert •the former Miss Hildebrand. The evening spent in games, -after which the 'guest of honour was presented with many beautiful and' useful gifts. 'Sincere thanks were ex­ pressed by Mrs. Cook to all for the lovely gifts. Refreshments were served at the close. Arnold Circle Meets Mrs. P. A. .Ferguson, hostess, was assisted -by Mrs. H. Hoye, co-hostess, at the Presbyterian Manse on Monday evening when a large representation of mem­ bers and friends, of the Arnold Circle Evening Auxiliary met for the first meeting of the year. The president, Mrs. Glenn Bell, presided and opened the meeting with the study period. Interest­ ing items from the church’s outstanding magazines, the "Glad Tidings” and the "Re­ cord”, were given by Mrs. 'C. Kennedy and Mrs. W. Brown. Mrs. Harold Simpson of Exeter favoured with a vocal solo. Mrs. Ferguson very capably presented the topic from the Study Book. The roll -call was answered with the payment of fees. Mrs. Bell gave an interesting report of the Presbyterial held in Clinton. The following appointments were made: Librarian, Mrs. A. Kers­ lake; scrap book, Mrs. George Tinney; press reporter,- .Mrs. R. MacLaren; treasurer, Miss Jean McQueen. The worship service was in charge of Mrs. Sinclair, of Exeter, who spoke on the use ■of hymns in praise and prayer, msing the following singing of “Give to Our God Immortal Praise”, reading of "Lord Thy Mercy Now Entreating. Respon­ sive reading of “For the Beauty of the Earth” and in conclusion Mrs. H. Simpson sang “Now the Day Is Over”. Refreshments were served at the close- Recent Bride Honoured Following the regular practice held by the United Church choir members in the Sunday school room on Thursday night, Jan­ uary joyed Cook (the former Miss Anita Hildebrand). Misses Betty Mic­ kle and Bernice Jinks directed several interesting contests. Mr. S. G. Rannie, choir leader, acted as chairman for the occasion. •Misses Audrey Walsh and Mar- len Petzke sang a lovely duet, after which Mrs. R. H. Sander­ son gave a delightful reading, her own composition. Mrs. Cook was called upon and made the presentation of a cream, sugar, and tray set, Miss Mary Good­ win doing the honours and Gla­ dys Luker reading the address. An appropriate reply was made by the guest of honour. Deli- xiov. refreshments were served. During the lunch hour, Rev. R. A, Brook and Rev, R, BL -San- derson gave humorous speeches. The enjoyable affair was well attended, Hensall Institute The Hensall Institute members and guests met ip the Bunday school room of the United Church January MacLean chair, of ar- Greta Mac- were recent visitors and Mrs, Robert Cook. Kerslake is at- Council in God- returned home spent home Cook Cool?, N. ,E. Anita was 13, a social hour was en- in honour of Mrs. Robert AUTOMOBILE OWNERS For a premium of only a few dollars, Medical Payments in­ surance can be added to your automobile policy. In the event of injury to occupants of your car (including yourself) this coverage pays medical expenses up to $500.00 on each occupant. Ernest C. Harvey Insurance Agency. 13:20:27c on Wednesday night, 12, with (Dr. Margaret vice-president, in the » The hostesses in charge rangemenfs were Miss Lanimie and Dr. Margaret Lean, The Ode and the Lord’s er opened the meeting. The min­ utes were read and collection taken, after which the roll call was answered with musical ness you” War tai, lovely Christmas .toys -and gifts received from the Institute- It was .decided to purchase the book, “Fifty Years of Achieve­ ment”, which was sent on ap­ proval. A district meeting for South Huron Institutes was held in Hensall Town Hall on Decem­ ber 10. The report on same, which was prepared by Mrs. Orr, was read by Gladys Luker. Plans were drawn up for the proposed euchre and dance to be held in the town hall on Fri­ day night, January 28. At this time, Dr. MacLean stressed the loss of a valued member in the passing of the late Mrs. Walks. Mrs. Kerslake rose and expressed thanks to all for their kindnesses shown dur­ ing her <mother’s illness, men­ tioning particularly the shower of cards sent by the members. The February meeting takes place in the Sunday school room with Mrs. Cross and .Mrs. Sher- ritt as hostesses. Gladys Luker gave remarks on the life of Isaac