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The Exeter Advocate, 1924-6-26, Page 5• lteggili Roofing has earned its enviable re- putabon during a quarter century of use because - 1. It pays big dividends in wear and satisfaction for years and years ! 2. It is distinctive—comes in three colors, slate red, slate green and bright gray. 3. It is extra heavy and pliable—will not crack in cold weather. 4. It is waterproof and sparkproof— gives complete protection. Paroid Roofing is made by Bird & Son, Limited (Est. 1795), manufacturers of Neponset and Canadien Twin Shingles, Bird's Art Craft Roll Roofing, Neponset Black Building Paper and Combination Wall Board. There's a Bird product for every sort of building. We are headquarters for Bird's roofings, building papers, and wall board. 613 W. J. Heaman STANLEY:— "Ingleside Farm" Stanley Tp., was the scene of a pret- ty event last week, when Zeno, R.., younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs.' 3. T. Keys, was united in marriage, to W. J. Clarke, elder son of Mr. and Mrs, Lancelot Clarke. The bridal couple lett on a motor -trip to Ham- ilton, Niagara Falls, Ridgeway and Buffalo. On their return this popu- lar young couple will reside on the groom's farm, "Maple Terrace" on the 10th concession of Stanley. From week to week the local newspaper has its say about matters local and general. Sometimes the reader agrees with the opinion ex- pressed by the editor, sometimes he does not. But the reader does not nee& to let the editor have all the say. , Letters to the editor on questions of community -interest are always welcome, no matter whether the views expressed are shared by him or not. If you have an idea you think they should know or a sugges- tion that will benefit the community in any way, sit down and write a letter to us. Contributions, partic- ularly those on subjects of local in- terests, are always welcome. BIDDULPH BARRETT—FOLEY.—The mar- riage took place on June 17th at St. Pattrick's Catholic church, Biddulph, (A—Mary Foley, daughter of Mrs. Catherine Foley of Toronto and Joseph Barrett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Barrett, of Lucan, Rev. Father Hogan officiating. The bride was dressed in white silk and wore a tulle veil with a bandeau of or- ange blossoms and carried a bouquet of white carnations tied with white silk streamers. She was the re- cipient of many beautiful presents, including silver, china and several checks. Mr. and Mrs. Barrett will spend their honeymoon at Toronto and Niagara Falls, after which they will reside in Stratford, TUCKERSMITH.-A quiet and •° (pretty wedding took place at the Egmondville Presbyterian manse on •Wednesday afternoon last when Ena Mae, niece of Mr. and Mrs. George • M. Strong of Tuckersmith, was unit- ed in marriage by Rev. W. D. Mc- Donald to Ivan. Roy, only son of Mr. and 'Mrs. Henry Forsythe of. Tuck- ersmith. Mr. and Mrs. Forsythe will reside on the groom's farm on the 8th concession of Tuckersmith. Mr. John Pryde left Friday even- ing for Deer. Lake, Newfoundland, where he will join Mr. Wares, who preceeded him a few weeks ago. Their intentions are to remain there for some time. SEAFORTH—There died on Tues- day, June 17th, after a lingering ill- ness, at her home on Goderich St. West, Margaret Leslie, beloved wife of Mr. James Watson_ of Seaforth. BIDDULPH—Miss Olive Hodgins, of the Coursey Line, who has been staying in town and having daily treatments for the past couple of months' for her ears, has improved so much that she has returned home and just comes weekly now. Miss Hodgins had to stop Lucan High School owing to ..the serious condi- tion of her ears. 3ak33rea4 ics)tiods 'THE nature of electricity, the lack of smoke and fumes, makes cook- ing beautifully clean and permits the "storing" of heat in McClary's won- derful Electric Range. McClary's. Oven retains heat so efficiently that you can bake for hours after the current is ,turned "off". See this oven. It's the newest thing and the greatest feature of electric cooking the McClary's way. See also McClary's "TOR -RED" Protected Elements. They "store" cooking heat, too. 167 meciaryt 7V011 -RED Electric Range tH ONLYt i N T AN,GE:,WIT1��THE "TOR: .:., t i E'E RED pIRYjTECfi.