The Seaforth News, 1926-10-28, Page 1aforth
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Regularly
ilotLunches
at all hours
OUR HOME MADE SPECIALTIES
Prices Reasonable
TheOlympia
Confectionery aii4 Restaurant
Kincardine
Meats
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at Hutchi o
FRESH PICNIC HAM young choice
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GRAPES, ver; choice Concords per
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hRUIT BOWLS,' choice decorated,c
China, special 20
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ELECTRIC LIGHT BULBS, Tung-
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100's Nitro at ..
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200's Nitro, specially constructed
for outside use $1,25
WASH TUBS, all c¢t11r and hand
made, a.kind very hard to get.
/Regular .`p220 for sack ,75
SALT, fine or coarse, 50 lb,
SHAVING ' STICKS, satire as are
sold in 'cases at 25c, but without
l0c
case at
COFFEE, special values at 50c ancl 65c ib,
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TEA at Soc, 70c, 75c and 85c.
POTATOES wanted:
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Phone 166 -
Phone for Food.
CHURCH CARD. "
North Side United Church -Pastor,
W. Lane,A.
B:
Rr.v. P.
!Sunday, Oct 31t.-11 am., Holy
Communion. 7 pan., "A Great Treas-
ure." 2.30 p.m., S. S. and Bible
Classes.
SEAFORTh . ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER28, 1926.
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PRESENTATION.
Mr. and Mrs. James T. Scott, of
Roxboro, were the guests of the
choir at ee luncheon given in their
honor in the lecture room of the First
Presbyterian Church on Friday even-
ing, Oct. 22nd, following the atsual
Practice. A. pleasant feature of .the
evening was the presentation, to Mr,
Scott of a very 'handsonse club bag
and to Mrs. Seott a coloted s'itlt um-
brella,address,
ch
'
• r the ofr' The
hrella ft ori.
which was beautifully inscribed by
Mr. Mr: D,'1t.'McGregor, was presented
by Mr. John Beattie. Dr. Ross also
presented fir,' Scott with a purse
tootaining •$153 from the congrega-
tion in recognition of his valued ser-
vices and as e token of personal'
esteem. Mr. "Scott, aeiso is the pos-
sessor of a 'voice of esceptional.queli-
ty,. intends taking a special course in
voice culture.` He belongs to a very
talented family who for three genera-
tions -have been connected with First
Presbyterian .Church and :prominent
in .musical circles. Mr. and bars.
Scott, who will 'be greatly missed,
carry with thein the best wishes of
the u
their success.
•I for e
comm. n t
Y
t he address was as follows: "Mr.
Jas. T. Scott, „Dear Jimmie, we who
have been associated with'you for 5o
many years in the service of praise in
this church wish to express with one
accord ottr'appreciation of the" con-
tribution, which you so angritdgingly
made to the. success of our organiza-
tion, as a choir, during the •past.
"Your sweet voice. has: ever been
ready to Jake part-- in solo, duet,
quartette or choir work and we•recog-
nize that your wonderful gift .meaet
no small 'part in our success musical-
ly and socially.
"It is with'tin•cere regret we learn
of your decision to change your resi
i
deuce, and sever your connection with
this choir, the hours ev'e have spent
together, in practice, praise and soc-
ial intercourse, will long ,be a pleas-
ant memory, acid we hope that your
expectations in the new field ,which
you are going, may, 'be fulfilled, and
that you may be appreciated as you
have been by us.
",Aa a small token of our regard
kindly accept this 'club bag and you,
.\Irs Scott, thl's ,umbrella. May the
one provide for your .troubles, the
other a shelter 'from the winds of ad-
versity,-and'both serve -to recall us
sometimes kindly to your remem-
brance.
"We wish you Godspeed, and health
and prosperity 'attend you in your
new ivorle and home.
',
,Signed' on behalf of the choir, M.
R, Rennie."
arc &'Schoel
Shoos
Liberal-Gonservatire
Conveiition
A ,•convention of the Liberal,
Conservatives of ' South. Huron
will be held in the Town Hall
like1i
rt. Oct r 29
at , P. M.
_candi-
date
To nominatea �
:• a is a=
ate far the L 1
d g
e Assembly
, t�v y
Men's Work Shoes
$2.95; • 150, .• . $3.95
Boys' School Shoes
Sizes 1 to 5 . ,52.95, $3.25, $3.75
Youth's Shoes
Sizes 11 to 13, . $2,50, $2,85, $3,00
Little Gents'
Sikes 8to 10%..$1.75,'$2.00, $2.50
Girls' Shoes
Sizes 11 to 2 $2.75 to'.$3,50
Each municipality es entitled. to
send three delegates for each
Polling Subdivision
MAYOR GOLDING SENDS ..