Watts, hymn writer, choosing the hymn "O Go'S, Our Help in Ages Past”, based on the nintieth psalm. The high light was the musi­ cal contest staged for piano pupils ranging from seven to twelve years of age. Piano solos were given by the following pupils, seven to eight years: Kay Bennett, Connie Corbett, Rod Ferguson, Marie Jarrott, Buddy Johnston, Don McLaren, 'Charles Mickle, (Mary Ann Ran- nie; nine to ten years—.Bill La­ vender, Tom Lavender, Dwayne Tinney; eleven to twelve years —Shirley Coleman, Joan Johns­ ton, Jean Lavender, Marilyn Mousseau. The judges, Mrs. Cameron, Mrs. O’Dwyer and Mrs. Middle­ ton, were faced with a difficult task, because all contestants did remarkably well. Prizes were awarded as follows: Group I (seven to eight years)—Marie Jarrott, Mary A n-n R a n n i e; Group II (nine to ten years)— Dwayne Tinney, Tom Lavender; Group III (eleven to twelve years)—Marilyn Mousseau, Jean Lavender. Books were awarded. The non-winners received memo pads. The special speaker was Mrs. (iDr.), O’Dwyer; of Zurich, who gave an exceedingly informative talk on the subject “Music”. Mrs. vote of thanks, after which the nation anthem was sung. The social committee and the hos­ tesses served a 'dainty lunch at the close. >* * ♦ * Mr. and Mrs. Harold Bonthron and Bryan spent a few days last' week in Toronto. Miss Helen Moir of London, Mrs. Oscar Tuckey of Exeter, and Mrs. Alvin Passmore of Thames Road, recently visited at the home of their sister, Mrs. L. Baynham. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Kerslake, Billie and Joan, visited recently with relatives at St. Marys. They were accompanied home 'by the former’s father, Mr. W. Kers­ lake. Pray- my favorite radio program”. Busi was .discussed. A "thank­ letter was -read from the Memorial Children’s Hospi- London,*’ referring to the F. Corbett tendered a Cars for Sale 1947 1941 1939 1930 1946 Ford Scdain black, heater, like new inside and out, low mileage. Foixi Coach, original Up­ holstering and finish. Plymouth Sedan, above average. Model ‘‘A’* Coach. Plymouth Sedan. Junior Group Meets The Junior Associate Group of James Street Church met at the home of Hazel Snider for its January meeting with a splen­ did attendance, The president, Catherine Soutlicott, conducted the business and it W/iS decided to hold a home baking sale on February 12. > Margaret Wein gave the devo­ tional on the theme, "A Prayer for the New Year”. The remain­ der of the evening was spent working on the layettes group is making. Liinch ’ was served by Dinney and her group. The group in charge of nursery reported more mothers taking advantage of this service lit is Conducting ’during morning the Ada Ward Fritz Dodge & DeSoto „ ________ ZURICH ONTARIO I worship each Sunday. the STOPTHATCOUGH’ Dry, obstinate coughs quickly yield to the prompt and soothing action of Dr. Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup. The immedi­ ate use of Dr. Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup may check a cold in its early stages. Dr. Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup is recommended for the relief of coughs, colds, croupy coughs, sore throat and bronchial trouble When buying specify Dr. Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup. “Buy a Bottle to-day?’ Dr. Wood's Norway Pine Syrup By STANLEY'THE OLD HOME TOWN T Usborne Re-appoints All Officials for the Year Buy it, sell it, find It, tell it, do i t,—1th Times-Advocate WANT ADS, M- Announcements Birth, Death and Marriage Notices are inserted free of charge. Card of Thanks 50c. . In Memoriam Notice 50c for single verse, 25c extra for each additional verse, En­ gagements 50c. 't> BIRTHS HARRIS—At Mrs Hunter’s nur­ sing home on ary 14, 1949, and Mrs. A. Exeter, a son, LITTLEJOHN — ten’s nursing home urday, January 15, 1949, to Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Little­ john, of Ailsa Craig, a son. JACKSON—At Mrs. nursing home 6'n January 17, 1949, and Mrs. C. P. Exeter, a daughter, Lynda Paulette. WEBER—At St. Joseph’s Hos­ pital, London, on Thursday, January 6, 1949, to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Weber, of Dash­ wood, a daughter, Diane 'Carol. ,• * WILDS- 1949, Wilds, ghter, Friday, Janu- to Fit. Lieut. A. Harris, of Peter .Steven. At Mrs.Bat­ on Sat- Hunter’s Monday, to LAC. Jackson, of Marie -On Monday, January 3 to Mr. and Mrs. Henry of Dashwood, a Mary Ann. DEATHS dau- KERSLAKE — In Stratford on Sunday, January 16, 1949, Mary Elizabeth Cann beloved wife of the late George Kerslake in hei’ 94th year. CARDS OF THANKS Mose Bechler wishes to thank all those who so kindly remem­ bered him while a patient in 'St. Joseph’s Hospital. Mrs. Dennis Corriveau wishes to thank her many friends and neighbors wlicr remembered her with cards, treats and visits during her recent illness. