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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1949-12-08, Page 12Pags 12.THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER^ ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 8, 1949 P$rc;y Mollard Mr. George Percy Mollard, a native 4>f Stephen Township and a resident of Exeter for the past eU years, passed away at his home in Exeter on Sunday in his eighty-second year, Mr. Mollard had been subject to a heart con­ dition for many years. He was taken ill Thursday of last week. He was born on the Mollard Line, Stephen Township, son of the late William and Elisabeth Mollard. He farmed in Stephen until he retired to Exeter. He was twice married. His first wife was Fanny Walper, who with two children predeceased him. In June, 1910, he was united in marriage with Rachael Zinn, of Mew Dundee, who survives with one daughter, Mrs. Ed, Fink- beiner, of Crediton. One sister, Mrs. Brophey, resides in Park­ hill. The remains rested at the Hopper-Hockey funeral home Where the funeral service was conducted by Rev. Glenn Beach, of Grand Bend, assisted by Rev. J. V. Dahms, of Crediton. Inter­ ment was in the Grand Bend ^cemetery. Marks Eighty-First Birthday I Congratulations to Mr. Chas. Fritz, of Zurich, who on Friday last observed his 81st birthday. He was an honored guest at the home of his daughter, Dr. and Mrs. Harvey Cowen Sunday. Over $10D were raised for the National Institute for the Blind J in the Tag Day Saturday for which the Cubs deserve a great deal of credit. ‘King All Glorious’ Sacred Christmas Cantata will be presented by the Crediton United ‘ Church Choir ’ And Assisting Artists Sun., Dec. 18 at 8:00 p.m. Silver Collection District Meeting Sugar Beet Growers TOWN HALL, EXETER TUESDAY, DEC. 13 at 2:30 p.m. Members of the marketing board will address the meeting. Moving pictures of Sugar Industry will be shown. All growers are requested to attend. W. H. ESSERY, Director, Huron Comity Lyric THEATRE Previews its Coming Attractions Caven Circle Elects Slate Of Offi cers The annual meeting of Caven Congregational Circle was held on Tuesday evening, December 6, at the home of Mrs, W, G. Cochrane, with Mrs. Russell pre­ siding. The opening hymn was “Holy Night, Peaceful Night”, after which Mrs. Sillery read the scripture lesson from the second chapter of St. Luke followed by prayer. Mrs. W. G. Cochrane, con­ venor of the nominating com­ mittee, presented the following slate of officers for 1950: Hon­ orary president, Mrs. Rose Rus­ sell; first vice-president, Mrs. Fred Simmons; second vice- president, Mrs. J. Taylor; third vice-president, Mys. A. Whil­ smith; secretary, Miss Margaret Brown; press secretary, Mrs. A. Laing; treasurer, Mrs. G. Dow; Red Cross, Mrs. F. Whilsmith; flower committee, Mrs. W. Sim­ mons; manse committee, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Stanlake, Mrs. Simp­ son; gift committee, Mrs. Kirk, Mrs. Learn; pianist, Mrs. J. G. Cochrane. The service of in­ stallation will flie conducted by Rev. Mr. Sinclair during a ser­ vice in the church, A splendid program followed with Miss Anna Brock giving two readings, “Christmas For All” and “ 'Twas the Night Af­ ter Christmas”. Miss Irene Beau­ pre sang “O Little Town Of Bethlehem”. Mrs. Whilsmith read the Christmas story from the second chapter of St. Luke’s gospel and Mrs. J. Grant Smith read a sermon preached and published on the birth of the Savioui’ from the text, “Unto you this day in the City of David is born a Saviour”. The closing hymn was “While Shep­ herds Watched Their Flocks By Night”, followed with prayer by Mrs. Russell. Mrs. Sillery expressed the thanks of the Circle to Mrs. Russell for her leadership through the years. Mrs. Millar moved a vote of thanks to Mrs. Cochrane and all taking part in the excellent program, after which refreshments were served by the hostess assisted by Mrs. Mason, Mrs. McLean and Mrs. Laing. Plan About 300 Homes Last week we were a .little aver optimistic in our report of the building situation being car­ ried on at the Centralia Airport. The fact that tenders are being called for the erection of an 18- classroom school adjoining the Airport emphasized the ,import­ ance of this