CONGRATULATIONS,
At the international ploughing
match at Niagara Falls; Mr, Gordon"
MdGavini of McKillop carried off,
the honors with flying colors in the'
tractor. classes against strong corn-
petition, and in doing sq brought
g1orje not only to ''himself, .but the
district in which he lives:
Mayor Golding wrote the follow-
ing letter to Mr. fMcGavin, extending
eonsrarulatio in on behalf of the
Town of'Seafortht
' Seaforth, Oct. 20, 1926.
llir, Gordon MdGavin,
Walton.
IDean Sir,—I can assure you - that
I am more than pleased to have this
opportunity of extending on behalf
pi the citizens 'of':Seaforth and the
members of thea'Council, out sincere;
congratulations to y.,u on the won-
derful success you had at the Inter
national ploughing ,contest held at
Niagara 'Fails recently,
I treed 'hardly say that we feel that
the honors you have neon shoitId be
i our
h citizens n
neo tined ii
the y
itis y
township, by the citizens in this:
your home: town ratio by all. who are,
anxious to see the boys Of Huron
'egndug to the front. '•
'We are •certainly proud of the feet
at you, as one of our citizens,
through your perseverance' and your
ability have ,brought honor,' not only
to yourself - I but also to yourparetits,
your township and your county by
your victory; indeed as this_ was an
international event you were repre-
senting Canada ands I am sure that
alt Canadians will be justly proud of fironu them, viz.: cavalry, artillery and
your success. I( infantr request think there. is 'an inspiration :for I • y By of the Canadian
each' and every citizen in your Government and permission of the
achievement I am sure it will have
nIhnlierial authorities ..he was 'sentul
to
of
a tendency to create in the tnds
the young men engaged .in farming
and particularly .those .whose se duties
it is to follow the, plow, a desire to
take more interest iu their nrork, and
T imagine that there will be a large
number who 'will be truing to`•beoome
as efficient at that occupation as
you have. There is also a lesson that'
we can .learn 'from your success anti
that is the oldand oft repeated truth
that whatever; is worth doing is worth
doing well.
' 1 ant sure that if we would all take
the interest in ourwork that you
evidently. have,it would be beneficial
le) us all.
T suppose there are .hundreds
of
nur young men throughout our coun-
ty following the same occupation as
SOAPS who feel that their work is
not interesting at all, their ambition
being to get through with the job,
not being at all particular whether the
work is well done or not.
1 de d tl ' ' t every •wale of.
Hon. John S. Martin, Minister of
Agriculture and other prominent
' speakers,' will be present.
'Enter the Pony Contest now we
25c
or
over
with 'every
votes wl
give
v
bought at our store. -
Get in the game, your chances
good to win a beautiful Shet-
land
d
Pon
karst
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pencil box. free with each pur.
A
, 'chase of Children's Shoes
GO'k�.SAVE THE KING!.
ROBT. HIGGINS, Secretary
WM: CONSITT, President
Have Your
Harness
and
Shen Repairing
done by
George Seip
Rear -of`Willis' Shoe Store
The sacred musicale held Sunday
evening ,as a farewell to. Mr.. Scott,
was largely attended. 'The program
given by the choir, 100 by Mr. and
]firs. M. R.. Rennie,• was greatly en-
joyed by the large ,audience. The.
pastor. Rev. Dr. Laskin, presided, the
service being of a highly devotional
nature.. - • -
OLDER BOYS' PARLIAMENT
The elections fat the Sixth:On-
tario Older Boys' Parliament will be
held throughout �thtr`province on �Sat-
urday, Nov, 27th.
E, R. Crawford, Seaforth, has been
appointed returning officer for South
rfuro.
',Taxis boys offering' their services
as candidates are notified that they
must have their nnnsinatiou blank;
in his hands,' by Nov. 6th.
' 'Mefiebers of organized S. S. classes,
Trail Rangers, or Tuxis groups, de-
siring tovote, must have their groups
registered and names on tjsc voters'
list by Tuesday, Nov, 16th.
CAPTAIN T. R. JACKSON.
The death occurred in Egmon:dville.
Mt Monday mornina. of Captain T. R.
