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The Huron Expositor, 1947-05-16, Page 84t • ,UR:OK XPP i.kOR.., 1 AL1ZE IN A Y d1 E CASUALTY, "�' 1111;.. BIL . CAS , ARANNITI�,E PONDS, . ACCIDENT, 0,r1P S,IG$mast), PURGILARY AND, R V1C'IIyDSTQRM 4"41,41114194444;. Celnheniee who give gieCUIity with service. 114J O Akirm. F Q R ONTARIO ,"BTBRMAN'S MUTUAL FIRE 11•SITRANUE Information gladly given, WATSON & REID M. A. REID - Proprietor Insurance & Real Estate 1%014k-314., - .SEAFORTH' Wonen's Hospital Aid Will...Meet.— The regular meeting of the Women's ;Hhspital Aid to S eatt Memorial Hos- pita,i will 'b.e b.elei $t 'the nurses' resi- dence on Thursday, May 22, -•at 3 ,p.tn. M(aQ44.+Q4ri000<a 0 o" O P BOX 0 runuuar erbice +4` Ambulance 0 40 Prompt and care. l attention• O O Hospital` Ted O 0 FLOWERS FOR AT,T,"' 0 Q OCCASIONS ' 0 0 Office Residence 0 0,.43 18 0 000' 000000000- O O O Q 0 0 0 0 0 A 0 !O 0 0 G. A; WHITNEY 0 4 ' Successor to ' 0 HOLMES & WHITNEY O Q' Main. Street - Seaforth O fop AMBULANCE SERVICE 0 •40 Adjustable hospital bed for 0 i0 rent. 0 Agent for Mitchell Nursery 0 t0 Flowers. O t0 . Telephone 119 O 0 Nights and Holidays 0 O 0. -0 100000.000000,0 000000000000' in O J. A. BURKE Q Funeral Director O and Ambulance Service 0 0 DUBLIN - ONT. 0 ie Night or day calls: Phone 43 r 10 0 ,0 i0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 40000'000'00000 O 40 W. J. CLEARY 0 ,0 -Seaforth, Ont, O .O LICENSED EMBALMER 0 Q AND FUNERAL DIRECTOR 0 Q Night or Day Calls -335 0 Q O 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Phone 162 — Seaforth CECIL J. LEMON Car Washing AND Simonize AT, Seaforth Motors PHONE 141 Chs-terfie1ds and Occasional. ' Chairs REPAIRED AND - RECOVERED Also Auto Seats and Backs, Verandah Owings sod Steamer Chairs Repaired, Stratford Upholstering Co. Stratford TELDPHONE 679 For further information apply at Box's Furniture Store SEAFORTH BODY AND FENDER REPAIRS AT Seaforth Motors PHONE 141 VHE I! cKILLOP MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO'Y. MEAD OFFICE SEAFORTH, ONT:1 OFFICERS: #k'atih McGregor, Oliiiton - President CIL& I,eoia'h#'dt, Brodhagen, Viae -Pres. **donA: Reid, Seaforth Manager sire Reeretary'f'reasurer. MRSIOPt3'RS: Oitlr1111,; Leonhardt, Brodiiagen. E. J. ' 're�vart r t'linton /larva/ Fuller, 2,',,1t)dertc•]1' .1. + MC'E2w'i'n8,'R.Jt• 1511;, �"ral C McGregor, R.R. 6, 4lilrtanl,�:. Salk .Mexander, •471000 u Aardliibald, t+. 4,, clr6 1 WMtr a �r' . E. ,6,� Sea, Dubin; s Picoototi AN; 1. Will Meet—The poa1'iioned meeting of the Women's Institute will be held ou Tuesday, May 20, at the home of Mrs. Mike Williams. Former Resident 'Digs in Toronto.— The death -occurred in Toronto on Friday, May 9, of Nettie Maude Lay- ton, wife of Mr. Charles Layton, a former resident and well known busi- nessman. in Seaforth. Surviving are her hualeand and tug daughter, (Don- na) .Mrs. 0. It: Earle and (Inez) Mrs. G. M. Goote. The funeral was held ou Monday afternoon from the funeral chapel of Frank Foster, With inter- ment in Park Lawn Cemetery, Tor- onto. 10 Enjoy ''Second Storey Peggy"—The play, "Second Storey Peggy," present- ed in the school room of First Pres- byterian Church .on Tuesday evening last by the young people of Carmel Church, Heiman, was' a decided suc- cess, The play was under the direc- tion, of Mts. P. -A. Ferguson, and the musical numbers by members of the church were much enjoyed. There was a good' attendance. Following the play lunch was, servell to the guests. St, Thomas' Church Guild Meets.— The May meeting of the Ladies' Guild of St. 