�D. EL'M ,., .. For.Sale by Hydro Shop. Here and There Comparative figures on the hydro power installed in the United States and Canada show that the latter is far in the lead in respect of horse- power installed per 1,000 of popula- tion. The United States has 10,- 455,000 h.p. of installed water power against Canada's water power in- stallations of 3,227,414 h.p. The horse -power per 1,000 of population in the United States is. 95, but in Canada it is 350. A steady increase in the volume of wheat exports from Canada is noted in the monthly statement is- sued by the Bureau of Statistics. In April, 1924, 6,085,465 bushels in all were exported, as against 5443,- 604 in April, 1923. Included in these figures are 32,805 bushels sent to the United States, 2,9:2,469 to the United Kingdom and 3,080,191 to other countries. Approximately 80 per cent of Manitoba's ''heat acreage has been seeded, despite the general lateness of work on bhe land occasioned by unfavorable spring weather: Prac- tically every district correspondent reports a reduction in the wheat acreage, with corresponding indica- tions that barley and flax acreage, in particular, will be increased. Alberta provided the bulk of the wool sold by the Canadian Co-opera- tive Wool Growers' Association last year, 1,062,613 pounds, of the total of 2,843,365 pounds of the 1923 clip, coming from this province, accord- ing to a statement made by the general manager of the Association. Ontario growers took second place, with 636,076 pounds, followed by Manitoba -Saskatchewan, 459,583 pounds. Sundry shipments totalled 845,599 pounds. The value of the building permits betted in 56 Canadian cities showed a large increase.. during April, as compared with March, 1924. Repre- sentative cities authorized buildings to the value of $13,452,359, as com- pared with $9,162,763 in the pre- vious month. Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba and New Bruns- wick registered increases in the value of building permits issued. Hensall the lathes. One of the interesting ' features of the day, was the music A drain on the north side of .provided by sons o% George Elliott, Queen street is being enlarged this on the mouth organ and bones. At week, the sound of, the violin played. by Mrs. John Coulter and Miss Ida, John M.Bell all gathered in the large. are visiting relatives, in Woodstock dining xoom and the evening was this week. spent in games and dancing until the Except in •sheep, Canadian live- , stock and livestock products show an increase in shipments to the United States all along the line in the ,January -February period of this year, compared with the correspond- ing months of last year. Cattle shipments in the period were 11,190, compared with 10,310; beef 923,400 lbs., compared with 446,800 lbs.; ba- con 81,700 lbs., compared with 30,100 lbs.; pork, 165,300 lbs., compared with 90,800 lbs., and mutton 2,400 labs., compared with 700 lbs. . • wee ma' hours, when all returned • Mr. and Mrs. L. Leeper recently to their respective. homes 3 feeling moved to St, Catharines, Mr. Lee- they liad .spent an enjoyable time per's home before coming here. They .and looking forward to reunions in were good,residents and will be mis-the to come. sed by a large number of friends. During the violent thunder and lightning which accompanied the storm on Friday last, the telephone in Mr. A. Smith's hone was struck and completely burned. A number of other buildings in town were tou- ched, but none suffered serious dam- age. The case pf James Priest against the Village of Hensall in connection with the Richmond Street drain was given short shift at Goderich last Thursday. Mr. Stanbury Coun- cil for the Village objected to the jurisdiction of the Court to try the case and Judge Barron ruled in his favour and transferred the hearing to the drainage referee. Quite a number of local Odd Fel- lows attended the District meeting held at Goderich on Sunday last. Mr. and Mrs. Volland and family, of Goderich, vistied the former's fa- ther, Mr. H. Volland, Sr., in town on Sunday. • The Entrance exams. start on Tuesday next. Mr. S. Beuglas, teacher of the Continuation School here, left for his home in Hamilton on Tuesday. A bunch of loyal sport fans mo- tored to the Boundary to see a ball .game on Tuesday evening, but owing to rain the game had to be called off after two innings. We are pleased to note that