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The Blyth Standard, 1930-03-06, Page 1.NN..NMNNN...NNN........N.....NNN... Elite Stationery A large assortment of Writing Tablets and Fancy Papeteries and Envelopes et The Standard Book Store ..NNN.NNNNNNNN...... NN.N.NNN The Blyth Standar THE `STANDARI:' BOOK STORE Books, Stationery, French Nott,, Leather Goods, Novelties a,ad Magazines. «.....+NNNN..«...«N «..N.NN«..,, NM. VOL XXXIX BLYTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MARCH. 6, 1930 .+44444+44++44+4+4444+444 emi-Trimmed eady to put UP Buy your wall paper where you have a wide choice AMONG the extensive range of designs we always ,. carry in stock you arc sure to find the wall paper that will give to your room the pleasing indi- viduality that invariably reflects your personality and good judgment. In our stock is a complete line of MAXIMUK Wall! Paper—a quality paper of unapproachable beauty and charm. Come to the store, or 'phone us. We will gladly assist you in choosing the right paper for your home. R. D. PHILP, PHM. B. Prescriptions Carefully Dispensed. BLYTH, ONTARIO +++++++++4+++4++4++444++4+.. ' res.....•••••••••••••••••4444*•••••••••••••••••••40. Genuine Import Cloths Spring and Summer Weights in New est Colors and Designs Made To Your. Order Tailored the best in our own shop, guaranteed to fit and suit and priced at ERZ-35.41C001 and up Top Notch Samples on display. Best in special Order Line at • $27.00 a Suit Extra Trousers $8.00. Everything In Men's Furnishings. GiDLEY'S Phone 78 and 133. Blyth. Ontario, men 4+++4444++++4444444444+444444+44+4444+444+444++++++4 riAvti,Avvyvvvvviviivvi SUPERIOR CHAIN STORES. WE SELL THE BEST FOR LESS SPECIALS FOR THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY Brunswick Sardines, 4 for 21c Lilly Brand Chicken Haddie 19c Maple Leaf Peas, No. 4 sieve 2's 2 tins25c Pure Raspberry Jam, 40 oz, per jar 33c Premium Brand Sockeye Salmon l's 39c Shaker Salt, Plain or Iodized, 2 for--,- 17c Fresh Fruit always on hand Interlake Toilet Paper, 3 for 25c Borden's Chocolate Malted Malted Milk with Shaker, serve hot or cold 59c Kraft Cheese, 1-2's 21c Babbitt's Cleanser, 2 tins 17c Toddy, 8 oz tin 33c, 16 oz tin 53c Soap Special -7 cakes P. & G. Soap and 2 Cakes Calay Toilet Soap 49c R. J. POWELL PRONE 9 WE DELIVER GOODS BLYTH — ONTARIO ttillvtli/VVIViV•41,11friv11%1111, / S S Mullett. The annual financial report of Burns' ronited Church for the year 1929, was pre stented to the congregation on Sunday in pamphlet form. The report is most en- couraging, showing the gross receipts from ell branches at $2044.00 and expenses $1804,32, leaving a balance on hand of $240.64. Mre. G. A. Ashton and daughter, Elea- nor, of Fordwich, were guests of Mrs J. B. Watson during the week. Friends will be plesed to learn that Mrs IHoward Brunsdon has sufficiently recov- ered, since her recent operation in the Clinton Hospital, a9 to be able to be mov- ed to the home of her mother in that town Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Watson and child- ren spent Sunday with Mrs. Watson's mother at Fordwich We are pleased to report that Miss Pearl Williams is itnproving nicely, since having her tonsils removed in Clinton Hospital last week. Miss Jessie Somers and Mrs, B, Her. rington sang a beautiful duet at the after. noon serf ice of Old St. Andrew's Presby- terian Church last Sabbath. As will be seen by an adv. elsewhere in this issue, Mr. Geo, F Yungblut contem. plates holding an auction sale of farm stock and irnplernents at his home, lot 31, con. 1. East Wawanosh, on Wednesday, yy Marek 12. commencing at 1 o'clock p. m Auctioneer Gundry will be in charge, • No 34 LOCAL NEWS ITEMS Miss Verna •Rath, of Harrow, is visiting her father, Wm. Rath. Mr. Jas, R. Forsyth returned home on Friday from a week's visit with relatives in London. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Mason returned from Harrow where they spent the past winter months. Mr. and. Mrs. A. Hardist> spent a few days with the Tatter's sister, Miss Jose- phine Woodcock. Miss Marjory Ratcliffe, of Atwood, who was guest at the home of her cousin, Mr. A. H. Erskine, returned home on Friday, Mc. W. R. Erskine and son, Will, who were guests of the former's brother. A, H. Erskine, are visiting with relatives in At- wood. Miss Ruth Barnby returned on Satur- day and on Monday resumed her chitin as teacher of No. 1 Room. We trust that Miss Barnby will continue to im- prove in health, Mr. R. H. Robinson, Lyal and Miss Lois, of Seaforth, were visitors in town on Saturday evening. They were accompan- ied home by Miss Ethel who spent over Sunday under the parental roof. Messrs Thos. Miller and Fred. John- ston, of Londesboro, were in town on Saturday. M. Miller had the misfortune to fall and dislocate his shoulder one day last week, which necessitated his carrying his arm in a sling. Mr. A, H. Erskine is in attendance at the convention of the Canadian Produce Association held in the Hotel London, London, this week. Mrs. Erskine and Master Jack are visiting her mother, Mrs. Easton, Stratford, during Mr. Erskine's absence. Chief of Police Ferguson has received instructions that anyone found driving a car without a 1030 license after March 15, is to be considered an offender and to prosecute accordingly. Instructions also are to the effect that the Highway Traffic Act must be enforced. Car owners will kindly note theseintructions. The Women s Institute meeting on Thursday, March 6th, in Memotial Hall will be under the direction of the Histori- cal Research Department. "Starting a His tory of Our Own Community," will be the subject of a paper given by Mrs. R. Wightman. "Pioneering in Morris will be dealt with by Mrs. Wm. Jackson. Music by Mrs. B. Herrington, Roll call will be answered by each member displaying some antique owned by their grandmother Those present are requested to l'e prepar- ed to discuss the topic dealt with. Visit- ors cordially invited to attend. A quiet wedding took place on Satur- day afternoon at Blyth Parsonage when Miss Grace, daughter of John and Mrs. Shortreed, of Walton. was united in mar- riage to Harvey. younger son of Mrs. Alice Brown, Toronto. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E. L. Anderson, The bride looked charming in a gown of nut brown satin crepe and accessories to match. She was attended by Miss Louie Herrington, of Blyth, who wore a pretty gown of chaise crepe. The bridegroom was supported by Fred. G. Somers, of Blyth. Immediately after the ceremony, the happy couple left by motor for Ham- ilton and Toronto, the bride travelling in a coat of Tusken Heather Tweed with hat to match. Upon their return they will reside on the groom's farm east of Blyth. The Niagara Fa!is store and the Well- and Branch of Beatty Bros.. entertained at dinner the employees at the Fox Head Inn, Niagara Falls on Saturday last, this was to celebrate the fact that the quoto allotted to the branch had been exceeded for the month of February. Mr. W. M. Hardy. assistant manager presided, as- sisted by Mr. G. Ii, Johnston, crew man- ager. After a delicious repast. Mr. Ilardy gave a very interesting talk on salesman- ship, and appealed for the support and co-operation of the staffs, toughing on the great service Mr. Johnston had rendered the organization. Mr Johnston followed. speaking on the sales service and express- ed his deep appreciation of the support he had received from the staff. Mr. Hurst, service man, then gave a short talk on the care and demcnstration of the Beatty Washer. Speeches were also given by various members of the staff. During the course of the dinner, Mr, Johnston presented his leading salesman. Mr. F. Anderson, with a $10 gold piece, given by the organization for the month of Feb- ruary. Mr. Johnston also received ae presentation as a token of appreciation for his services. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Hardy and Mr. Johnston at the close; also a vote of con- dolence to Mr. Hilliard :McGowan, man- s ger of the branch, who was unable to be present on account of illness. Uuited Church—Huron Presey. tery—London Conlerenoe STATISTICAL RETORT FOR 1929 Pastoral charges 39. Preaching places 75. Members of session 442, a decrease of 5. Stewards 583, a decrease of 5. Other members of Board 284, an in- crease of 4. Number of families 5207, an increase of 35. Persons besides families 434, an increase of 26. Total number under Pastoral Care 19,- 230, an increase of 36. Baptisms, infant, 318, an increase of 14 Baptisms, adult, 38, an increase of 15. Marriages 150, anincrease of 1. Burials 339, an increase of 6. Membership (1928) 12801, an increase of 151. Received on Profession of Faith 273, a decrease of 107. Received by certificate 294, a decrease of 54. Removed by death 167, a decrease of 9. Removed by certificate, etc., 459, an jncrtase of 108. Resident members (1929) 11850 a de- crease of 151. Non-resident members (1929) 832, an increase of 78. Total membership (1929) 12692, a de- crease of 73. Number of Sunday Schools 75, a de- crease of 1. Membership of Sunday Schools 8967, an increase of 193. Number of Young People's Societies 66, an increase of 4. Membership Young People's Societies 1843, an increase of 82. Number of W, M. S, 100, an increase of 9. Membership W. M. S, 3200, an increase of 360. Number of Ladies' Aid, etc., 52. an in- crease of 3. Membership of Ladies' Aid 1619, a de- crease of 123, Membership of Men's Organizations 61 an increase of 18. Value of church buildings $1.088,900, a decrease of 34860. value of Manse, Parsonages. etc., 3144- . a decrease of 81800. Furniture in Manses, 316,295. an in- crease of 31135. Other property 312,570, a decrease of 8790. Total value of Church Property 31,262- 115, a decrease of $5,455. Totaldebt on Church Property, 329,- 011, an increase of $1,481. Total insurance $746,575' an increase of $20,000. Number weekly envelopes (current) 4529. Number weekly envelopes (M & M) 3088. Every person canvas (current) 58, an increase of 9. Every person canvas (M & M) 58, an increase of 0, M. & M. Committees, 66, an increaee of 7. Raised for local purposes 5102,037, an increase of $14,883. Salaries paid ministers, 374.550, an in- crease of 3552. M. & M. Fund, 348,223, a decrease of 3978. W. M. S $10,133, a decrease of 3216. Conference and Presbytery Fund 31004 an increase of 844. Other purposes (hospitals, etc.) 34264, an increase of 31381. Grand Total, $250,111, an increase of $15,745. Raised by Sunday Schools $14,596, an increase of $396. Raised by Young People's Societies, 35102, a decrease of 345. Raised by Men's Organizations, $50. an increase of $21. Raised by Ladies' Aid, etc., 518,515, an increase of 32132. James Scobie, Chairman A. E. Doan, Secretary 5000 Facts About Canada The public will welcome the 1930 edit- ion of"5000 Facts about Canada" com- piled by Frank Yeigh, the well-known authority on the Dominion, past and pres ent. This 80 page book is a marvel of condensation and as revealing the story of our country in a nut shell—a story that is as stirring as it is illuminating, and one that no Canadian can afford to miss, That it has not only a national but an Empire and world-wide circulation is not to be wondered at. The contents are comprised in 50 alphabetical chapters, ranging from "Agriculture to Yukon" This issue contain much new matter and many new features. Copies may be had at The Standard Book & Stationery Store or by sending 35 cents for a copy, or 31 for three copies, to the Canadian Facts Pub, Co., 588 Huron St. Toronto 6. Miss Haesl Pegs, of London, spent ov- ar the week end with her parents. n +uMnagnw/nw.nueseflogyar+.uwti, a 1M.nM.11wM,lw.a„Wllare.,aao,. DR. W. J. MILNE i wishes to announce the complete installati; n of physio -therapy and X -Ray laboratory and radium institute. Will give special attention to case:: suitak'e ifor these treatments on Mondays, Wednedays tand Fridays from 2 to 4 p. m. Phones—Office 28, Residence 29. OuwuwuwnawnwaMsown.rw,arweuw,yns wownasnuawsuw,r p Blyth School Report SENIOR IV Garth Dobbyn 78 Wes Taman,,., 77 Edwin Bender 76 Dorothy Hollyman 71 Eveline Burling 73 Winona Beek 73 Kathleen Logan 60 Eddie Taylor 68 Nelson Naylor 65 Frank Elliott 63 Roberta Craig 58 Barrie McElroy 57 Gordon Elliott 58 Clayton Petts 49 Borden Cook 40 Steve Rouse ...... 39 JUNIOR IV Evelyn Wightman 72 handl Cuming .... 67 Donald Richards 63 Irene Brunsdon ,..,., .,,,,, 62 SENIOR 111 Ernest Robinson 78 Ken Lyon 78 Irene Taylor 70 Lena Munro 70 Melba Burling.... ..... . ...... 66 Annie Craig. 62 Duncan Munro F3 Reta Bowes 48 Wallace Bowen 47 Leslie Gatniss 42 Jack Bowes 40 K. Ashton, Teacher. REPORT OF ROOM II Por January and February Examined in Writing, Arithmetic, Spelling, Drawing, Composition, Geography, Literature and Reaning. Pass 60. Honours 85. Jr. IiI Class Ross Thnell itg Billie Riehl 94 Everett Scrimgeour 81 Irene Cole 78 Ray Dobbyn ,, , , 75 Henry Young, „ 72 Ian Haggitt 72 Tom Haggitt 53 Sr, I1 Ruth Hilborn 85 Donald Mason $4 Bertram Elliott 82 Freeman Tunney 70 Scott Fairservice 70 Gordon Craig 76 Stewart Johnston ., „ 65 Tom Cole .57 Jr. II Layton Bray ,,,,. 