'Phomas' Church was held at the Rectory on T•uesday when thirteen rrrembers ans*ered ;the roll call. Mrs. G. McGavin, the presidente was in charge. The opening hymn was "God of Mercy, God of Grace,"• followed by the Epistle for Rogation Days from Si. Matthew, 7:1, read ,by Mrs. Southgate. The president led in prayers for the • parish, for parish workers anis the Lord's Prayer in uni- son. The secretary read the minutes of the last meeting. The treasurer's report showed a balance of $173.52. After all other reports and business was dealt .with, it was decided to hold a Social Service tea on,...Mrs.' Rei.d's. lawn on Thursday, June 26:: After the offertory was dedicated thee meeting was closed' with prayer. The next meeting will be held on June 10. Re- freshments were served in charge of Mrs, Shaw. Northside :United .Church.—Rev. H. V. Workman, Minister: 10 a.m.,' Sun- day School; 11 a :m„ Worship Service, Ontario Temperance Federation repre- sentative; 7 p.m..' Worship Service, conducted by the Minister. 0 come, let us worship. Anglican.—May 18: Sunday After Ascension: St. Thomas', Seaforth- 10 a.m., Sunday School; 11 a:m.. Morn- ing Prayer;. 7 .p.'m., Evening Prayer. St. Mary's, Dublin. -2.30 p.m., Sun- day School; 3 p.m., Church Service.— The Rector, Rev., C. F. L. Gilbert, B.A:, at all services. St: Thomas'. A.Y.P,A• Will meet so- cially on Tuesday, May 20, 'al). 8 •p.m., in the Parish Hall. Death of Frank Lennon.—The death of Frank Lennon occurred in Detroit on Saturday, •May':3, after an illness of one week: Deceased was the son of• the late. Mr. and Mrs. James Len- non and was born one and a quarter miles '.east of • :Seaforth, on the •same farm where 'his father was born, now occupied by Mr.,•„John HilleI$recht- He was sixty-four years of age; being the youngest of a family of twelve. The funeral was held on .Tuesday morning to St, .Edward's -Church, Detroit, with burial in Holy Sepulchre ,Cemetery. He is survived•. 'by his wife„and one son, Francis O. Lennon; also one sis- ter. Mrs. James Devereaux, of Sea - forth, and a brother, Mr. E. P. Len- non, of Montreal. 'Alert Mission Band 'Meets. — the regular meeting of the Alert Mission Band was held. on Tuesday afternoon in Northside United Church school room. In the absence of the presi- dent, Blanche Westcott, the chair was occupied by Patricia Hawkins. The opening 'hymn was "0 Canada,” fol- lowed by prayer by Mrs. Bradshaw, after which the 'Lord's -Prayer was repeated in unison. The Scripture les- son was read by Lorene Henderson and the meriabers repeated the 23rd Psalm.' The roll call was answered by twenty-seven`""members and two visi- tors.- The minutes of the April meet- ing were read by, the secretary, Gwen Christie. A recitation was given by Carol Loiselle, and a hymn, "Praise film, Praiiie Him," -was sung. Three birthdays were . celebrated: Gwen Christie, Lorene Henderson and Mavis Bennewies. The story from the study book was given by Mrs. B. F. Chris- tie. The closing hymn; "Tell Me the Stories of Jesus" was sung and the Mission Band benediction was repeat- ed, talks of the foreign students that, conte to the University of Toronto to tale up education, of Canadian life. After fihe; graduate here, they o 'ht to return to their own landst w rk h :utissioa0,ary workeamong their own peerle Mrs. Aikenhead and Miss Gov-.. enlock led in prayer. The hymn, "Frain All ai 'Dwell Below the Skies," Was sMihung and the meeting clos- ed with the: 'benediction by Mrs. Aik- enhead, Wilson MacKay, A pretty spring wedding was solemnized at First Presbyterian Manse, Seaforth, on Sat- urday, May 10, at two o'clock, when Ddris, ' Isobel, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles MacKay, be- came the bride of Mr. William IT Wilson, sou of Mr, and Mrs, Lorne Wilson. Rev. R. H. Williams' per- formed the ceremony. The'brine wore an afternoon frock of powder blue crepe with silver trimming, a head- dress of pink flowers and a corsage of pink Briarcllffe roses. Mises Ethel Wilson, sister of the groom, attended the bride. She wore a pink dress with harmonizing accessories, and a core sage of Rapture roses. Jack MacKay, brother of ' the • ''bride, attended the, groom. A reception followed at the home of the bride's parents, supper • ALBERTA COAL "RIVERDALE" LUMP Clean, Bright, Hard •Structure, from the Deep Seam Mines., BOX CAR NOW ROLLIt10. SPECIAL PRICES Direct From Car Orders .Solicited. - J. H. SCOTT Phone 336 - Seaforth Northside W. M. S. Meets.—The Woman's Missionary Auxiliary of Northside United Church was held May 8, with Mrs. R. Lawson presid- ing. The opening hymn, "What . a Friend We Have in Jesus," was sung, followed -vl•th prayer by Mrs. R. Law= .letin - Minutes ..of.. the -April meeting. were read by Mrs., Por-teous, and 'a special collection was taken up for supply work. Treasurer's report, was Bread 1}„y, Miss A. Ferguson, and the Cbristien Stewardship secretary, Mrs. J. Finlayson,, gave a report. Mrs. C. 0. 'Kaine gave a temperance, reading; "The Alcoholic Boa-ld Control Watch Tower." Mrs. Hay gave a, talk, and Circle No. 4 reported seven, visits dur- ing the month. The delegates for the Presbyterial Meeting that was held. in Exeter gave reports of the morning session.; Mrs. H. -Lawrence gave 'the report of the ,theme; "Building Por the Kingdom of God"; Mrs. Aikenhead gave the afternoon Meme, - ""'rile Chuioha One bounestlen ' both te• poftr proving very interesting. Oir.ele No, 3 tools charge, of the debo'tiona1 freriocl, With Mrs. Ancef head as ea,* fain, the titre being, "Otte Vitoria on Out O0orstep " Mrs, Woods, Mre'. 1Z" 1.dvi+eett 'Mrs, Lbenibig, Mrg A. Reid' lid'Mr• s ; Sttite gave teaditfts• . , 4t --- NOTICE - - - MR. G. F. WHALEY Registered Masseur specializing' in FOOT TREATMENTS will be at the Commercial Hotel SEAFORTH. on Monday of Each Week, Appointments are necessary TELEPHONE 784, GODERICH (Collect), or WRITE BOX 26, GODERICH Seaforth Monument Works T. PRYDE &. SON. Memorial Craftsmen Seaforth Exeter Clinton Seaforth Showrooms.. open Tuesday, See Dr, Harburn for appointment any other time, or Phone 41-J, Exeter: Lakeview. Casino GRAND BEND • OPENING SAT., MAY 24 • DANCING 9 tb 12 Freddie Dawson and his Orchestra Freddie has just -com- pleted a very- successful Winter Season at the Hotel, London. You'll like him! * * For 30 years hundred's ar our old friends Hove made May 24th a Gala Opening. Stay with the habit — i`The Berid" will be ready for you. There will be many new. at- tractions to .add to your enjoyment. SATURDAY, MAY 17 Caardno's Hall, Seaforth NORM CARNEGIE and Hie Band • ADMISSION " . 50 -CENTS 'being • served to about thirty guests :by' Jean Wright, Mrs. Lorne Hay, and the bride's cousin, Mrs. Wm. Burdge. The bride's mother -chose a flcrWered silk jersey dress with • a corsage of white olivette carnations. The groom's mother also wore a flowered—silk jer- sey dress with a corsage of''=white olivette carnations. The 'groom's gift to the 'bride was a yellow gold wrist watch; to the bridesmaid, silver can- dlestick holders, and the groomsman, a yellow 'gold tie set. During the af- ternoon a wire of congratulations was received from Mr. and Mrs. Ray Mas- on, of Moncton, New Brunswick. Af- ter the .reception the happy couple left amfd showers 'of confetti on a honey- moon to Hdllsburgh, Toronto and Sar nia. For