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The Seaforth News, 1958-02-13, Page 1on w D. lair Sat - are 9 to 'oro 6.00 T. ef• rat. rt CE r. fart and J. der. idl.. R. a. the heir 86 .1t or rtL ma. tlo. een At ng 1b - et. od 0'- rn- b., ad nk or re - D. lte The Seaforth News WHOLF,, SERIES, VOL. 80 SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY,FEBRUARY 13, 1958 $1.60 a Year Authorized as Second Class mail. Post' Office Dept., Ottawa Snowdon Bros.. Publishers EXPECT NATURAL GAS IN SEAFORTH THIS AUTUMN iN'atbliral gas will flow into Seatfarlth'•bhis'Autumn 'if present plans are carried out, the town council was informed alt its re- gular 'meeting' Monday evening. Two `representatives of Union Gas Co. present at the meeting told council [that a bransMission pipe dine to G•odericit would be putthrough town this 'summer and they requested permission tolay distribution pipe lines en the town's streets to supply gas to customers here. The transmission line will be land along dhre CNR migiht of way fnomn Stratford to Golder -irk :and the towns along the line .suup- plied with gas. Mr Fleming, the 'district man- ager, 5ntrodueed . Mx. O'Connor of rClTatham, 'who is 'a legal ad- viser to the elomupany. .Mr.. O'Connor outlined the history cIf the company, an On- tario " eonporation Which was created in 19111.. It was not a subsidiary of any other eom- pany and the head office was in Chatham. It has 'purch'ased and distributed gas for many years in Windsor and ;Chatham, ex- tending its operations to Lon- don and Hamilton. More recent- ly it is bringing natural gas to (Guelph, Kitchener anid Water- loo, 'Stratford besides many of towns and villages of the same urea. As council was aware, said Mr. O'Connor, natural gas had come to Stratford in the fall and the line would be extended to 'Gaderridh this summer. He said agreements head been made with Mitchell, 'Clinton and Godo erich. Mr. O'Connor said he wanted council to give two readings to a distribution franchise' bylaw. The coanpany is a public utility and is regulated by the Fuel Board. " 'The bylaw gives the company the right to lay distribution lines on the streets under the supervision of the municilpality, and the company agrees to pro- test the town liability for dam- ages. The ;term of the franchise is for thirty years, ;which is nee- essary said Mr. 'O'1Cannor to al- low the company to finance the undertaking. After two readings the bylaw is.sent to the fuel hoard with a requested consideration. The beard orders a public Nearing and if satisfied it approves the agreement between the town rand the comlpany. After appro- val the bylaw. comes hack to the council for a third reading and final passing. The 'board has the right to order a vote of the ;peo- ple 'before the .passing ,of the bylaw but this has only been found necessary 'where two gas Companies are seeking the fran- chise. The gas rates time set by the fuel board from time to time upon representations by either the company or the municipali- ty. Mr. Fleming and Mr. 'O'Con- nar said that the company would propose to the (board the same rates that are now in effect in Stratford. They said pipe lines on the streets become assessable for taxes. The assessment is usu- ally malde on a footage basis and size 'of the pipe. • Mayor 'Christie asked what other dawns the size of 'Seaforth had agreements with the com- pany. ,Blenheim, Dresden, Tn- .. 'bury were towns about the size of (Seaforth. All together Union Gas has '80 agreements with municipalities. Mr. O'Connor read- the whole bylaw drafted by the comlpanyi over with council. The 'bylaw contains eleven clauses giving the company a franchise for 30 years to install pipe limes and sell gas to enstainers, The claus- es are pilled with tecihnioal de- tails for installing the system and operation after it is install- ed. Mr. 10'lConnor assured cane these were standard clauses used im;a1l; ggreemenQs, and that the town was 'fully protected. (Council gave the bylaw two readings, 'Councillor .I Turnbull remarking that with everybody else getting gas we cannot af- ford to be without it. A resole - tion was passed requesting the fuel 'board to consider bylaw. Councillor Baldwin 'asked how many men ;they would employ. Two service men would be here, on ca'l'l 24. hours a day. Ducal la - To Mark 50 Years In Express Business 1011 Friday night of this weel l4ir. Malcolm McKellar will coni- plete, 50 years in the express busin-ess in Seadonbh. It was on Feb. 15th, 1908 that "Mac" McKellar started work with the late William ,Somerville -in the office in the Commercial 'Hotel now occupied by John Puldmnan's barber shop. In' 1911, Mr. 