Mrs. J. Ellis, who was taken to London hospital a short time ago for an op- eration, is now much improved. Miss Beryl Ashton completed her season's engagement with Mr. E. Ronnie, as milliner, this week. Miss Ashton is visiting for a few days with friends in and around town. • A'riss Polly Moore, who has been visiting relatives in town recently, returned to London on Tuesday Mr. and Mrs. R. Shaddock and family, of Londesboro, spent Sunday the guest of the former's brother, Mr. T. Shaddock, of town. Miss Pearl Churchill, of Clinton, visited friends in town on Sunday last. Miss Vera Geiger returned last week from a lengthy visit with friends in Kitchener, Bridgeport and other places. Mr. Elgin Rowcliffe, of the Lon- don Road south, is open for congrat- ulations on the arrival of a baby girl at his home. Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Caldwell, of London, visited relatives in town this week. Mr. and Mrs. Wes. Nichols of Lon, don, visited relatives near Hensall on Sunday. Mr. Clarence Shepherd recently left town for Amherstburg, to which branch of the Molsons Bank, he has been transferred after several years of faithful service in the bank here. Mrs. H. J. McDonald and Welling- ton McDonald left last week for Tor- onto, where they will visit for a while.' We are pleased to report that Miss Agnes Love, who recently under- went an operation at St. Joseph's Hospital, London, is now doing nice- ly. Mr.Glenn Broadfoot, of the Sterl- ing Bank, Goderich, visited friends in town on Sunday. A social evening was held in the Methodist church on Monday night, in honor of Mr. 3. S. Beuglas, teacher of the Hensall Continuation School. After a short program by members of the choir and league, Mr. Beuglas was presented with the following ad- dress read by Mr. E. Ronnie: Mr. S. Beuglas, Hensall. Dear Friend:— On behalf of the Choir and Young People's League of the Hensall Methodist church, we • take this op- portunity ..of expressing to you our appreciation of the services you have so freely given during the past year. We are grateful for the willingness you clave shown to help in all the ac- tivities of our church. We feel that your presence amongst us has been a real help. guests gathered to witness the cere- The first annual pow -wow of the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies, which will be held July 17- 18 at Yoho, will take place in a big sun -dance lodge decorated by Stoney Indians. The order aims to encour- age travel through the Canadian Rockies, outdoor life, nature study, and forest conservation, and to honor early explorers. 'Many noted authors and artists have joined and E. W. Beatty, Presirdest of the Car: - dian Pacific P.ailway, has donated $1,000 towards expenses. The Canadian Pacific S.S. "Em- press of Canada" arrived. at Van- couver, B.C., on May 24th, following a world cruise , of five months and nearly 30,000 miles. The pas- ,sengers witnessed a remarkable eruption at Hilo, in the Hawaiian Islands, on May 17th. After a pub- lic welcome at Vancouver, they left for the East, stopping en route at Banff Springs Hotel for a dinner - dance. E. W. Beatty, President of the Canadian Pacific, who met the ship, said that she had done impor- tant missionary work in carrying the Canadian Ensign over the Seven Seas. Arrangements are well under way for entertaining the members and friends of the Canadian Teachers' Federation during their trans -Cana- dian tour, which will take place August 4th-12bh over the main lines of the Canadian Pacific Railway, in a train specially provided for their accommodation. Fort William,, Fort Arthur, Winnipeg, Regina,. Moose Jaw, Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, Lake Louise, Vancouver end Victoria are all planning festivities. The Canadian Pacific is preparing. to give the teachers a royal' time at their beautiful Rocky Mountain re- sorts and the people ,f Victoria, where the subsequent convention will 1 e held, will also help to make their stay in the city a memorable one. yeras Zurich Rev. R. M. Geiger, son of Mr. and Mrs. Moses Geiger of the village, and who has served as pastor in Rock- wood, Ont., Methodist church for several years, has been assigned to ist church. A quiet wedding took place in the Lutheran Parsonage, Saturday even- ing, June 14th when Rev. H. Rembe united in marriage Mr. George Hess and Mrs.' Arletta Willert, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Casper Walper, both contracting parties being of Zurich. The happy couple will reside in the village, An interesting church wedding took place at the Amish Mennonite church :,n Tuesday, June 17th, when Miss Sarah Erb, daughter of Mr. and MMlrs, John G. Erb, was united in mar- riage to Mr. Aaron Gingerich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Gingerich, all of the Bronson Line, Hay. The popu- lar young couple will reside on the Bronson Line. Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Steele, on ar- rival home from their honepmoon trip, were presented with a gift by the Evangelical church choir, Mr. Steele being a member. They were also serenaded by the band. Mr. J. Preeter has been on the sick list. The cellar for the new McKinnon block is now ready for the walls. Mrs. W. C. Califas, after an opera- tion at London Hospital, has return- ed, and is able to be out again. Mr. and Mrs. Hy. Gruehn and son, and Miss Leona Geiger, of Pigeon, Mich., are visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Gascho. The many friends of Miss Emily Denomy, who was operated on at St. Joseph's Hospital, London, are glad to hear that she has returned home very much improved in health. There were no services in the Ev- angelical Lutheran church on Sunday owing to the pastor, Rev. H. Rembe, attending the Synod at Bornholm. Mount Carmel The death took place at his .home Landon, on Sunday, June lith of Dennis O'Connell, age 80 years and whoes funeral took place here on Wednesday last with Requieu h-gh mass celebrated 'by RevFr. Corcoran, Mr. O'Connell was an old settler of 12th concession, Stephen, Raving mov- ed to London about five years ago.. He is survived by his widow an& carve daughter, Miss Elizabeth. - Rev. Fr. Corcoran is attending the annual retreat at Sandwich this week Miss Marie Walker of London :,a spending her holidays at her home at Ifhiva MAGNETIC Europe is at- tracting tourists from the whole world, in record breaking vol- ume this year. To be able to go when you had planned—at the time best suited to your convenience --is half the pleasure of the trip. Make your travelling arrangements now, the comfortable way—the Canadian Pacific'way,and be assured of a voyage of supreme pleasure. Either Empress or Mono - class Cabin Service. For full particulars ask Local Agents Ur. John Hall of St. Peter's Sim'n • a -y is spendiing a few days with his. parents :\2r. and 'Mrs. T. J. Hall. \Ir. Basil O'Rourke and bride spent Sunday with the farmer's parents here Miss Martha Morrissey of St. Joseph. Hospital London, is spending her holi- days with her parents. Jlis:, Wznicfred Guiinau of Toronto arrived home last week. Hubert Moir of London is ,spending some holidays with 'friends hero. \Ir. John Campbell and son Marvin of Detroit called on friends .here idur- ing the week. Miss Marie Carey of Drysdale spent the week end " 'ith her parents here.- • t • A number from here attan,ded tee Congress held at Parkhill last week. Shipka Wedding bells will be ringing in this neighborhood shortly. The lawn social held at the church was well attended and an excellent program was rendered. The pro- ceeds amounted to $65. Mr. and Mrs. H. Harlton. and fam- ily spent Sunday in Clinton. Quite a number from here at- tended the funeral last Thursday of Mrs. William Vincent. Mrs. Chris. Finkbeiner is spending a few weeks with her daughter, Mrs. La Ford, of Sarnia. The kind hearted of this commun- ity responded liberally towards a do- nation for Mr. Thos. Baynham, who has been sick for the past six months. Such deeds of kindness are to be commended. • Mr. and Mrs. Albert Smith and family spent Sunday with the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Jones, of Crediton. Saintsbury BROCK—Hi NTER A most delightful and picturesque June wedding was solemnized at St. Patrick's Church here on Wednes- day morning, June 25th, when Miss Alice Mary Hunter, daughter of Mrs. E. E. Hunter became the bride of Mr. Wellington R. Brock. The church was comfortably filled by We now' join heartily in wishing for you a pleasant holiday and a happy, prosperous and useful future, and we trust that you will always cherish kindly memories of your as- sociations amongst us. • Signed