new community. We were informed on what we con­ sidered good authority, not of the airforce, however, that the the overall plan called for GOO homes. This needs modification, The present plan calls for ap­ proximately 300 homes, .Fifty of these homes are now occupied. Another1 130 are in course of construction. The erection of two churches and a store are under consideration but not definately decided upon. Miss Marguerite Pickard, of Hamilton, visited with her par­ ents over the week-end. Mrs. D. A, Anderson spent the week-end visiting with Rev. A, B. and Mrs. Irwin in Sarnia. Mrs. Howard Ford and son Perry, of Brampton, accompanied by her father, Mr. G. E. Meyers, of High River, Alta., spent last week with Mrs. Brierley and other relatives Miss Dorothy Bach, and Miss Margaret Taylor of Preston spent the week-end with the latter’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Tay­ lor. James St. Bible Class Holds Annual Meeting The Adult Bible Class of the James St, United Church held their annual meeting with a ban­ quet in the church parlors Fri­ day evening last. About fifty sat down to an, excellent repast, fol­ lowing which a sing-song was led by Mi-. William Cook. Miss Marilyn Bissett played an in­ strumental solo and Mrs. Dick­ son. favored with a guitar selec­ tion. The pastor Rev. H. J. Snell, was out to his first meeting following his accident and he received a royal welcome. The guest speaker for the evening was Rev. Mr. Wanless, of Wood­ ham, who spoke from the quest­ ion “What is a Christian?” Fol­ lowing the address, Mrs. Wanless sang an appropriate solo. Reports were received and the allocation of $75 for the M&M Fund was reported in sight. The president, Mr. Pybus was in charge. For the election of officers Mr. Snell presided and the following were elected: President, Arthur Amy; vice-president, Rev. C. W. Down; second vice-president, W. Johns; third vice-president, Wm. Welsh; secretary-treasurer, Art. Rundle, assistant, Ed. Squires. FRIDAY & SATURDAY December 9-10 ‘Kazan’ ★ Stephen Dunn ★ Louise Maxwell —Be there when it happens —It’s fresh! —It’s unusual! - Also - Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer’s Featurette, ‘Some of the Best’ MONDAY & TUESDAY December 12 -13 Illegal Entry’ Howard Duff ★ Monta Toren True and terrifically told — the Shocking story of illicit border traffic in human cargo . . . WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY December 14 -15 - Double Bill - ‘Ladies of the Chorus’ ★ Adele ,Tergens ★ Marilyn Monroe - Also - Hoosier Hot Shots “PAT WHITE’* Last complete showing 8:45 Kirkton Group Meets Mrs. Ronald Denham was hos­ tess for the Christmas meeting of “The Class That Counts”. Christmas carols were sung and prayer was offered by Violet Stone. Mrs. Batten read the scrip­ tures. Mrs. Kappler gave the Christmas paper. A reading was given by Gladys Paton on Christ­ mas Happiness. A short playlet on “Christmas Woes" was given by Annie Roger, Dorothy Switzer, Leona Amos, Greta .Humphrey, Donations of money were as fol- | lows; Children’s War Memorial Hospital, $5.00; the M&M fund. $5.00; and to the local support of the church, $10.00. A lovely Christmas tree and decorations added to the festive season and everyone received a gift. The new slate of officers was presented by Verda Morrison and accepted as follows: President, Ruth Shier; vice-president, Made­ line Jory; secretary, Laurel Fran­ cis; assistant secretary, Alma Dobson; treasurer, Gladys Paton; assistant treasurer, Greta Hum­ phrey; pianist, Viola Stone; as­ sistant pianist, Marjory Moon; nominating committee, Marguer­ ite Paynter, Mrs. Kappler, Mrs. Arnold, Audrey Robinson; audit­ ors, Clara Watson, Dorothy Switzer; press secretary, Myrtle Willis; card secretary, Bernice Christie; teacher, Mrs. Batten; assistant teacher, Beatrice Roger, A dainty lunch was served by the hostess and committee and a social hour was enjoyed, Exeter Opera House THIS SATURDAY BENNY GOODFELLOW and Orchestra Western Ontario’s Sweetest Band Vocalist, Doris Dawn Frank Trailer and Orchestra at Wolsely Barracks Mrs. Richard Yellow The funeral of the late Mrs. Richard Yellow, of the Thames Road, took place Monday from the Hopper-Hockey funeral home, conducted