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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1953-10-22, Page 12Page 12 THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 22, 1953 Teachers Tour Hensall Plant I Local Teachers Elect W. A. Ness President W. A. Ness, S.H.D.H.S. teacher, was elected president of the London and District Manual Training Teachers Associa­ tion at a conference, in Exeter Saturday. Twenty-five high school shop teachers from Tillsonburg to Wingham attended the fall meeting of the group. They toured the Clipper Coach Manufacturing Company at Hensall in the morning and enjoyed a banquet served by the home economics students of the local school. Mr. Ness1 succeeds Preston Wil­ liams, of Tillsonburg, as presi­ dent. New vice-president is R. ,D. Jacques, of Woodstock. Secretary­ treasurer is E. Wilker, of Strat­ ford. Tour Factory Mass-production techniques and new ideas in the construction of home trailers were shown the group by William Smith at the Clipper Coach factory in Hen- Mr. Smith conducted the of the plant the trailers COMING EVENTS IT’S COMING! — Big Harvest Frolic on Nov. 17 with Lionel Thornton and his orchestra. 15:22:29c BAKE SALE -— Sponsored by the Women’s Institute of Elimville, on Saturday, November 14, at Lindenfield's Hardware at 3 p.m. 29:5* I.O.O.F. Installation of Officers, Tuesday, October" 27. 22c Arena Schedule SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 Public Skating 8:00 p.m. MONDAY TO THURSDAY Hockey Practice Some Hours Open Yet Children’s Season Tickets Sale Monday, November Price $2.00 on 2. sail, members on a tour where they saw under construction. At noon, Grade S.H.D.H.S., under the supervision of Miss Anne Kartushyn, home economics teacher, served a ban­ quet. President of the local high school board, Dr. H. H. Cowen, and Mr. Ness, welcomed the group to the school. Pipe Bending In the afternoon, the shop teachers discussed examinations and projects, many of which were on display. Mr. George Sim­ mons, of Woodstock, demonstrat­ ed techniques of pipe bending for tubular steel furniture. The Association is promoting the recognition of a new degree in manual training teaching. Given in Wayne University, the degree of Bachelor of Science in Industrial Arts is already honor­ ed in some sections of the vince as a standard in the fession. 11 girls of pro- pro- Home-Baked Beans And Pork SUPPER Sponsored by Trivitt Memorial Church W.A. Tuesday, Oct. 27 Trivitt Memorial Parish Hall ADMISSION 750 Supper Served at 5:30 BAKING SALE Sponsored by Thames Road Women’s Association Sat., Oct. 24 3:00 p.m. Lindenfields Hardware Dance Aberdeen Hall Kirkton Friday, Oct. 23 Music By HARBURN’S ORCHESTRA Admission: 500 and 250 ALDON THEATRE GRAND BEND FRIDAY & SATURDAY October 23 and 24 “THE FARMER TAKES A WIFE” (Technicolor) Betty Grable Dale Robertson John Carroll . , swlngy . . . laugh ★ ★ A slngy . laden story! CARTOON AND ADDITIONAL SHORTS TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY October 27 arid 28 ★ Dean Martin <*• Jerry Lewis “SCARED STIFF” ■fr Lizabcth Scott * Carmen Miranda Ittyone long loud roar as Dean an-d Jerry break the all-time laugh record. PARAMOUNT NEWSREEL I herMiss Alice Hackney and niece, Mrs. Greenwood, who visit­ ed in Detroit over Thanksgiving, have returned home. Topics From Thames Road By MRS. WILLIAM RHODE In Conference On Saturday, October 17, about 100 teachers from Western On­ tario centres, comprising the central area of Region 1, Fede­ ration of Women Teaahers* As­ sociations of at St. Marys conference. One visitor from the Exeter unit of the Fede­ ration of Women Teachers’ As­ sociations of Ontario, were re­ spectively: Miss Donna Bowdan, Centralia, Miss Helen Frederick and Mrs. Dorothy Insley, RCAF Station, Centralia. Ontario, gathered for their autumn and two delegates, Charges Pending Court charges are pending as a result of an accident on No, 4 highway, Saturday, which caused almost $2,000 damage. G, K. Crocker, Exeter, travelling north on the wliep he struck a vehicle owned by Simon Greb, Exeter. The car was backing out of a onto the highway. Damage $14'00 to the Crocker car, to the other. Provincial Constable Cecil Gib­ bons investigated. was road Greb lane was $4 5 0 Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gould of Strathroy visited with Mr. and Mrs. Aljoe Sanders last Wednes­ day. On Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Barber Hamilton and Ralph Thomas were guests of Miss Alice Claypole, Mrs. J. Delbridge, Mrs. W. Coulter and Horton of South Huron staff and Mrs. M. will attend District meeting in Clinton and family