Jackson, . of the Royal Northwest
Mounted Police, "at the' home of jiffs
niece, tl�liss Jackson, where he has
lived for the past few years. Captain
jeekson was over ninety years of
age. -A-private 'service ways Conduct-
ed at the hoose on Wednesday even-
ing by the.Rev. T. H. Brown and
'1'ltursday morning the remains were
shipped to Montreal for cremation.
ace for
Relatives present front a distance
the: funeral included Mrs. S. T. Jack-
sott.e.nd Mr, H. M. Jackson, Toronto;
G.. A. and T. C. Jackson, Montreal;
Mt. and Mrs, Lunn, Mr. W. O. Jack-
son and Mr, and Mrs. Tudor Jack-
son, of Ripley..
Captain•Jack.Son was.one of the.
"originals" of the Royal Northwest
Mounted Police and could relate
malty - interesting remitviscences of
the early days in the; West. He was
a graduate of all the military .schools
and possessed first class certificates
YOUNG PEOPE'S LEAGUE.
On. Tuesday evening the Young
People's League of Northside United
Church gathered as usual, at, the
church,.and then proceeded to the,
home of Mr, and 'Mfrs, Jos. Grununett.
Mr. W. C. Barber, third vice-presid-
ent, presided, over .the devotional part
of the meeting.. After the roll 'call.
to which 'about thirty members ans-
wered, bliss Ila Johnson took up' the
first subject in the citizenship series,
viz: "Is War a Good Method of Set-
tling' Disputes.' In summing . up the
points tinder consideration it was con-
cluded. that war is not a good method
'of -settling disputes between nations.
rt is inefficient, uujust, costly. One of
the great opportutiities that challenge
the consecration and courage of the
Christian youth"of to -day is the .bare
ishing of war from the life of', the
world.
A special feature of the evening's
progrannme was the reading of an
address to Mrs. Grumntett, who praet
to her marriage, was a willing and
faithful worker in every phase of the
society's tctiitities• By her socia-
bility, sincerity, and strength of char-
acter she Kwon a very high ,place in .the
esteem of those with wham she was
associated. The address, which teas•
followed by the presentation of a
gift as a token of appreciation, car-
ried the best wishes - of the Y. P. L.
to Mr. and Mrs. Grumniett.
The audience was then favored with
several excellettt `and thrilling selec-
tions by .the ordhestra. The metn-
bers, Messrs. J. M. Scott, W. C. Bar-
ber, A. Sillery, 1R. 3. Wegg and 'P..
Willis deserve credit for their super-
lative work in musical activities..Af-
ter lunch was served a "smg-song"
was thoroughly enjoyed . by every
one present.. The evening's entertain-
ment was closed . tpith the National
Anthem.'
PH1LATHEA C'L'ASS.
The regular 'business and social
meeting pi the Philathea Class of the
United Church was held last Wed-_
nesday evening at the home of 'Mrs.
Jas (Beattie. The evening was pleas-
antly and profitably spent, ,After the
the
business mart. of the meeting
sneinIbers of the class, took part in
several, contests: '.A .dainty lunch was
served, after which ithe, meeting close
ed by singing "Blest be. the tie that
binds." The next meeting will be held
on the third Wednesday of -.Novem-
ber,
MANLEY.
Mrs. Louis ,Brill, of Detroit, visit-
ed her sisters, Mrs. Thos. McKay and
IMrs. W. 'Manley last 'Sunday, ac-
companied by her father Mr. C,.
Eckert. '
The late rains and snow have again
hindered the 'buckwheat -harvest, as A
large acreage is oovered with water.
Mr, Williamson,, of (Walttedid a
record day's threshing. for. Mr. John
Murray last week even though there'
was a downpour of rain all day.
n a ns is' rite in etc -.
life but this...it not true in your ase,
as you have had ambition enough to
do 'your work efficiently and well,
the result being that you have won ,a
well merited victory,- and, more than
that your victory will he eo inspira-
tion to all young Canadians to en-
deavor to do their very best, no
natter what their occupfttion may be.
I sincerety-hope that you will still
continue to improve in your work in
order that you may carry off further
honors.
Again extending our sincere, con-
gratulations
ongratulations to you, 'I remain, sin-
cerely yours,
W. H. GOLDING,
Mayor of Seaforth
MRS: E. J. BARNETT.
The death occurred in Detroit,
Mich., on Monday, October 25th,
1926, of Minnie Augusta Nash, belov-
ed wife of Mr. E. J. Barnett, aged
36 years, S months and 13., days. She
passed away very suddenly after a
serious operation. She was a eesid-
ent: of-Seafotth -metil going to live at
Detroit about .five years ago' and was
married nine years ago to Mr. 'Bar-
nett, who survives; also one sister
and two brothers, Mrs. James
Knuckle (Hanna)) of . Mountain,
Sask.; Dan Nash, 'Clinton, and John
Nash and her aged father, Mr. Wil-
liam Nash, of Harpurhey. The re-
mains were `brought to Seaforth Wed-
nesday and the funeral will take place
from her father's residence of Thurs-
day, ' October 28th, at- 2 p.m„ to the
place of interment in Maitlandbank
cemetery.