travelling the bride wore a. flowered . dress and a blue tailored -coatwith black accessories On. their return, .they will reside on the groom's farm near Brucefield. On Wednesday afternoon prior to her marriage, the bride was honored with a miscellan- eous shower,'w-lien she received many beautiful ands useful grits. • Death of John F. Bullard, — The death occurred at .the home ,of his eon in Thamesford,;en Friday, "May 9, of one of the pioneer residents of Mc PES MAN ENTS Get Your Spring Permanent Now! PRICES $4.00 AND U1 VOGUE BEAUTY"' SALON COMMERCIAL HOTEL ' Use Dining Room Entrance PHONE 31 - SEAFORTH, FOR SALE One and a half story frame house; asphalt covered; Victoria St., Sea - forth. Immediate possession. Dwelling and 2 or 3 acresof land, in ,Seaforth. ;Suitable for poultry farm - M. A. REID REAL ESTATE PHONE 214 Floor Sanding DO YOUR FLOORS LOOK DULL OR SHABBY? Now's the time .to have them Resurfaced and Refinished with our New Dustless Machines. For free estimates PHONE 331.W SEAFORTH GORDON MUEGGE E. C. CHAMBERLAIN Real Estate Broker INSURANCE PHONES: 334 01'220 - SEAFORTH nALCES;ORuES AIRSI AND REP Watch Next Week's 'Ad' for LAEEVIEWCASINO'S SPECIAL MAY,31st DANCE ! Get Ready Get Set - - Go! • Strenuous winter driving con- ditions can put you and your car out of circulation just when you want ' to "hit the open road." Our Spring Tune;Up Service helpe prevent untimely breakdowns by fling troubles while they are still minor. Our complete Spring Tune-ltIp include these ten services: 1. Complete Engine Tune -Up -- 2 _Electrical-,&ystem-• Inspection 3. Thorough Lubrication 4. Summer Oil -Change 5. Careful Tire Inspection 16. Brakes Tested and Adjusted 7. Cooling' System Flushed 8. Worn Fan Belts Replaced. 9. I4bse Connections Examined 10. AirCleaner Reconditioned SEE US TODAY FOR FAST, ECONOMICAL SERVICE Seaforth Motors PHONE 141 G' SEAFORTH There's ,No Better 'lace F:or Snit/ice °' Kt110 , township, in elle person: of Mri John Ferguson Bullard. Mr. Bullar} was a son of the late Mr: ant -MM. Wi lia Ballard and was 'b .rn M4• 1 m. By d . a o in Killop 82 yeas ag0. 'Three weeks ago he suffereda atroke from which, he, never rallied, but previous to that`; had enjoyed e ece111ent health. As', a' young man he learned 't'he''b1ackenaith business and for over '50 Years con, ducted a blacksmith shop at Winthrop which was one of the most widely known in the district. In 1894 Mr, Bullard was' united in. marriage to .Miss Maergaret Ann -Hamm, who .pre- deceased him' in 19.03, but lie is sur- vived by .two. sons and 'two daugh- ters, Mrs. John C. Maher, of New York; Mrs. George Eaton, S'e,afort',• and Messrs, William and Ferg. Bul- lard, of 'Thamesford. One eon, John,. lost .hls lite overseas •in., the First Worad War. Also surviving are .three sisters,;.Mrs. A. T. Park, Nelson, B.G,; Mrs. R. iylurdie, Stratford; Mrs. .Sant. Somers, Detroit; 17 grandchil- dren and 18 great grandchildren. A number of years ago 1V1r,•Bullard re, tired from active business and since then had made his home with his -son, Mr. Ferg. Bullard in Thamesford. For 64 years Mr. Bullard had been a mem= ber of Winthrop Orange Lodge and.on July 12 of last year he attended his 80th consecutive celebration, having been taken to his first by his father *hen Ire was only six months old. He was also • a member of .the "Black Knights, After a funeral service at Thainesford on Sunday evening, the remains were brought to Seaforth, where the funeral was held from the home of Mr. Foster Bennett, North Main Street, on Monday afternoon, et 2.30 o'clock, when the service was conducted by Rev. W. J. Patton, of Cavan Church, Winthrop. Interment .was in 1\lwitlandbank cemetery, the pallbearers being Messrs. W. I''inney, John Montgomery, George Campbell, Percy Little, John Campbell and Irvin Trewartha, The ,. beautiful, floral of- t ferings included wreaths from the family; Mr. and Mrs,, R. G. Murdie and Eldon, Mr. and Mrs, Sam .Som- ers and nieces, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Smalldon,.'