'Mc- Kellar was - appointed express -agent. For a few years they conducted_lonlsiness in the store now o'ccaupied by John Bach. In 10118, the year of Mr. McKel- tar's marriage, Mxc� 1S'omnervi'lle returned to the .Commercial Ho- tel with the _telegraph and t'ic'k- et bulginess and - Mr. McKellar operated the ,express where 'El- liott's Minch now is. When Mr. !Somerville left in 19211, able. Mc- Kellar moved again, to the 'Com- mercial Hotel where he reanain- ed until moving in recent years to the CNR Station. '- "It will he just another day", Mr. McKellar says. F. Kling Re-elected P. U. C. Chairman 'The Public Utility Commis- sion field their annual meeting on Thursday afternoon of last Week. Frank Kling was re -ap- pointed lehairman for 19.518. IT;he commission arranged for the purchase of a new truck. The old truck will be retained by 'tine oonimission, and an aerial ladder will be mounted on the body. This win he used for work on the p'o'wer lines around town and for servicing street lights. Other ;business routine to the annual ;meeting was transacted. ORANGE EUCHRE :A very successful euchre was held in ,the Orange Hall on Fri- day evening, Feb. 7th under the auspices_of the building commit- tee. 'Winners ofthe euchre were -as follows: laidies' high. Mrs. [Hunter; lone hands, Mrs. A. Mc- Michael; con:; Mms. • Albert .O'- Reilly. Men's high, Mr. Harry Addicott; lone hands, Mr. Alf. IBeuermann; con., Mr; John' Eis- ler Sr. Lunch was served by the 'ladies after �'4wthieh a 'draw was 'held far ,two :lovely dishes 'do - Hated dby'.Mrs. Jas. Barren: the lucky winners were Miss Joyce Brawn and [Mrs. Bolb. Charters, GROUP 3 W. A. The February meeting of Group -3 of N'osithsi'd'e W. IA. was held' at the home of Mrs. Arthur Wright, John St., with 18 mem- bers anid 4 visitors .present. Miss Abbie Seip opened the meeting with a poem `[State of .Mind". The business w!as conducted by the president, Mrs. Christie. There were several volunteers to help with 'Red ,'Cross 'work. Mrs. Dunlop took charge of the meeting. Mrs. Mathieson led in prayer. Mrs. Broadfoot gave a "Small Bby's Prayer". Mrs. John 4Ii'Ilebreehlt was the speaker of the evening and told of the' work of the 441 'Clubs. Alice. Ann Nix- on assisted and displayed clothes she had made in one of the pro- jects the girls do. A vote of thanks to the speaker and those taking part, and to the 'hostess for her home was expressed by Mrs. Dunlop. The meeting clos- ed rosed with the iMidpali Benediction. Lunch was served by the social committee. her (would be enhipioyes'ae far as possible for installation of the line and system. 'Construction of the transmission lane would be- gin as early in the spring- as possible. Local tcdistribu!tionlines shou0d be laid during the sum- mer and gas should be flowing before fall. 'Coun'cil'lors asked if farmers along the line would he able to get gas. The pressure in the transmission line is from 500 to 700 :pounds a -square inch and requires expensive equipment to reduce the pressure for iso- lated installations. (Councillors were assured that instal'l'ation would require a' minimum of dislocation of traf- fic on the streets and thatev- erything would be restored to previous condition as nearly as possible. Pipes are laid about 18" belles deep as a rule. Council' Considers Extending Sewer 'Seaforth may turn over the. job :of finishing the town's sew- er aysltean to ;the Ontario 'Water Resources •Cosnnissi'on, ;'town councillors said at 'their regular. meeting Mbndhy • evening. The meeting was a long• one begin- ning- with a delegation of local insurance brokers. Council had to go over in detail, an agree- ment with the - Union Gas Co., particulars of which will be found in anolther column. Unable to finish the (business council 'decided to .meet again next 'Mond'ay. 