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The Seaforth News, 1926-10-28, Page 1aforth 14171$OLE SERIES, Vd)7L1JME 48. Dinders d Suppers Regularly ilotLunches at all hours OUR HOME MADE SPECIALTIES Prices Reasonable TheOlympia Confectionery aii4 Restaurant Kincardine Meats �•� ilit.5' at Hutchi o FRESH PICNIC HAM young choice tender, 5 to 7 lbs. each at 22e lb. GRAPES, ver; choice Concords per er ibasket , mi hRUIT BOWLS,' choice decorated,c China, special 20 - This is -less than price of ordin ars+ white ware. ELECTRIC LIGHT BULBS, Tung- sten, warranted 1000 hours. Z5 - 40 to 60's at - 25e 100's Nitro at .. r c 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, - TEA at Soc, 70c, 75c and 85c. POTATOES wanted: FD ISON, HETG�I 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. --- 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 Y 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