`Mr, and Mrs. Foster Ben- nett, .Mr, and, Mrs. Tim Eaton, Mr. and Mrs. Pater McCowan, Winthrop Orange Lodge; Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McLeod, Jack Bullard, Bill and Jack iplcLeod, Thamesford Church and John Armstrong. - Death of. Hugh James Bristow.— The death occurred of a w elj, known and highly respected citizen of Eg- mondville on Wednesd.ay.,-_-May 14, in the •person of Hugh James Bristow, in his' 83rd year. Mr. Bristow, who had not been in good „health for six months, had 'been confined to his home for' some time:: He was born. in Guelph and came to this district seventy years ago. He is survived ,by three sisters: Miss. Tena Bristow and, "Miss Maria Bristow, at home, and Mrs. Sam Rohner, of Bayfield, and two bro- thers, Mr. William Bristow, of Sar- nia, and YIr. Leo Bristow, of Tampa, Fla: The deceased was a member, of Egmondville Church. The funeral will be 'held Friday from his late reside.nee with •Rev: A. W. Gardiner officiating. Interment will he in Maitlandbank cemetery. • Death of Mrs. James. Beattie. — In the death of Mrs. James Beattie, which occurred at her home, Church Street, on Wednesday evening, May 14, Sea- forth suffered the loss of her oldest resident, and one who for well over half a century played a prominent part in the church and social life of this town and district. Five years ago Mrs. Beattie suffered a fractured hip in a fall in her home, and for the greater part of the time since had been confined to bed, but retained all her faculties and her interests in life until a short time before her death, -Mr's. Beattie was the daughter of Rev. George Buggin, one of the pioneer min- isters ,in Methodist Church in Can- ada, and was born in Walsall, Stafford- shire, England, 93'. years ago, When two• years of age she came to Can- ada with her parents and received her early. education in •the towns where her father held his ministerial' appoint- ments, and at Hamilton Ladies' Col- lege. In 18,75 Rev. Mr. Buggin..Was called from London to Seaforth, where he was largely instrumental in the erection of the large and 'handsome church edifice, now known as North- side United Church, ,which was com- pleted in 1877. 'On .May -8, 1878 Mrs. ,Beattie••was united' in marriage to the late James Beattie, one of the first and moat prominent business men in .Seaforth, her marriage being the first to be solemnized in that church. An accomplished• musician, church organ- i5'+t' and •soloist, Mrs. Beattie took an active interest and part hi the choir and other ' church organizations, 'aa well as in the social life of the coni= munity for 'many years, and her abil- ity, sweet personality, hospitality and: 'willingness to .serve, gained her an .rnusually wide circle of friends, whose friendship she retained throughout all the 72 years of her continuous resi- dence. in Seaforth. Mr, Beattie pre- deceased 'her on June 16, .1922, but she is survived 'by a family of one son and one daughter, Mr. F. S. Beat- tie, Ottawa; Mrs. J. E. Smith, Owen Sound, and by five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her eldest daughter, Mrs. Allan S. Bond,, of Win- nipeg, predeceased. her in 1915. She I's also survived by two 'brothers, Mr. William