by Rev. H. J. Snell and assisted by Rev. C. W. Down. Mrs. Yellow, who has been a semi-invalid for many years,. $ied in St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, Thursday of last week. Born in Hay Township, hei’ maiden name was Jessie Northcott, aged 7G, daughter of the late John North­ cott. Since her marriage to Mr. Yellow she has resided on the Thames Road. Surviving are her husband, one son Edward and a brother John Northcott, of Em­ press, Alta. The pallbearers were Messrs. Jos. Davis? Percy Hewitt, Thos. Allen, Garnet and Clayton Frayne and Alvin Moir. Gaiser-Yearley A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized at the United Church Parsonage, Crediton, on Saturday, November 26, when Rev. II. Currie united in mar­ riage. Mr. Royal Gaiser and Miss Audrey Yearley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Yearley* Following the ceremoney Mr. and Mrs. Gaiser left on a trip to 'Windsor and Detroit. 9 to 12* Admission *75c»matinee Every Saturday and Holiday At 2:30 P.M. THAMES ROAD Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Miller visited on Sunday evening With Mr. and Mrs. Jack Delbridge in Exetex*. Mr. And Mrs. Ray Stewart, of Ottawa, visited on Sunday with Mr. A. Stewart. The Y.P.U. met in the church basement oh Sunday evening. Several members of the EJimvllle Y.P.U, provided the program for the evening. Mr. Harvey Spar­ ling was guest speaker and chose as Ills subject “Christian Citizen­ ship”. At the close of the service a sing-song was enjoyed by all. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Passmore spent a few days last Week vislt- iiig with relatives in London. Mr. and Mrs. Ted McIntyre, of London, spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ballantyne. The annual Sunday School meeting was held at the manse on Tuesday evening of this week with a good attendance. It was decided to have the Sunday School Christmas entertainment on Friday evening, December 23. Sunday services will be at the usual hour on Sunday morning, Sunday School at 10:15 a.m. and church service at 11:15 a.m. Miss Edith Sparling* assistant " mini­ ster of St, Mary’s United Church, and wha has spent over tarty years in China, will be guest speaker. m ............................... g 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, En­gagements 50c. .......................—M BIRTHS GLATIN—-At Mrs. Batten’s nurs­ ing home on Monday, Decem­ ber 5, 1949, to Mr. and Mrs. John Glavin, of Clandeboye, a son, James Lawrence, MATHERS — At Mrs. Batten’s nursing home on Thursday, December 1, 1949, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mathers, of Clande­ boye, a daughter. PR’OUT—At Mrs. Batten’s nur­ sing home on Tuesday, Decem- Gerald Prout, a son, Douglas ber 6, 1949, to Mr. and Mrs. Gerald. PRESZCATOR—At Mrs. Batten’s nursing home on Thursday, December 1, 19 49, to Mr. and Mrs, Stanley Preszcator, of Crediton, a son. RATCLIFFE—M r . a n'd Mrs. Grant Ratcliffe (nee Dorothy Johns) are happy to announce the birth of their son, Dale Arthur, in St. Joseph’s Hos­ pital, London, on Monday, November 21. WILLERT — At Mrs. Pearl Stephan’s nursing home, Hen­ sail, on Saturday, December 3, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Willert (nee Joyce Aikenhead), a son, DEATHS KNIGHT—In Centralia on Tues­ day, December’ 6, 1949, Ed­ ward Knight, in his 85th year. Resting at the Hopper-Hockey funeral home where service will take place Friday at 1.30 p.m. Interment in the Kirkton Anglican cemetery. MOLLARD—In Exeter, on Sun­ day, December 4, 1949, George Percy Mollard in his seventy- second year. RYAN — In McGillivray Town­ ship, on Monday, December 5, 19 49, James gladden, son of the late James and Joanna Ryan, in his sixty-eighth year. Interment took place Wednes­ day in Parkhill Cemetery. YELLOW’—In St. Joseph’s Hos­ pital, London, on Thursday, Dec. 1, 19 49, Jessie North­ cott, beloved wife of Richard Yellow, aged seventy-six years. ENGAGEMENTS Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Cudmore wish to announce the engage­ ment of their only daughter, Ethel June, to Thomas Kennedy, of Toronto, son of Mr. Thomas Kennedy and the late Mrs. Ken­ nedy, of Glasgow Scotland. The marriage is to. take place the 23rd of December at James St. parsonage. 