on behalf of the Choir and League. ' E. Ronnie, Choir Leader Geo. Fol - lick, Pres., Y.P.L. A very enjoyable time was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Bell, when about seventy-five mem- bers of the Bell family gathered at the old homestead to meet Robt, E. Bell, of Helmer, Indiana, (son of Matthew BeI1,Y whom they had, nev- er seen. Relatives from a distance were: 1VIr. and Mrs. Wm. Bell and family, Chicago; Robt. E. Bell and daughter, Helmer, Ind.; Mr. and Mfrs. Bernard, Studt, Ashley, Mich..; Mrs. Jas, Bell and family New West- minster; Mrs. Robt. Elliott, Thed- ford Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Elliott and family, Thedford; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Elliott and family, Forest; Mr. and Mrs. Mason Spearman, Forest; and Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Coward and family; Saskatoon. After- the hearty hand -shakes, the day was spent in races, football-andsoft ball. At the sound of the old farm . dinner bell, all gathered out on the Iawn to par- take of a dainty supper prepared by mony, which was performed by Rev. Mr. Connors, Rector, at 10 o'clock. -The bride, accompanied by her bro- ther, Mr. John Hunter, entered the church to the strains of the wedding march played by Mrs. Thps. Quinton:. They were unattended, while the church was beautifully decorated by the many friends of the happy bride. The bride was charmingly attired in a navy suit and sand blouse, with hat and shoes to match. The groom's gift to the bride was a sable choker. The ceremony over and congratula- tions, extended the young couple left on a trip to Niagara Falls and other points, the best wishes of a host of friends accompanying them. CLINTON—A quiet wedding took place at the manse at eleven o'clock Wednesday, June 18th when Mar- garet Ross Aikenhead, was united in marriage with Mr. Thomas. B. Baird, son of the late Thomas Baird. The bride wore her travelling suit of sand cloth with hat, shoes and gloves to match. The couple were unattended. The ceremony was per- formed by Rev, C. G Armour and was witnessed only by a few immed- iate friends. Mr: and Mrs. Baird left , shortly after the ceremony on a motor trip. ' Dashwood \Ta and Mrs. Jac. Schroeder have re- turned from Detroit after spending a week in Detroit and other places. Misses M. and •B. Eidt of .Detro,t spent a few days in town last. week. -• Cr.\and Mrs. P. Kraft are visit:•ng in London. Mts. R. Hayter spent the week cad. in Stratford. . 1Lr. • Ira Tiernan ,of Chesley spent Sunday at. his home here. ,Lr, and .Mrs. C. Lindenf ieid of Parkhill spent Sunday with Sir. rand Mrs C. 'Steinhagen. hfr. and airs. Wm. Iile;i~ t',t�er spent Suuday in Stratford. dr. Geo. Edigoffer has moved his household effects to Mitchell Mas. Gertrude Hess -and M:ss Anna Hess of Zurich spent Sunday wath Mr. and Mrs • H. Hoffman. Mr. and (Mrs. George Hese o: visited in town our Sunday. .\ir. and },firs. Geo. 3lernar ,pen: he. week pend in Bayfield. \ir. and hIrs. H. Elsie have returned after spending the week 'in Sa -1: Miss Florence Turnbull spent Sun- day with hiss Luella Schatz. ,1,r. Johnston of Exeter occupied the pulpit of the Evangelical cru-.,: >n Sunday morning. Rev. and hirs. W. J. -Yager are vis- iting in Rodney. Elirnville Mils Elva Horne and Friend vls,:ted at the home of Mrs.. Ernest Fo-.ler, Whalen on Sunday last. .lir. Robt. E. Bell of visited at the home of his uncle, Mr, Thos. Ec11 for a iew days. '..est week. Mr, Bell's father (and mother died when he was quite ..young and this s the first time he has ever met any of his relative.s A number of our young people at- tended the anniversary serva.:ea at Whalen on Sunday.. Kirkton iVrr. Gilbert Miller is home from Montana visiting his mother, Mrs. A. Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Yule and Mrs. Wm. Yule, of Toronto, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Yule; Town Line last week. While hunting groundhogs on Fri- day, Harry Gregory had the misfor- tune to discharge his rifle, the bullet passing through his foot. The "Outlook," (Sask.) says:- "Mr. and Mr's. Reuben Shier, of. Kirkton, Ont., and Miss, Hazelwood, of Woodham, who' are returning east from a trip tet. the Coast, were visit- ors last. Thursday at. the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Johnstone."