T. Buggin, of. Seattle, and Dr. F. L. Buggin, of Dawson Creek, and a stepson, Mr. Henry Beattie, of K'elow'na, B.C. The' -funeral wilt be d -from -her✓ -trate -residence, 1 hvrch- Street, on Saturday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, when the services; will be conducted. by her pastor, Rev. Tf, V. Workman, Interment will be made in' the family plot in Maitlandbank ceme- tery.. LOCAL BRIEFS • Mrs. Campbell, of Listowel, was a guest last -creek of her son and daughter -in -la Mr. and Mrs. - Ken- neth M. Campbell, a Professor Brenton Kerr, of Buffo- alo, N.'2' , spent .the week -end with his mother, Mrs. James Kerr. • Miss Mary Dodds, of Toronto; sand Miss Ellen Dodds, of Aneroid, Sask., 'Were weekend vests of Mr, and Mrs. 112„ B. ffolmes. •' lVxrs. Doli ieti n 1VItEiray, of LAS= don, spent the weekend ather home here,, - (ADDIT1O'Nitl. LOOM. ON PAGE 5)' e t Theatre Seaforth ;NOW "PLAYING -Thursday, F'rid,ay, Saturday " MAGNIFICENT DOLL wit'b, DAVID NIVEN ,GINGER ROGERS' BURGESS MEREDITH An impressive historical story of Early, Ameriga—sttperply played!; MONDAY, TUESDAY, ' WEDNESDAY IN TECHNICOLOR " I'VE ALWAYS LOVED - -YOU " with .PHILIP, DORN and CATHERINE McLEOD This is strictly Adult Entertainment, and patrons,: especially'lov-ers of good music, should thrill to its renditions of Rachtnaninoff, Beethovep., , Chopin andeothers, against a background of massive sets and 'beautiful rustic scenery! NEXT THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY "4,F'- I'M LUCKY " with " PERRY COMO • VIVIAN BLAINE 'HARRY JAMES Tuneful, -snappy tale of youngsters in politics atl�d show business. Plenty of singing and dancing and fun for everyone.• Coming: "CENTENNIAL• SUIVIMER" IN TECHNICOLOR, with Jeanne Craine, Cornel Wilde, Linda Darnell, William Eythe and • Constance Bennett Everyone loved "State Fair." Be sure to. see "Centennial Summer" HOSPITAL- BENEFIT DANCE Auspices of the Nurses of Scott Memorial Hospital FRID13Y,," •MAY 16 10 P.M. to 2 A.M. CARDNO'S HALL, SEAFORTH' Music by Skyliners Band Dress Optional. ' LUNCH Admission — $2.50 Per Couple BUILDING SUPPLIES Are Difficult to Obtain. However, We Have in Stock: ASPHALT SHIN.GLES — in various blends. ROLLED ROOFING—medium &heavy INSULATION—by thebag or carton. OAK' FLOORING -13/16" thick, PLYWOOD—iii, 3/16,1, ' 3/4", birch , and Cedar.- • JOHNS'- MANVILLE DU.RABESTOS SHINGLES and CEDAR GRAIN te r' . SIDING (Grey and Dover'White). Beaver Board, Hardwall Plaster, Mason's Lime, Finishing Lime, Door Frames, Doors, Sash, Cedar -Posts, Lumber.,—B.C, Fir, .Spruce, Pine, B.C. Hemlock, White Ash, Maple, Beech. ALL TYPES OF MILLWORK DONE by Excellent Workmen COAL—Stove and Nut Anthracite, Coke, Briquettes, Alberta Nut, Buck- wheat, Be wise, Economize; fill you cellar now and don't be dis- appointed in the Fall. Seaforth Supply & Fuel Co. "Where the Best Costs No More" Phone 47• Seaforth NOTICE TOwn of Seaforth All persons in the Municipality owning or har- boring dogs must , purchase 1947 License for same on or before 1st July, 1947. Licenses will be issued from the Treasurer's Office in the Town Hall, or from the Tax Collec- tor, J. Cummings. After that date summonses through the court will be issued to the owners or harborers of -dogs • not having licenses. ALL DOGS MUST WEAR TAGS NOTIC 0 GEES YOiIRA RDER 1N–Ali•SDON--ASF( SUE' -- FOR THAT WILLYS JEEP We; can hardly keep up with the demand, so hurry"! ▪ ,. We have TO -DAY V One New 4 -Wheel Jeep, all equipment Four-wheel 42, less "'equipment One '38 Chrysler Coach. ' PHONE 616 - 34, CLINTON Or see' Jona: th an Hugill A'T.'ONCE. ! ON IIIGHWA1 °8, Win OP SEAFORVII 651 ...,.iA