'Present were Councillors ;Turnbull, IHabkirk, Rivers, and Baldwin and Reeve IScoins. Mayor B. F. Christie pre- sided.' A delegation of insurance ag- gents consulted :council about the me'th'od of :dividing premi- ums on the town's insurance business. M. A. Reid outlined a system recommended by the Ontario iIn'surance Agents As- soeiation. Messrs 'Munroe and Oke said they regarded the plan as unfair. Reeve ISc'oius said he had understood bile agents were satisfied width the motion he had proposed in 'December -and 'of- fered : to have it rescinded if they .wished. 'Council agreed with -a suggestion by- some of the agents to see if they. -could reach an agreement among themselves. R. S. McDonald es (treasurer of the community centre board went .over the (b'eard's accounts with 'council. The board owes about -$1600 with insurance coming due in a few days. The hydro bill ig about -$350 a month. One of the creditors is pressing for .payment. Revenue from skating has fallen off since the new year. The •curling club held paid their money 2 months in advance. Counoillor 'Baldwin told coun- cil the dharge for the weigh scales was now 25 cents a loud straight. He said they had de- cided to leave repairs alt Bush- ie's house until spiting. Council- lors said the roof 'on the. town hall was leaking. 'Councillor Ri- vers predioteld the whole roof would rot. The roof is goad slate but there are holes in it which let in water. Council went over work- needed on the second floor and means of financing it this year. 'Snow ploughing was at pre- sent the main job 'Councillor Hslbkink told council. 'Council- lors carried on a little informal discussion about snow removal and a future hockey plan. Reporting for the sewage committee 'Councillor Turnbull said the 'town had written to On- tario Water Resources 'Commis- sion about the sewage situation here. 'Council thought a couple of the mnemlbers should go -to the city anid talk the matter over with Dr. Berry. The commission can construct water and sewer systems for municipalities and receive payment from proceeds of the utility over a period -of years. Lt is unnecessary for a municipality to issue debentures to pay for it, nor are the future payments -charged in with the to'wn's 'debenture indebtedness. Councillors said the carrnmssion was in a position to direct and supervise the proper installation of these services. The town hard run into many difficulties in oaiwying 'oust this work them- selves. (Council deckled to get further particulars. A report was received from the police. Council decided to meet next Monday, Feb. 17, to conuplete their business. RED CROSS NOTES Red 'Gross quilts will be- quilt- ed uiped in the library rooms Wednes- day and Thursday afternoons Feb. 19th 'and 206. CARS COLLIDE An Accident occurred five miles north of .lSeatorth on Sun- day 'afternoon involving, •cars driven by Torrance Dundas of Walton, and John Van Moose', of Mitchell, r.r. 5. Mr. 'Dund'ee and a passenger Doug Ennis were beth cut -around the face and were taken to (Scott Mem - oriel Hospital for treatment. Visibility was poor and roads' were heavy.- Damage— was not extensive. 'C'ons'table !Snell of Seaforth investigated. Dr. Mc- Master :gave medical assistance. IRobt. W. Campbell Heads Agri. Society [Robert W. 'Campbell was re- elected 'president of ISeaforth Agricisrltu al lSoeiety for his 3rd term at the annual meeting~ hast Wednesday •might. The other of- ficers were re-elected: lst vice 1pre's.,:''R. E. McMillan; 12nnd vice prey., J. M. Scott;, •auditors, E. .'C. Boswell, R. IS. McDonald. (Earl. McSpadden tendered his resignation as secretary -treas- urer but offered to "carry on until a successor is appointed. The following 'directors were named: Tuckersmith, Jos. Dev- ereaux, )E •lir 'Wihitpiore, W. Orion; McKillop, L. [Wheatley, R. iGamlphell, R. E. McMillan, J. M. (Scott; ;Millen, 10. 