8* CARDS OF THANKS I wish to thank everyone who so kindly remembered me with cards, letters, treats, flowers and visits while a patient in Victoria Hospital and since returning home. —Dorothy McCurdy. * I would like to express my sincere thanks to all my neigh­ bors and friends who remember­ ed me with flowers, cards and treats while I was a patient in St. Joseph’s Hospital and since returning home. Also, I would like to thank all my neighbors and friends who helped with the fall work. — Harold Rowe * I wish to thank the many neighbors and friends who were kind enough to send me lovely cards, gifts and flowers. Also those who were able to visit me while a patient in Victoria Hos­ pital and since returning home. —Miss Evelyn Scott 8* I would like to express my sincere thanks to all those who remembered me with cards, flowers, treats and visits while I was a patient in St. Joseph’s Hospital. 8* —Murray Keyes Mrs. Garnet Cockwill wishes to thank all those who so kindly remembered her with flowers and treats while a patient in St. Jo­ seph’s Hospital. 8* Mrs. Noble Scott wishes to thank all the friends and neigh­ bors who remembered her with cards, treats and flowers, so much appreciated, while a patient in Victoria Hospital. 8* Mrs. William Fraser wishes to thank her friends and neighbors who so kindly remembered her with cards, flowers and treats during her illness* 8c The family of the late Mrs* Richard Yellow wish to express their sincere thanks to friends and neighbours for their kind­ ness and expressions of sym­ pathy during their recent be­ reavement, with special thanks to Rev* H. j. Snell and Bev. C* Down and to those Who loaned cars. * IN MEMORIAM CANN—In loving memory of a dear son and brother, Pte. Charles Stewart Cann, A1057- 88, who died of wounds De­ cember 8, 1943, in service of King and Country with the R.C.R, Crusaders of the British 8th Army in Italy. Somewhere in Italy a soldier’s grave Lies a dear son and brother among the brave, He never shunned his country’s Usborne Residents Mark Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. George Dunn, of Usborne, were pleasantly sur­ prised at the home of their daughter, Mrs. Ray Lammie, of Centralia, Sunday, on the occa­ sion of their forty-fifth wedding anniversary. Completely taken by surprise, the whole family was at the door to greet them and ex­ tend congratulations after which the four grandchildren presented them with gifts from the family. Mrs. Dunn was the oldest daugh­ ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cann. Both Mr. and Mrs. Dunn were raised in Usborne township where they have en­ joyed married life for forty-five years and are at present enjoy­ ing good health. At five o’clock they sat down to a wedding dinner of roast fowl and all the trimmings to­ gether with a nicely decorated bride’s cake and a groom’s cake. Their three sons, Mervyn, at home; Elmore, of Toronto, and Chester, of Stephen Township, toasted them while their two daughters, Mrs. Jack Paisley, of Toronto, and Mrs. Lammie pin­ ned on corsages. Mr. and Mrs. Paisley and family spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Lammie. ZION Sunday guests with Mr. and Mrs, Clarence Johns were Mr, and Mrs. Gordon Johns and fam­ ily, of Kirkton, and Mr. Norman Johns, of Ilderton. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Jaques and family visited on Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Philip Murcli, of Elimville. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hern, oi’ London, were week-end guests with Mrs. J. T. Hern. Miss Linda and Master Richard Westcott, of Exeter, spent' seve­ ral days during the past week with their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Eph. Hern. Mrs. Harold Hern visited on Monday with her father, Mr. George Earl, of Exeter. Mr. and Mrs. Eph. Hern visit­ ed on Thursday with Mrs. L. Kyle, of Exeter. Miss Irene Brock, of London, spent the week-end with her par­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Brock. In the report of the Home and School Club last week it was an­ nounced that Mrs. C. Farrow had been elected vice-president. It should have read Mr. C. Farrow. Ever wonder