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Weigand wish to thank all their neigh­ bors and friends for cards and treats sent to while a patient The 1949 Municipal Council of the Township of Usborne held the inaugural meeting for the year at the hour of eleven a.m. on Monday, January 10th, in the Township Hall, Elimville according to Statute. Reeve Hugh Berry and Councillors Wellington Brock, James Simp­ son, Verne 'Pincombe and Har­ old Jeffery took the Oath of Office before the Clerk after which the 1949 Council was formally constituted and Stewart's Taxi$(100,28, 1948, $3,347.27, Total Arrears, $4,270.64, Balance of Cash Jan. 1st 1949, $1,508.65. Council agreed that the sec­ ond Mbnday afternoon in. each month should be the time of the regular meetings, but agreed that the next regular meeting be February 7th. , Al} motions were unanimous­ ly carried and Council adjourn­ ed to meet again on Monday afternoon February 7th in the Township Hall, Elimville, Harry Strang, Clerk. PHONE 335 Exeter K-■M Late Model Cars AND THE FOLLOWING USED OARS ARE NOW ON SALE AT Bob Cook Motor Sales HENSALL, ONTARIO 1946 Special deluxe Ford Coach, low mileage, in exceptionally good condition, 1935 Terraplane Coach, motor has been recently recondi­ tioned, pidced < reasonably. 1934 Plymouth Coupe, These Cars Are All Equipped With Heaters - We Repair All Makes of Cars - PHONE: 54 DAY — 63 NIGHT HENSALL con­ vened with Reeve Berry presid­ ing. Minutes of the final and statutory meeting of 1948 held on December 15 th were con­ firmed as printed as were the Minutes of the .Nomination meeting held on December 27th and the subsequent Declaration of Election by acclamation oi the 194-9 Municipal Council and three .trustees to the Usborne Township School Area Board, on motion of Councillors Simp­ son and Brock,’ 'On motion of Councillors Brock and Pincombe all 1948 Township Officers and Officials were re-appointed for the year 1949 and -Council agreed that the following salaries and rates during annum, annum, to re- Brucefield I.O.O.F. Confers Hensall Degrees On January 3, the Brucefield Degree Team of I.O.O.F. visjted Hensall and conferred the sec­ ond degree on a number of can­ didates in a way this .was much to be commended. A hearty vote of thanks was moved by District Deputy Earl Campbell and sec­ onder by Bro. John McBeth, to the Brucefield Lodge and was ably responded to by the team captain, Bro. Walter Moffat. Re­ freshments were served. CREDITON Mr. James Brock returned on Tuesday -after spending several weeks with friends in Stratford. Master Jamie Johnston, who has been confined to his room with mumps, is much improved. Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Blackwell and Brian, of Listowel, and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Baxter, of Belle Ewart, spent the week-end ait the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. -S. Wuerth. Mr. Oscar Wolfe, of London, is spending i home of Mr. Eil'ber. The Crediton Women’s Insti­ tute is sponsoring -a social eve- ing and card party on Wednes­ day evening, January 26, in the town hall. U.C. Congregational Meeting The annual congregational meeting of the United Church was held in the church school auditorium on Friday evening, January 14. Opening exercises were conducted by Rev. Currie, who also presided for the eve­ ning. Mr. Ed Chambers was ap­ pointed secretary. Reports were given by the treasurers of the different organizations church, -and mil showed church had concluded successful financial year obligations met and worthwhile 'balances on hand. Election of officers followed. Mr. Joseph Woodall, who had served as el­ der for a period of twenty-four years, asked