'Anderson, 0. Wright; Seaforth, aiolmnes, Harvey Leslie; R•Iib- bert,Filmer Chapple, ,L. Mdlrver; associate directors, Claire Reith, Alister Broadfoot, Ernie (Ross, Bob Tyndall, Bob Patrick, Ken Stewart, :Irvin Trewarbha, Gor- dan Papple, August Dudluarme, Jim McGregor, Ken Campbell, Andrew Moore, ' Wilfred 'Cole- man, Keith ;Sharp, Wilfred 'Scott, J. F. Hogg, Laverne God - kin, !Bob Broadfoot, d11. Pryce. In his treasurer's report 'Earl Mc$Spadklen stated that .Sealforbh fall fair has pard out over '$3: 000 for utility classes prize money for the last two consecu- tive years, and if accomplished again in 1958 'will make this fair eligible for Class 33. rating. Financially, the fair had about the same deficit as, the previous year. However a $500 .cheque from -the Ontario jockey 'Club received since the new year will be a big -help. It was suggested that three field crop competitions .be held again this year; barley (Park- land variety), oats and husking earn. Roy Jewell of London, who was to be guest speaker, was unable to he present 'through ill- ness and his place was taken by A. 'Cartier, who gave a talk on. newspaper work. He was intro- duced .by Asst. Ag. 'Rep. Arthur ]Balton. lAgsicultural Service Diplom- as were presented to (Mrs. Jos. Grummebt and-Dirs. +Frank -Stor- ey by Russell Bolton, past presi- dent. IA.wands were presented to 4-11 Club winners: (Gloria Boyd, Dairy Calif Club, 'S ea f ort h 'Creamery trophy; Bill Strong, best b'alby calf, McMaster tro- phy; [Billy Murphy, best junior heifer ,calf, (Seaforth Co-op tro- phy; Jean Broadfoot, best poul- try exhibit, Topnotch trophy. W. 1. NOTES .Anyone wishing a -ride to the county home with the IW. I. this Friday, Feb. 14, should contact Mrs. Gordon M 'Kenzie. Those :taking ears, who have not al- ready got a load, please contact Mrs. McKenzie also. [Members with card tables are asked to 'loan them for the eu- chre :Friday night, contacting Mrs. MclGregor. The group also require coat hangers. 'Committees for the dance are: Tables and chairs, Mrs. G. McKenzie and Mrs. R. M. Scott; punchers, Mrs. R. Gordon, Mrs. J. Keys, Mrs.' G. Elliott and Mrs. G. Kerr; lunch, Mrs. Jack Mc- Lean, Mrs. A. Crozier, Mrs. L. !Carter and Mia. H. Hugill ; dishwashers, Mrs. A. Pepper, Mrs. (Mae :Hi'llelbrecht and Mrs. L. -Strong. ([The February meeting of the Seaforth - W. I. will be held in :Seaforth 'Distriab- High 'School on Wed. Feb.:19 at 8.115. This is a special meeting with conven- ors, Miss Tlhelhira'E'1gie and Mrs. R. MacLachlan. 'Rol'l call will be "-How to keep from• -growing old and the motto, "Do not re- sent growing ald, many are de- nied the privilege". 'Special speaker will be Alvin W. Sidlery speaking on 'Making Wills". Men are especially invited to this aneeting as well as- anyone else who may be interested. Lunch committee are 'Mrs. R. J. Doig, Mrs. John Kea -r, Mrs. E. Kerr, and Mrs. R. Gordon. Tile Plant Proposes $100,000 Expansion Mr. Peter Christensen leaves, on Thursday on a two weeks 'busi- ness trip in connection with the forthcoming $100.000 expansion of •Seaforth Concrete - Tile Ltd. Two additional machines will more than double the present capacity of the plant, when up to 30 men may be employed. Fire Losses Highest Id 25 Years IiiyKGili'op Mutual Fire Insua'- ance ;Company suffered rhe highest fire "loss in 25 years in 1957, according to the annual report just issued. Theo losses of $15,000 and over were maj- or contributing factors. Among the larger losses listed are: Frank IFingland, Hullett, 'barn and equipment, $15,0'00; Archie Somerville, McKillop, barn anid contents, $15248.44; Barry Tor- rance, Goderich Twp., dwelling contents; chimney fire, $5,500; Geo. MdGaviac, 'Seaforth, dwell- ing, contents, $2,000; Glen Wise of IGaderieh twin., thresher, $1,- 700; J. E. Henry, Hullett, (barn and contents, $0,70.0 '141lanse(111 Gook, Ilullett, barn an'd con- tents, 47,577. In his report M. A. Reid, sec.- treas., says: "The four barn fires are all listed as unknown cause, but one was [believed caused .by heat bulbs, while the other three were presumed detective wiring, The ;dwelling loss was from a chimney fire two hours earlier and then broke out in attic, tot- ally destroying the building. All chimney fires are dangerous and s'houbd be easefully watched for Some time after. "The uses of electric applianc- es are -one of our rnador labour benefaotdrs, but unfortunately are becoming the most dreaded factor in insurance underwrit- ing, inasmuch as most of 'tihe wiring was installed when few applianees were in use. Today, the appliances are being added without thought 'being given to amount of additional' load being 'placed on the wiring, (with the result that in many instances the wiring is overloaded and a definite fire hazard created. "When appliances are added, a 'competent electrician should be consulted and, if necessary, a new service -added to meet the additional requirements. Under no circumstances use a heavier fuse. A 15-amnp. fuse •should :be the maximum, except on special installations. 