83 Wilma Watson 81 Marganet Scrimgeour 70 Murray Johnston 70 Dorothy Ament 60 Andrew Sloan 64 R. McNair, Teacher January and February Report for Room 1 Jr. II Glen Gibson Harvey Garnis Luella Taylor 85 80 72 Sr, I Jean Fairservice 92 Jack Potter...... 84 Bernice Anderson „ „ 76 Florence Dexter 75 George Burling 69 Alma Munro 66 George Haggitt ,.. 58 Primer A Carman Morritt 83 Arnola Glousher 80 Primer B Doris Moody 89 Janet Hamm 81 Jack McElroy 73 Mildred Dexter ....,.„ 72 Ruth Thuell 49 Billie Bowes 46 Mrs, Harvey Mason, Mrs. T. Colson, of Hutlett, visited with her mother, Mrs. M. Bowes, durin., the past week. Mr. Finlay McGowan, of Oshawa, spent over Sunday with his parents, Alex, and Mrs, McGowan. Mr, and Mrs. Chas. McNeil, of Toron- to, spent Sunday with the latter's sister. Mrs. F. A. Rogerson. Mr, Battin came up from Milton on Thursday and the following day returnd home with Mrs Bertin who bad been vis- iting her parents, J. B. and MIS. Tierney. EGGS AND POULTRY This is the time of year when Egg markets are un- certain. Market your eggs promptly and regularly and avoid loss through falling markets. Clean up your poultry be- fore the chickens become staggy and take lower pric- es. We are in the market for any qu. ntity of duck feath- ers for which we will pay highest market prices. A. H. ERSKINE, Night Phones 100 or 46. (McM lila, Produce Builds . 1 Day Phone 106. Night Phones 100 or 46 BLYTH, - - ON'I'AIt10 Londoahere. Miss Tyerman, of Seaforth, is spending some time with her sister, Mrs. James Fairservice. Mre. Taman, who was visiting her . daughter in Waterdown for several weeks has returned. Mr, and Mrs. Ernest Adams and Lloyd spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs J. Carter. Messrs Frank Wood and son. Edwin, shipped a pure bred shorthorn calf to Paisley on Tuesday Misses Claire and Marion Hunking, of the 12th con., spent the week end with their cousin Miss Fern Watson. Mrs. ins Lyon, Sr., who, for the past two months has been visiting her daught- er in Ottawa, has returned home. Mrs. Norman Radford of Wawanosh visited with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Shobbrook, over the week end. Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths and Cecil mot- ored to Stratford on Tuesday, They were accompanied by Bert Gray of the 13th con, Mrs, McLeod and daughter, who re- cently visited the home of Mr, and Mre. D. Rnberton, have returned to their home in Ripley, Mr. Joe Shaddick, who has been conrrn- ed to the house for several weeks with a broken leg, is able to be out again altho still using crutches. We are pleased to see Mr. T. Miller able to be around again although his arta is still in a sling, hs shoulder being injur- ed througha fall tie had while unloading coal at the station. Mrs. W. Brunsdon was in Clinton on Saturday to see her daughter-in-law, Mrs Howard Brunsdon, of Blyth, who is in the Clinton Hospital and we are glad to say ie recovering nicely, The W M. S. of the United Church will meet at the home of Mrs, C Watson on Wednesday, March 12th. Group No, 3, will supply the program and will also serve a tea, All the ladies of the com- munity are cordially invited. The chesterfield suite which was bought by the Friendly Class of the United Church S. S. for the parsonage was de- livered on Monday, Those who went to Wiogham to choose the suite were, Mrs. Stanley Lyon. Mrs. Ernest Adams, Mrs. J. Carter Mr. C. Watson and Mr. T. Adams, The concert put on by Group No. 4 of the Women's Institute last Friday night was a success in every way. The we ether and roads were ideal and a good crowd attended The drills, etc„ which were given by the school children of S. S. No. 8. were well rendered The typical church wedding of Torn Thum, was a host in itself, having the congregin tion, ushers, flower girls etc, Miss Ida Stalker, teache of the school, deserves much credit for her training and efficient service. The play "Mix Well and Stir" was quite amusing and exciting. The songs and readings were all well received. The program all through was thoroughly enjoyed. The proceeds amounted to 850 which goes to the cemetery (and.