to be relieved but, with Mr. James iMawhinney, was re-elected fori*xaf*'term of five years. Mr. F. W. Clark, con­ venor of the Parsonage Trustee Board, also asked to be relieved. Mr. Elmer Lawson and Mr. Wil­ fred Mack were appointed to serve on the Parsonage Boardl The retiring stewards, Mr. Ed Beaver -and Mr. Ed Lamport, were re-elected. Church Treasur­ er Mr. Ed Beaver was re-elected. M. &. M. Fund Committee: 'Mr. T. Trevethick, Mrs. Elmer Lawson, Miss Joyce ’Chambers, Mrs. Sam ’King, Mr. Ed Lam­ port, with Mr. John Galloway as - treasurer. ! Pulpit Supply Committee: Messrs. G. Hill, Ed Chambers and A. Baker. Ushers: James Mawhinney, chairman; Roy Lamport, Nelson L a m p o r t, John Galloway, A. Baker and Ed Lampert. A motion of thanks was ten­ dered Rev. and Mrs. Currie for their splendid services. Follow­ ing adjournment, lunch was served by the ladies. W.A. and AVALS Hold Meeting The W.A. and W.M.S. of the United Church held their first meeting of the year -on Thurs­ day, January 13, with an attend- dance of thirty. Devotional exercises were con­ ducted by Mrs. (Rev.) Currie, assisted by Mrs. Nelson Lam­ port. A chapter in the Study Book, "Christian Citizens in Training”, was ably given by Mrs. Win. Wright, after which the dedicatory prayer was given by Mrs. James Mawhinney. Mrs, Garfield Hill presided over the W.M.S. business. Sev­ eral items of business were transacted and fourteen -calls re­ ported. In the absence of the W.A. president, Mrs. E. Chambers, Mrs. Wright conducted the W.A. ■business. The treasurer reported a substantial balance on hand. Good Clieer Convenor Mrs. Ger­ ald zwicker reported having sent out a number of boxes of Christmas cheer. Several expres­ sions of appreciation were re­ ceived from recipients Of same. The meeting unanimously agreed to plan for a bazaar this year, and a committee was appointed Under the convenorship of Mrs. Nelson Lamport. (Four new* members were welcomed into the society, During the social period, a de­ lightful lunch was served by Mrs. William Schroeder, Mrs. Ed Lamport and Mrs. Nelson Lam­ port. some time at the . and Mrs. 'George of the that the a very with all of pay would apply 19 49; Reeve $125 per Councillors $100 per Reeve and Councillors ceive an .additional $S each for special meetings; Clerk $65 pel’ month, Treasurer $300 per annum, Road Superintendent 70 cents per hour; Assessor 70 -cents 'per hour and .10 cents per mile, Tax Collector $100 per annum, Auditor $125 per an­ num, M’edical Officer of 1-Iealtli $100; Caretaker $25; Rates of pay for road " machinery opera­ tors and Township labour were set as follows: power maintain­ er and snow plow .operator 70 cents per hour; crawler tractor operator $1 per hour if alone, 70 cents per hour with helper, ordinary labour 60 cents per hour, man with team 75 cents per hour. Livestock valuator, Clayton Smith, to receive $1 per trip and 10 cents per mile while engaged in duties, officers appointed to munerated cents per per mile duties as jT. n » Mrs. Weigand in the hospital* Mrs. Clayton thank all her neighbors who Sims wishes to friends and so kindly re­ membered her with cards, flow­ ers, treats and visits “__2_ patient in St. Joseph’s Hospital and also to those who _____ bered her with treats since her return home. c Mrs. John smith and family Wish to express their sincere thanks to the friends and neigh­ bors for the kindness and sym­ pathy extended to them during their bereavement. while a remem- c IN JWEMORIAM CAMPBELL ory of Arthur passed 1948. The one I His fond true heart is still. The hand that always helped me Now lies in Death’s cold chill. <—Sadly missed and ever remem­ bered by his loving wife, Ruth. c, EARL —- In loving memory of Mrs. George Earl, who passed away one year ago, January 25, 1548. God took her from this world care, To let her tired body rest, We wondered why she had to j But God alone knew best; Her Chair looks, oil, so empty, And we miss her smiling .face, Words can’t express our loneli­ ness, Without her in. her place. -—Ever remembered by husband and family, * my Y. away In loving .dear -Campbell January mem­ husband, who 15, loved has gone to rest of go “Bobby,” said the t e a c h e r sternly, “you know that you have broken the eighth com­ mandment