England and attached to the King''".
Royal Dragoon.' Guards for ins'trttc-
tional purposes for nine months, be-
ing the first Canadian ever appointed.
Made a superintendent (captain) of
the Northwest Mounted Police,, 'or-
ganized that force under Col. French
in Toronto -and acting adjutant pro-
ceeded to the. Northwest Territories
in charge of and 'commanding the field
battalion attached, was working of-
ficer rot' several years under Col.
:McLeod at Fort McLeod, One of
the Officers in the camp with hint was
a son of Charles ,Dickens. the novel-
ist, who had come to Canada from
itidia because of tri; health.
'After resigning from the 'Northwest
Mounted Police Force, Captain Jack-
son Spent a number of years at 'Bay-
field, later removing to San ,Diego,
Cal., with his sister, Miss Charlotte
Jackson where they spent twenty,
}tars, \fte'r `tier death he returned
to reside in Egibondi ille.
The annual Thankofferinig meeting
of the Women's' Missionary Auxili-
ary held rn the
Pres>
t
c tan
churchh
on Tuesday afternoon was most in-
spirational. Kiri. F. 11. Larkin .pre-
sided attd led in the . opening prayer,
the,'Scriptuee' lesson "being, read by
Mrs. Janne Kerr. 'Mrs, Kanniwan,
of 'Toronto, aa able ,outstanding
speaker, gave a .delightful and inspir-
ing address on mission work. The
audience was f.rvored with a' beautiful
sego ° by Mrs.. J. A. 'McNay, df 'Glide -
which avas 'greatly appreciated.
The offering of 5113 was dedicated in.
prayer tby Miss Chain tkeof'Scotland
• ELECTION NOTES.
Mr, Wm. C. Govenlock, of Eg-
mondvi.11e, has been appointed Re-
turning Officer for South Huron. Mr,
Govenlock• knows the district and
people of South Huron well and will
carry out his Two*. efficiently.
'tv. Geo. (Muldoon, of Brussels, is
Returning Officer for North Huron
,Mr, Medd, of Exeter, " is U. F. 0.
candidate in the pfovincial field. 1 -Ie
was Selected in July.
The Liberals have no candidate in
the field so far: The names of Mayor
Golding of 'Se'aforbh, . and 'Reeve
Geiger, of 'Hettsa11 are, mentioned as
possible candidates.
A convention of the .Liberal -Con-
servative Aslsociation has been called
for Friday the 29th, in .Hensatl town
hall, to which everyone is heartily
expected' Hon. John S.
invited, It is
Martin will speak. ^•
,Word has been received in town,
that Mr. N. W. Trewartha, M. P. P.,
will not accept the Conservative nom-
ination on'Friday He bas performed
his duties in Toronto very satisfac-
torily and was chairman of the Agri-
cultural Contimittee. His friends re-
gret that he has .decided tp retire as
they feel sure his ability and char-
acter would bring honor and dis-
'.tinction to South Huron had the
choseu,to Continue iii pol;ittes ,
MRS. WM. LOCKHART.
The death occurred .in Windsor, on
Friday morning. October 15tH, of
lirs. William Lockhart, wlto• was
stricken with. paralysis the previous
Saturday, and lingered nearly a week
without regaining consciousness. Her
maiden name was Miss Jane Johnson,
'being born in Scaforth, a daughter of
the late Wm. Johnston." Thirty= -fide
years ago she was married. to Mr.
Lockhart and lived here until twelve
years ago when moved to Stratford
and live years later to Windsor,.Be-
sides her husband she is- survived by
two sons. and two daughters, Mrs.
(Rev.) E. '.T•Iunegard, of Detlroit. Mrs.
Ernest Preston, of Windsor; George,
of Detroit and 'Oliver at home; also
five sisters, . Mrs. Robert Beattie,
Guelph; Mrs, William Sillery, Eg-
nlondville, Mrs , Jas. Littlejohn, of
M
Galt; ,Mrs, ,41 attliee, ,Beattie,Van-
cover, B.C. and 'Miss ,Martha
ha John-
Ston, of Seaforth. The funeral took'
place on 'Monday, October 18th, .to
Windsor cemetery, The' floral
trib-
utes were very numerous and beauti
ful, as she had many friends far and
near who 'mourn her passing deeply.