of Mr .and of Poplar Hill Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. C. 2, on Kinsmen Hire Professionals To Complete Housenumbering Exeter J^insmen have hired a professional firm to com­ plete their housenumberjiig project. The firm, Municipal" Services Ltd,, will begin work in the town shortly. Houses not already numbered will be pro­ vided with their proper figures and a new and complete map will be made and turned over to the town, Kinsmen decided on the move when they met Thursday night. Handicapped by lack of ex­ perience in housenujnbering and by its relatively small member­ ship, the club voted to hire the company to complete the project which it started two years ago. Houseiuuubering Authority Municipal Services Ltd., Oak­ ville, has numbered many towns in Canada and its president, L. S. Mannell, is a recognized authority and consultant in housenumbering. When the project is an official map will over to Town Clerk C. who will be able to numbers of new buildings which are constructed in the future. A few houses which have al- completed, be turned V. Pickard determine houses and ready been numbered will have to be changed to make the nuin- bering correct. This work will be done by the firm with as little inconvenience to householders as possible. Christinas Party Kinsmen also discussed plans for the Christmas party for the children. The Legion, Lions and Kinsmen share the costs of the party but only one organization organizes the event each year. This responsibility rotates among the three. President Ralph Genttner was in charge of the meeting. Reports were heard on the school play­ ground, minor hockey and other club activities. Town Topics Items of Social and Personal Interest In and Around Exeter The Times-Advocate is always pleased to publish these items. vVe and our readers are interested in you and your friends. Tel. 770 Mr. Wilbert Herdman, who was taken to South Huron Hospital after being taken ill in Sanders grocery store on Tuesday night, is improving. Huron County Health Unit Immunization Clinic Immunization clinics will be held in the following schools: — ON OCTOBER 27 — S.S. No. 1 Stephen ........ 10:30 S.S. No. 6 Stephen (Mt. Carmel Parish Hall) ... 11:00 S.S. No. 5 Stephen(Crediton) _____... c.cz . ..... Children 4 months of age to school age may be brought to these clinics to receive immunization for Diph­ theria, Whopping Cough, Tetanus and Smallpox. Baseball Banquet Wednesday, November 11 EXETER LEGION HALL . 2:30 A. m. A.M. P.M. BAZAAR Centralia Women’s Association Centralia Church Wed., October 28 • Program and Tea Booth, Fancy Work White Elephant Baking* and Fanners TIME': 2:30 P.M. To Honor: | EXETER LEGION MOHAWKS | Intermediate “C” Huron-Perth Champions f — $1.50 Per Plate >-r-> | limited supply of tickets is available at Chambers & = = Darling, McKnight & Walper, and The Times-Advocate. | A Official Opening Clinton Gun Club's New Trap AT THE FISH AND GAME CLUB HOUSE Wednesday, Nov. 11 At 1.00 p.m Trophies and Prizes Galore All Clubs Are Cordially Invited Huron Fish and Game Conservation Association Personal Items The sympathy of the commun­ ity is extended to Mr. and Mrs. William Elford and family in the passing' of Mrs. Elford’s 'brother, the late Mr. Edwin Hall, of St. Marys. Miss Margaret Bray of London : spent the weekend with her pa­ rents, Mr. and Mrs. John Bray. Miss Dorothy Thomson of London spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. William Rohde. Mr. Leslie Robinson returned home from the hospital on Fri­day after being there for some' time. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Miller entertained on Saturday evening, Mr .and Mrs. Tom Dickenson and family, Mr. and Mrs. William Stewart and family of Wesley, Miss Hazel Stewart of London, Mr. and Mrs. Warren Brock of Zion, the occasion being Mr. and Mrs. Brock’s thirtieth wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Joyce, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Joyce of Dodsland, Sask., spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. William Snow and Mrs. Moore. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Ransley, Kenneth and Evelyn of Cain- lachie visited on Sunday with Mr. and NJrs. William Snow. Anniversary Services Rev. T. G. Wanless of Wood­ ham was guest speaker at the anniversary service on Sunday. Mrs. Reilly of Elimville assisted with the music. Among those who attended and spent the with friends were: Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Allen family of Fullarton with Mr. Mrs. Lee Webber. Mr. and Mrs. Roy McLaren of London, Mr. Gilfillan of Mrs. Alfred with Mr. and kin. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Love of Grand Bend, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Merkley, Mr. and Mrs. Dobson of London with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cann. Mr. and Mrs. Don Meyers and Gloria of London, Mr. and Mrs. Orland Squires and family with Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Squire. Mr. Edgar Mohteith, Mrs. G. Wiseman with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Ballantyne. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jeffery and Douglas with Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Stone. Miss Ruth Alexander of Hen­ sall with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Simpson. Mr. and Mrs. Wally Becker and daughter of Grand Bend With Mr, and Mrs. Reg. Hodgert. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Rodd, Mr. and Mrs. Laverne Rodd and family of Wooham, Mr. and Mrs. Lome Passmore, Paul with Stewart, Mr. and Haist, Mr. toen and Danny and Mrs. Frayne Parsons with Mr. and Mrs. Aimer Passmore. Mr. and Mrs. Thoron Creery and family of Kirkton with Mr. and Mrs. James Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. William 'Thom­ son, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Rohde, Mr. and Mrs. Rlney Keller and Lorhe Of Exeter with Mr. and Mrs. William ROhde. Mr. and Mrs. Orville Cann of hbtefer, Mf. and Mrs. James Hod­ gert with Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Can tn Mr. and Mrs. Willis Gill family of Grand Behd with and Mrs, Charles Borland. day and and and Mrs. William Kirkton, Mr. and Hunkin of Exeter Mrs. Wilfred Hun- Mr. Mrs. and Sharon and and Mrs. Jack Wellington Mrs. Lome LIs- 0f Crediton, Mr. Mrs. B. Hospital Fletcher R.N.A.O. Friday. Mr. William Middleton has had the cast removed from his foot. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Hill of Vanessa, Mrs. Robert Mason of Delhi and Mrs. William Fawcett of Mitchell spent Friday with Mrs. Arthur Mitchell. Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Boddy, Sandra and Bruce, of Kitchener, and Mrs. May Penman of Clear­ water, Harris Mr. turned trip to of his brothers whom he had not seen for 40 years. His brother Bert lives at Kindersley, Sask., Frank at Warham, Alta., and Earl at Whonnock, B.C. He also visited relatives in and around Vancouver Island. Mr. Ernest Hatter has pur­ chased a home on Senior Street from Ford and Farquhar. R. C. Dinney, John Hendrick, E. R. Hopper and Ken Hockey attended a meeting of the Georg­ ian Bay District Funeral Services Association in Harriston Friday night. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Paton and Wayne spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Pollard. Mrs. John Pollard visited Mrs. Thomas Brooks of Lucan Tues­ day. Man., visited Mrs. Charles on Sunday. Herman Mitchell has re­ home from an eight-week the West. He visited three Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Morley and Mrs. A. Mantle spent Sun­ day in Brantford. Mrs. Arthur 'Fraser returned on Sunday from a visit with relatives in England. Mr. and Mrs. Donald, Sonja Shallow Lake, with the latter’s Mrs. Joseph Dayman. Mr. and Mrs. William Henry of Hensall visited Mrs. Charles Harris on Friday. Their daugh­ ter Margaret, now Mrs. Don Herne, formerly on the public school staff here, has recently moved from St. Catharines to Guelph. Mr. Fred Miller, who for the past three weeks has visited with his brother, Charles Miller, dur­ ing the illness and funeral of his father, the late J. W. Miller, left on Monday for his home in Winnipeg, Man. Miss Margaret E. Brown re­ turned on Tuesday from a three- montli visit with her niece, Mrs. L. cf^Hamilton, Leroy, Sask. Recent weekend visitors with Mrs. J.- C. Sanders were Mrs. H. Sanders and Mrs. C. Sanders of Windsor and Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Sanders and daughters Margaret and Donna of Wheatley. CNIB Fund Grows A total of $559.75 has raised in the district for Canadian National Institute for the Blind, as of October 17. Ex­ eter, $456.75; Centralia, $14; special donations, $19. Colborne, Billy, of the week Keith and spent parents, Mr. and Dashwood, Crediton, been the Receives Jail Sentence For Car Theft, Drinking John Routledge, of RCAF Station Centralia, was sen­ tenced to 30 days in jail on each of two charges for taking a car without owner’s consent and drunk driving. Routledge took a car, oWned by Glen Bonnallie, Exeter, alley on Friday, October 10.from in front of the bowling The car was recovered early the next morning Station Centralia. Frank Donnelly, Q.C., resented the defendent, drinking