by apple?” "Well, repentant might as and have tenth and only covet it.” stealing John’s replied the un- ‘T thought 1 miss/’ W» well break the eighth the apple us (break the We Are Again Contracting Barley FOR CANADA MALTING COMPANY If Interested, Get in Touch with Us r Phone 103 Geo. T. Mickle & Sons HENSALL, ONTARIO Nights 133 dffi We Pay CashOther appointed to be re- at the rate of 60 hour and 10 cents while engaged in follows: School at­ tendance officer, William Johns sanitary inspector, Harold Bell, fence viewers, Wellington Kers­ lake,. John Prance, Clarense Down, William Doupe, James Heywood; poundkeepers, Earl j Whiting, Thomas Yellow, Ro­ bert Jeffery, Frank Rycknian, j Edmund Alexander, James An­ derson, Everett Skinner, Garnet Johns, Heber Shute, Harold Hern, John Bray. Messrs. ‘Percy Passmore, Har­ old Bell, .Fred Walters, Wilbur Batten and others interviewed the 'Council requesting that Township By-Law be passed to prohibit the hunting of game within the Township by non­ residents, excepting under the supervision of the local clubs. On motion of Councillors I Simpson and Pincombe restric- I ting by-law was .provisionally passed until such time as prop­ er procedure and form should be ascertained. Council directed that notice of the passing of the By-Law should be published immediately in the London Free Press for 3 successive days. A petition for drainage work signed by Robert Jeffery, Mose Bechler and others asking that the Township take over the Charles Harvey Award Drain, and certain other drains having an outlet in the Down Drain and outlined in the petition, as a Municipal Drain and instruct the Township Engineer to bring In a report providing -for the proper drainage of the area. On motion of Councillors Pin­ combe and Jeffery, Council granted the prayer of the peti­ tion and directed that the mat­ ter be referred to the Township Engineer for further action. On motion of Councillors Brock and Simpson a resolution was passed directing that the Township Bank be instructed not to accept any accounts re­ ceivable on behalf of the Town ship. The following correspondence was tabled and dealt with as follows: Ontario Good Roads Assoc, re convention and mem­ ship. Membership taken. Ontario Assoc, of Rural Mun­ icipalities re convention and membership. Membership taken. Armco Culvert Co. re ap­ pointment of new representative for district. Filed. War Hospital $10. Queen, Alexandria grant. Grant given $1'0. Hospital for Sick Children, re grant. No action. Unemployment mission. License stamps on behalf Filed. Department of road appropriation by-law 1949'. Referred to Road super­ intendent for preparation. The Road Superintendent pre­ sented vouchers to the amount of $779.51 and these with oth­ er current accounts to the amount of $279.43 \vere passed for payment on motion Councillors Pincombe and Jef­ fery. 1 The Treasurer reported • arrears as of Jail. 1st 1949 follows: 1946, $323.09, 1947, R I a gull Memorial . Children’s re grant. Grant given San., re Insur. Com- to purchase of employees. Highways re for s- H n ■ ON‘DELIVERY FOR Trimmed Turnips Price this week 40c per bushel. Subject to change. GET YOUR TURNIPS IN NOW Exeter Rutabaga Co. Prepayment of Taxes A GOOD INVESTMENT The following discounts will be allowed for the prepayment First Installment Discounts allowed if paid on or before: of taxes in Exeter >■ February 2 March 1 ... April 15 ... 2% 1S% . 1% Second Installment Discounts allowed if paid on or before: February 2 .... 4% March 1 ....... 3J% April 15 „... 3% Payments may be made to W. C. Pearce and Eric Carstadden, tax collectors, in the Town Hall, Jan­ uary 31 and February 2. Hours: 9 to 12, 1:30 to 5. Chore Boy Gives You ti Health Insurance For Beta Sigma Phi Uhnounc.es the first annual Balloon Ball to be held in the Exeter Arena, on Thursday, January '27. One of the most attractive of the season’s dances, sponsor­ ed by the Alpha Pl "‘Chapter of the sorority, will be held decorative balloon setting. Children’s Playground will efit by Balloon Ball. lit » The bon- of ON YOUR OWN HERD Sandy Elliot YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO GET A One Ruined Cow More Than Offsets the Cost of a Chore Boy! 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