All the members of the familywere
present, except her sister int Van-
couver.
C`Xsry rR It
ISSUE No, 43,
Signet Rings
All down through the ages the signet
ring has been the emblem of friendship,
confidence and implicit -faith, Kings
and Princes gave their signet ring to those
whom they entrusted with special ' mis-
sions and whom they held in high es-
teem.
And today this •beautiful practice is fol-
lowed identically as in days of old with
the single exception of cost.
Today we are selling signet rings at
t
fraction, of t1;eAld:anci original cost,
.,
For instance we have a beautiful range of
signets at the speciallye»lowpriceof
$5.00
Particularly suited to Christmas Gift
Giving
Fred. S. Savauge
Jeweler & Optometrist
OppositePost Office
Expert 'Watch Phones 194
Repairing Res. 10
Prompt
Service
momentlannommisrommerk
Mfigs Chalmers, of Cumberland,
Scotland, gave an inspiring adore.,
on mission work in Kaffraria. Others
who took part were Mrs. E. Fer-
guson, !Mise H. 1, Graham and Mrs.
W. Hogg, A delicious lunch was
served at the close of the programme,
The rnllectinn amounted to $9.-
W.M.S.
The regular monthly ' meeting of
the McKillop Branch of North Side
United Church W. M. S. was held at
the home of Mrs. Joseph Scott on
Thursday:, October 21st. with about
fifty ladies present. Part of the af-
ternoon was profitably spent' in sew-
ing. The devotional exercises were
presided over by Mrs. Malcolm •Mc-
Dermid, -After singing .a hymn Mrs.
Geo. Dale lead the Bible 'lesson, fol-
lowing which Mrs..James Thompson
led in prayer.Miss Lawrence gave
a splendid paper on "Personality."
list's. (Rev.) 'Lane and Mrs. Cluft
gave a well rendered duet, after which
Miss Gla ys klolland gave a reading
entitled, `The Box from St. Marks ,
which was very much appreciated.
The meeting was closed by repeating
EGMONDVILLE.
The Young Peoples Society suet on
:Monday evening with Miss Sadie
Howatt, literary vice president, he
the chair. After devotional exercises,
Mr. Earl 'Webster gave a splendid pa-
pee,.,on the Life and Works of 'Wm.
Drutinmond. The monthly meetings
based on a. study of our Canadian
poets and prose -writers should .prove
both interesting and helpful, and
should stimulate a further study of
Canadian 'literature. Partly ibeeause
of the long drives involved, and part-
ly because of ,its interference with the
regular programme, our- Society vot-
ed not to easter the Presbyterial de -
the Lords prayer in unison. Lunch
was served by the hostess, Mrs.
Scutt, and a social half-hour spent by .
all.
ANTHRACITE, POCOHONTAS -
COKE
E. L. BOX
Phone 43,: Seaforth
Our First Shipment
of Winter Coats 6g Here
Next Sunday tuorutng the annual
Thankoffering meeting of the W.M.S.
will beheld. Rev. Arthur 'Sinclair, of
Flensali, will conduct the service. At
the sante''11me.thd, Egntondville.pas tor
will conduct the service in 'Henson,
giving a report of the great confer=
once held ht +Toronto on Oct. 5, 6,7. -
Not only Egmoudville congregation
but the whole community is looking
forward eagerly to the coming of Dr:
D. C, MacGregor to conduct the Eg
services on
nd ii anniversary too e v 1 an Y se
Sunday, Nov. 14th. Dir. MacGregor
is a. great preacher and an outstand-
ing figure •in the 'United Church of
'Canada,
1 HOIVIE HELPERS.
, There were forty ladies .present at
the regular monthly meeting of the
McKillop Hoarse I-Ieapers held- at the
,home of Mrs. 4: B. Scott on Thurs-
day, Oct.
hurs-day,-:Oct. 21st. The 'first part of
the afternoon was spent in quilting a
missionary quilt. Mrs. Larkin precicl
ed`.at the devotional part of the mee't-
13 tie eheviots
and Whittle s
Prices $20,00, $22„OO, $25.00
Secure yours while stock is complete.
See these Coats in any event.
BesErMaterial, full lined, neatly tailored.
Do not crowd us witli your fall.' suit this season but have
your selection made at once and your name on the order book
at the earliest possible moment,
E. BRIOIIT
Dress We and Succeed
Tailoring andi•F$aberdaal'lery
Phone 42