how and why the bones in canned fish are soft? It’s because in the canning the fish is subjected to intense heat. call But gladly gave his life, his all; He died the helpless to defend, A faithful soldier, noble end. —Sadly missed by father, sisters and brothers. * SIMS—In fondest memory of a dear wife and mother, Eliza­ beth Ann Sims, who passed away December 11, 1946. Once agp.in this sad day dawns Mum, And our hearts are filled with pain; Oli this earth would be a heaven Could we hear your voice again. It’s lonesome at home without our Mum And sad the weary way For life is not the same to us •Since you were called away. To the rest of the world you were only one But all the world to us,our “Mum”. —'Lovingly remembered by hus- band and family.8* ALDON THEATRE GRAND BEND TO YOU, ITS PATRONS, PRESENTS FRIDAY & SATURDAY December 9-10 ‘Untamed Breed’ - lii Cinecolor « ★ Sonny Tufts ★ Barbara Britton ★ Geo. “Gabby” Hayes Daring action thriller that shows men with passions and animals fighting against them! Cartoon, “SILLY BILLY’* and “STARS TO REMEMBER** COMING EVENTS EXECUTIVE MEETING—Friday, December 16, the Exeter Red Cross executive meeting and packing in the library basement, HOMEMADE BAKING SALE— T.M.C. Club will hold a sale of homemade candy and baking in the showroom of Newton Motor Sales on Saturday, December 17, from 3 to 5 p.m. EUCHRE & DANCE—Progress­ ive Euchre and Dance in the Shayon. School on Friday, De­ cember 9 at 8 pan. Cash prizes and lunch, Sponsored by the Sharon Cardinals. 8c The regular meeting of the South Huron , Junior Farmers will be held in the EXETER ARENA Thursday, Dec. 8 at 8; 30 p,m. Girls please bring lunch, gift for the needy and hats. Boys bring candy and soil samples. Please note change in date. All members are asked to be present. Publ ic School ANNUAL CONCERT (The One For Which You Have Been Waiting) EXETER ARENA Friday, December 9 8:00 p.m. Choruses - Dialogue - Drill - Gymnastics - Operetta ADMISSION 500 Proceeds in favor of Hospital Fund -—___—....,2—----------------- -- --- ----(l Exeter Badminton Club Christmas DA Ntt EXETER ARENA Friday, December 16 Music By ROSS PEARCE AND HIS ORCHESTRA Dress Optional Advance Sale: 750 Regular: $1.00 MISS RUTH HAMILTON Monday & Tuesday December 12-13 ★ Victor Mature ★ Richard Conte Fred Clark 4r Shelly Winters ‘Cry of the City’ The compelling tale of a man who lived a short, hopeless lite. PARAMOUNT NEWSREEL and CARTOON The people of Exeter and vicinity will be introduced to “Color Dynamics” on Thursday evening, December 15, by Ruth Hamilton, of the Pittsburgh Paint Home Decoration Bureau. Sponsored by Jensen & Co. of Exeter, the presentation will be made in the Exeter Town Hall commencing at 8:16 in the evening. Admission will be free to all. The program, “Magic in your home through Color Dy­ namics”, will be an illustrated feature and will accompany an address by Miss Hamilton, who 4s color consultant of the Pittsburgh Paint Company. Miss Hamilton is an authority on the art of home de­ coration. “Planning a color scheme is like planning a party,” she states. “It’s a success if you put together the elements which blend. Before inviting colors into your home, give a little thought as to their characteristics, lust as you would do when planning the guest list for a party.*’ She also states that depressing and clashing color com­ binations in the home Strongly affect emotional stability, Don’t gamble with color! it has a strong Influence upon the happiness, safety and well being of your family, accord­ ing to Ruth Hamilton, visiting color authority. You are invited to attend the presentation “Magic in your home though Color Dynamics”, an illustrated program on the art <>f color and home decoration by Ruth Hamilton of the Pittsburgh Paint Home Decoration Bureau. Attractive charts and amusing anecdotes will demonstrate the psycho­ logical effect of color on the individual. There will be a special showing of Pittsburgh Paints* color movie “We Decorate Our Home”. Valuable lucky draws and quiz contest will take place at the conclusion of this outstanding presentation. Tickets are available through your club leader or at Jensen & Co. Paint & Furniture Store, Main Street, Exeter. JENSEN & CO.