't often wonder how many know that a coffee maker uses 11,000 watts; -automatic toaster, 1,100; tea kettle, 1,500; ironer, 1,500; electric pail heater, 1,- 500, and clothes dryer, 4,500; television, 300. Every policyhol- der should or can mentally check his installation by the above additions. "Heat bulbs are also creating a major hazard and are of deep concern to all Companies. Sure- ly the sad experiences 'of those who have dost their buildings should be a warning to all us- ers. A few dollars spent in pre- vention will pay handsome divi- dends. "Our direct losses were $57,- 440.29. Lightning dosses were below average. A continuance of heavy losses -on ['arm proper- ty necessitates a rate increase. on all agricultural lines. This is unfortunate if negligence and failure .to use precautionary means are responsibbJe. "Volume of insurance is up $1,-600,000, with an increased net retention of $770,000.00. This should have shown an in- crease of assets." Reception For Newlyweds Seaforth community centre was filled to capacity •last Wed. evening when Mr. and Mrs. Lau- rence :Eyre [(the former Dianne Bolton of Dublin) were given a reception and presented with a well-filled purse of money. Tire address was read by Laind 'Nor- ris of Kippen and the presenta- tion by Glendon Kerr of Win- throp. Norris' orchestra provid- ed the music for dancing, and a real enjoyelble time was spent by all. - Mrs. Edgar ;Schnell of 'Cann- rose, Alberta is visiting at the home of her m'o'ther, Mrs. Robt. McBride and Lorne. Miss Margaret Walker of Pe- te:11n o spent the past week with her uncle, Mr. 'Wan. Ivison and an aunt, 'Mrs. Brownlee. Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Taylor of Stratford visited Saturday with (Mrs. Robert Ddinsdale and Miss M. Whiteman. l41'r. and MTs. Fred Rowntree of Weston :visited a few days with a sister and hra'therin-law, Mr. and Mrs... Norman Long. P11111111111111111$11111111111 444 1 nu.inno cul wunmraet nn utaaa„nl 111111111111110101111 lllll nuri nlunl. DIAMOND RINGS E Lac, unequalled value .in line dia. mond,. At your favourite jew• E_ otters. Af! "Charm<" Dimond Crings lire 'registered and in. C red'fere dor vs' yeer. j ''Charmf Diamonds mor a Lifetime of Beauty. ''Chain," spelt malclslai beauty 'Plus Magnificent three stone dia. mond ring—while Rhodium• plated settings and shoulders. $135®9 Other Fine Diamonds from $35.00 up Diamond Wedding Rings from $29.75 up - Gents Wedding Rings from 7.95 up Ladies Wedding Rings, from 5.00 up SAVAUGE'S- JEWELLERY GIFTS - FINE CHINA SEAFORTH WESLEY V. JEFFERSON Wesley V. Jefferson died at the Braeside Nursing home, Mitchell, Wednesday. He was •85. Born in Eihberit ttwp. on Nov. 15, 1$72, he .was a son of .the late John Jefferson, and Mary Nixon. ;In 1901 he married Mary Withell- of Fullerton twp. who predeceased him in 1943. He farmed in Tuckersmith twp., reltia'ing to Mitchell 12 years ago. He was -a member of Main St. United Church. He is surviv- ed by one son, .Norman; of Tor- onto; two d'aughlters, Mrs. Law- rence '(Hazel) Gedoke, Elmhurst, Ill., and Mrs. Alfred (Elva) Mitchell, Windsor; one sister, Mrs. Bei-tie'McCutcheon, Chica- go, I41,; and five grandchildren. The funeral service ".vas held Saturday at 2 van. Burial was in 'Wood'land Cemetery. Rev. J. Robert Watt officiated. BRODHAGEN Members of the Ladies' Aid of St. Peter's Lutheran -Church met with 26 present. Mrs. Fred Young, Mrs. Orland Rohrer, Mrs. Harold Rock, Mrs. John V.ock in charge of -devotions. 'Their topic was `Prayer'. Thankoffering bo- xes 'were distributed among the ladies. New light fixtures are, being purchased for the kitchen and 'hall to match those that the Sunday School are installing in the basement and class room. Birthdays were reported by Mrs. Harold Mogh, Mrs. 