had affected his client’s thinking. Forced To Drive Two airmen, who were picked up by Routledge as they were hitch-hiking to the RCAF Sta­ tion, said one of them was forced to take over driving after the car had narrowly missed collid- by police at RCAF who rep- stated Council Meets —Continued from Page 1 to erect on No.’ 4 highway, council agreed to pay for the sign, which would leave the remainder for Legion, Lions Refuse $100 Reeve R. E. that the Legion had refused the offer of $100 from the town to­ wards souvenirs for the Mohawk ball club, which won the Huron- Perth Intermediate “C” title this year. The Legion will buy jackets and crests for the players with­ out assistance. Loan $700 At a special meeting last week, the council advanced a $700 loan to the arena board to finance construction of eavetroughs and other repairs. The loan is to be repaid by December 20. The arena board feared that unless water was t aken away from the building, it might seep under the trap rock floor during a heavy rain and cause able damage. The eavetroughs will nected to a drain to the the building, The half the three clubs, and Kinsmen. Pooley announced consider- be con- north Of Sorority Holds Pledge Party Mrs. Howard. Klumpp of Dash­ wood whs hbstess for the annual “pledge party” of Beta Sigma Phi sorority Tuesday evening. The Hallowe’en theme was carried out and spooks, ghosts and dim lights gave the recrea­ tion room of the Klumpn home ah eerie appearance. A btiffot wrkey supper fol- of games andandMr. | lowed an evening pranks. Mrs. Louise Witmer, Miss Jean Schenk and Susan, Mrs. George Harvey and Miss Helen Harvey of Thedford, spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Wes Witmer. On Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Witmer of Kitchener were their guests. Mr. and Mrs. Will Martin of Kippen and Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Richard were Sunday .visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Victor Kestle. Mr. and Mrs. John Kruissel- brink (nee Alice DeVries), of Guelph, spent Sunday with Mrs. Elmer Reeder and called on friends, here. Mrs. Ed. McCormick and Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Karn of Lon­ don visited with relatives here on Sunday, Everybody Welcome Reception And Dance FOR MR. AND MRS. SAM SKINNER . (nee Aldeen Pym) Wed., October 28 This Week In Whalen By MRS. F. SQUIRE ................................................................. . SENIOR “B” OHA HOCKEY EXETER ARENA Friday, October 30 Exeter Legion Hall Syncopators Orchestra DANCING 9:30 TO 1:00 Everyone Welcome at 9:00 p.m. Elmira Polar Kings versus ing with a taxi. Bob McDonald, the taxi driver, testified he had to take to the ditch to avoid a head-on collision because Routledge was driving on the wrong side of the road. Magistrate Dudley Holmes dis­ missed a charge of careless driv­ ing against Wesley Brewer, of Goderich, laid as the result of an accident October 1 at the intersection of highways 84 and 4 at Hensail. A car driven by Gerald Helm of Wingham travel­ ling south was in collision with Brewer’s truck as it crossed No. 4. Constable E. R. Davis of Hen­ sail investigated the accident. Seven Days Irvine Ducharme of Zurich was convicted of driving In Zur­ ich September 12, while his ability to drive was impaired. He was sentenced to seven days in jail, his driver’s license is sus­ pended for six months and his car impounded for three months. Armond Ialenti, civilian work­ er at the RCAF Station Centralia, was fined $10 driving without a license, car overturned on the gravel road north of the airport on Oc­ tober 2. Three of the five pas­ sengers in the car were hospital­ ized. and costs for His Special Services -—Continued from Page 1 an urgent appeal for the support of those serving in foreign fields. Mrs. Hugh Parsons, soloist for the service, sang “I Walk Alone With Gbd” and “Thanks Be To God.” W«M.S. Anniversary at James St. The WMS anniversary was Ob­ served in James Street United Church with the Rev. D, W. Wil­ liams, B.A., of Goderich as the special speaker. Taking as his theme “The World and Missions,” Rev. liams remarked that while doors of several countries closed to missionaries, the Christ­ ian. church still lives and grows in them because of the former missionary work accomplished there. “Ohly through the church and Its missionary outlook will peace ever he established in the world,” ho emphasized. Mr. Grant McDonald was solo­ ist for the service. WA & WMS Mrs. Melville Gunning was hostess Thursday evening for the October meeting of the WA and WMS with Mrs. Ray Parkinson presiding. The theme was ‘‘Stew­ ardship.” Lesson thoughts were given by Mrs. Finkbeiner and Mrs. given Mrs. from their read. the November meeting for the bazaar. Mrs. Cecil Squire was in the chair for the WMS. Scripture lesson was read by Mrs. Ronald Squire. There was .a discussion on a Sunday WMS service and the convention at Kippen. An in­ vitation was received to attend Wesley bazaar on October 24. A letter of thanks from Rev. Burton was also received for flowers while he was in the hospital. Plans were made f<5r a baking sale for the November meeting. Mrs. William Morley, Sr., and Mrs. Broeze gave read­ ings. Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Froats, London, were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. George Ark- sey. Douglas Squire returned home on Sunday from the hospital. Mr. A. Neil, Exeter, Mr. and Mrs. A. Smith, London, spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Alton Neil. Mr. and Mrs. Melville Gunning and Muriel visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rodd of Woodham. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Squire visited in Stratford Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Grey Montgomery. Mr. William Pearce of Exeter spoke on Sunday afternoon at the United Church in the in­ terests of the M & M Fund. Rev. E. Grigg also took part in the service. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Tate and Brenda, London, visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. O’Brien. Mrs. William Morley and Elva attended Wesley anniversary on Sunday and visited with Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Dann. Mr. and Mrs. A. Pym, Exeter, and Mr. and Mrs. William Mor­ ley, Sr., and Elva were dinner guests on Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. William Morley, Jr., the occasion being the first birthday of Janice Morley." Mr. and Mrs. William French and family were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Russell Brock near Hensail. Mrs. Laverne Morley, Mrs. Alex Baillie, Mi’S. William Morley, Sr., and Mrs. Melville Gunning Were at Kippen on Tuesday tending the WMS convention, Parkinson. Readings were by Mrs. Alex Baillie and Thompson. An invitation Centralia ladies to attend bazaar on October 21 was Donations will be taken at at- New Wil- the are Hensall Club -—Continued from Page 1 Cooper, Alvin Taylor, Marlene Cooper, Jack CoOper, Bill Brock and Gordon Ross, all of R.R. 2; Jim Broadfoot, Bob Binnendyke, of R.R, 3. Gromarty: Beverly Harris, Reg. Chappel, Bob Larsons, Laverne Wallace, all Of R.R. i. Brucefleld: carl ttlchardsdn, Bob BrOadfoOt. Seaforth: Bruce doleman, John Nigh, Sfaffa: iraficaii Scott, Gordon Colqtihoun. Dublin: Bill Strong, DR. EVAN V. SHUTE M.B., F.R.C.S. (C) will address a gathering of ladies in the London Briggs ADMISSION 500 — STUDENTS 250 Pre-Sale of Tickets at Arena Fri., Oct. 29, 1-4:30 P.M. Town Hall, Exeter Thursday, Oct. 29 8:00 p.m. SECOND LECTURE Sponsored by the Elimville and Hurondale Institutes Admission 350 DANCE Town Hall Hensail Friday, Oct. 23 Music: Desjardine Orchestra Sponsored by Hensail Hockey Club EVERYBODY WELCOME General Admission 750 Lyric T heat re Phone 421 Previews Its Coming Attractions S.-------------------------------------- - FRIDAY & SATURDAY October 23 and 24 ★ Dan Dailey ★ Constance Smith The day St. Anthony took a New York cabbie for a ride . . . MONDAY & TUESDAY October 26 and 27 Thunderbirds ★ John Derek ★ Mona Freeman Excitement is here to hold you on the edge of the seat-—enter­ tainment for everyone. WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY October 28 and 29 Rainbow Round My Shoulder ★ Frankie Laine ★ Billie Daniels Up-in-the-clotids inn , . . intd- your-heart lovAe. j We will remember the terrific game Elmira played here last year—and in Briggs we have found the ideal match to give fans the game of the year. Monster Bingo COMMUNITY ARENA HENSALL Monday, October 26 Bingo Starts at 9:00 P.M. OVER $2,000 IN PRIZES 14 REGULAR TWO SPECIAL TWO SPECIAL GAMES GAMES GAMES AT AT AT $60 $100 $500 — All Prizes Must Go Admission $1.00 Extra Cards and Specials 25$ Each or 5 for $1.00 Sponsored by Hensall Legion and Legion Auxiliary Everybody Welcome Refreshment Booth xiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiifiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiuiiiniiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiHtiiiiiiir,,' Attention South Huron Readers South Huron District High School Magazine Drive starts Monday, October 26 S.H.D.Jl.S. Students Will Canvass the Area Between* October 26 and November 6 Help S.H.D.H.S. Finance School Activities!