'Ohas. Ahr- ens, Mrs. C. W. Leonhardt. A hymn was sung in their honor. Lunch was served by Mrs. Wm. Diego], Mrs.. M. [Dietz, 'Mrs. J. Dittmer, Mrs. Mary Dittmer, Mrs. Harold Hl'ligson, Mrs. E. J. Fischer. Mr. and Mrs. John Mueller and Ruhr Ann, Hamilton, with her mother, Mrs. Aug faille- brecht for the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. 'Gibb, (.Sharon and Lynda of -Glencoe with Mr. and Mrs. H. (Smyth and Mr. and Mrs. Ford fDcki- son. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Pfeifer of Stratford' with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed 'Pfeifer. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Queren- gesser quietly observed their 47th wedding anniversary last [Frirday. ' BRUCEFIELD The monthly meeting of the Brucefield United Church 'WMIS was held on Tuesday, Feb 11. at 2:30 'p.m. Quiet music 'opened the meeting. Worship period was 1e'd by Mss. N. Welker and Mrs. L. ,Wilson. The theme was "Looking to Christ and not to Ourselves". !Scripture lesson was from Plhi-1, 3: 1-16. Mrs. S. (Davison took the 'chair for the ;business session. Roll call was on Faith and answered .by 12 members. Our missionary for prayer For the year is Miss Ca- therine Greenbank, Japan. - Ar- rangements were made for the World's Day of Prayer. Mrs. J. 'Cairns will,' be key woman for Mins service which will be 'held Friday, Feb. 21 at 3 p.m. All Women of .the community are , urgently requested to he pre- sent. It was decided to bald our 'Easter thankoffering meeting. Sunday, April 13 at 7:30 p:m. Study Book was taken by Mrs. N. Walker and 'Mrs. L. Wilson, "Youth in the News". These leaders gave a very interesting and instructive talk dealing with what the youth of Japan have to 'contend with. Mrs. Davison closed the meeting by prayer and silent prayer for those who are so ill in our community. CONSTANCE -Owing to had weather the farm forum was postponed last week from the usual night to Wed. night, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Verne Dale. "Lets make it Legal" was the topic that was well 'discussed. Pro- •gressive euchre was enjoyed 'with prizes going to high lady, Mrs. Ears Lawson; high man, I Ross McGregor; low lady, Mrs. , Wilbur Jewitt; low moan,. Earl 1 Lawson. Next meeting will be held at home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Jewitt. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Riley and Douglas Riley of Eastwood spent last weekend with Mr. and' Mrs. Robt. Woods in Ajax and attended 'baptismal service of their granddaughter, Deborah Lynn, at 'St. Paul's ;Anglican Church, Ajax, on Sunday. Miss Joyce Jewitt of Thorn. - dale spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Jewitt. [fihe members of Constance Canadian Order of Foresters are holdingtheir box social and dance on Friday evening of this week. Ladies bring your boxes. The World Day of Prayer will be held at 'Constance United Church, Friday, Feb. 21 -at 3 p.m. Everyone is cordially in, vited to attend. NIRS. JAMES KERR The -death of Mrs. Jaynes Kerr of :Seaforth occurred at Toronto on Monday. Mrs. Kerr was in her 92nd year. She was the for- mer Martha Jane Hillen, widow of James Kerr. 'Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. James -Part- ridge, Partridge, Toronto; and two sons, Howard and Leslie, both of Tor- onto. Funeral service was held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the! G. A. Whitney Funeral Holme, Seaforth. Burial in Maitland - bank 'Cemetery. Rev. Bruce W. Hall officiated. Pall bearers were her sons, How- and and Leslie Kerr; two grand. sons, Ian Walker and Ian Herr Stanley Hillen and James Aitche- SOIL. Among those from a distance who attended the funeral were, Mrs'. James Partridge, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Herr, •Mr.- and lira: Lselie Herr, Dr, and Mrs. Ian. Herr, Mr. and Mrs. Ian Walker, all of Toronto. Mrs. Herr had taught school at Walton- aid Winthrop before her marriage, and had lived in Mc- Killop until they retired .to Sea - forth in 1918. She was predeceased by one son, Brenton, eight years ago. Her husband died in May, 1938. One brother, Calvin Hillen," Me- KiliOp, survives. Mrs. Herr ` had been spending the winter' with her daughter in Toronto.