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Vol. 49 No. 17 Fleaherton Ontario, October 9, 1929 W. H. Thurston & Son, Propriqftfrl PROTON STATION Sent in Last Week. Proton Station school participated in the school fair at Flesherton, on Mon- day the 30th. and won third place in the showing. Congratulations to the pupils and to the teacher Miss Bull. Another pioneer resident was laid to rest in the Dundalk cemetery, o-a 'Tues- day Sept. 24th.. Mr. Thomas Hodgin who has been ailing for many months, died at the home of his brother Mr Hugh Hodgin. He was a much re- spected resident of this community for a great many years of his long Ife. For thirty years or more, in two dif- ferent terms, Mr. Thomas Wyvill has served the public as grocer in Proton Station, and his customers will regret to learn that he has closed his bus- iness. Mr. and Mrs. Wyvill have always been kind and obliging fair and square in all their dealings. We trust that though they retire from business, they may still have many happy, useful years in the future. Mrs. McAuley has returned home from Toronto General Hospital, where she had a growth removed from hear breast. She is recoverig nicely from the operation. Mrs. James Neilson Sr. who has been ill is improving. Our Student Minister, Mr. Davies, has gone to Toronto to attend the University. He will return each week end, for his Sunday work as usual.. Almost all the Proton Station peo- ple attended the anniversary services at. Inistioge last Sunday. Mr. Arnold Hergott of Toronto is holidaying at his home here. Mrs Wilson has returned to To- ronto after a holiday visit with her parents, Mr and Mrs. Coasley. Miss Sinclair bf Holland Centre was a week end guest at the home of R. G. Acheson. Mr. and Mrs. Still motored to Mt. Forest on Sunday. Mrs. Still visited at Cheltenham Mrs Harry Irwin of Dundalk was 1 he guest of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Middaugh Mrs. Lloyd Wauchope has been ill at the home of her parents in Flesh- erton. I- SWAMP COLLEGE Everybody around this burg is busy nicking potatoes and finishing up the threshing. Mr and Mrs. Wm. Hay and Mr Angus McCannell motored over to Tonawanda, N.Y., and spent the week end with friends there. A number from here attended Du-n- dalk fair, while others went to the Priceville fair. Miss Marjorie Kinnel and Jean Hill returned home after Spending the summer at Elgin House. Wedding bells are ringing loudly these days. We are sorrv to report Mr. James Hav on (he sick list. M . and Mrs. Jim Hoope* of ETO- mont were visitors at Mr. Alex. Richardson's. Bert McLeod Killed ' ID Motor Accident PRICEVILLE This community was shocked on Friday after the show to hear the sad news that Mr. Bert MbLeod was killed in an auto accident near the station house. He had passed a buggy and was turning onto the road when it occurred. He hit a big tree aad was instantly killed. The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon in the McKinnon hall and was largely at- tended. Service was conducted by Rev. Annand of Dundalk. The pall- bearers were Messrs Archie McCuaig Archie McEachnie, Archie McArthui. Angus Clark, Alex. McQuarrie and Francis Black. Interment was made in McNeill's cemetery. Much sym- pathy is extended to his mother, "sis- ter and brother in the time of sorrow. Fine weather conditions marked Thursday and Friday for Priceville fair. It was cold, but bright anu sunny and the crowd turned out well. Entries in almost every class were in excess of former years. Shortly after 1.30 P M, the school children paraded to the grounds. Entering the hall one was struck with the fine showing of fruit, the Quality and variety V'ar exceeding former years. There also -was a splendid showing of roots, vegetables pickles, dairy products, and all kinds of lovely baking. Owing to the early frosts garden flowers were much below the average. Though house plants made a fair showing, the ladies' work was a fine display of high quality, before which a constant stream of interested admirers passed. There was also a splendid showing of stock. The concert at night was well attended and the best that has ever been held in Priceville. Mr. Angus Clark purposes building a new barn this fall and has forms up ready for the cement foundation. The Priceville Presbyterian con- gregation met last week and extend- ed a hearty call to Rev. Kenaedy, who preached here on Sept 22nd, and also last Sabbath. Mr. Kennedy is a young, able m-i. a few years put from Scotland, and his preach- ing was very favorably received. It is not yet known if Mr. Kennedy will accept the call, but if it is favorablv revived the induction service will follow shortly. Mr. Alroy McLean of Toronto and sister. Miss Esther, cf Singhampton spent the week end at their parental home. Mr. Innis McLean and Frank Mc- Arthur of Toront" 1 were week end visitors at thei- home?. V'- -1 McPherson of Durham visited re-'' !y f Mr. Thos Michel's. Mrs. Ibbot.son of Toronto tpeht v-v'k end with friends n round hen*. OngratiilpHons *o M> Wills Me- diate and M- Furl Seiarni" 1 . who ivcre married on Monday at Du'^- i X I* I WED., OCTOBER 16th FREE PANTS With every Suit ordered dur- ing the visit of Mr. T. Monk, special representative of the Berger "Clothes of Quality". Only twice a year can you take advantage of Berger Tailoring Co's great free pants offer so don't fail to be here. Absolutely no charge above our regular low prices for the extra pair of trousers- Mr. T. Monk, head office repre- sentative of "Clothes of Quality", .will also personally measure you and advise in your choice if yon .wish. A full showing of im- ported fabrics, in the new patterns and styles will be .presented. by Rev. Mr. Armstrong. We also exter.d congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Wm Hincks, who were re- cently married. The boys of Priceville public school issue a challenge to any school in the district to a game of football Any school wishing to accept the challenge will olease notify J. W. Cook. Price- ville, and arrange for the game. PORTLAW Threshing is nearine completion in this part. The yield of grain is Very good, although not un to promises before harvest. The grain is almost nil of good quality. Mount Zion church people are pre- paring for their anniversary services to be held on Sunday, October 20th. Rev. J. A. Hodgson of Corbetton will preach. In place of the usual week night entertainment a thank- offering is asked for at the Sunday services. The tragic death of Mr. Bert Mc- Leod of Priceville is another reminder of the uncertainty of life. Mr. Jas. Honps of this place is a half brother. Robert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewts Sheardown. was a pretty sick boy re- centlv. A doctor was called and we are elad to know That the patient is a great deal better. The Ladies' Aid meets on Wpdnes- day of this week at the home of Mrs. Gilbert Little. A number of this part attended the services at Mt. Zion. when th fiftieth anniversary of the building of the church was celebrated. Mr. F R, Oliver held a political meeting in the school house on Tues- day of last week. The meeting was addressed by the. candidate and by Mirs Acheson of Chatsworth and Mr. McKay of Ripley. The speakers all put forth some good arguments, which were listened to attentively. Mr. Perdue i expected to speak Thursday nirht from the opposite viewpoint. Rev. R. A. Dinewall and wife visit- prf last week at the home of Mr. W. H.McNally. Mr. and Mrs A. McDuff of Oshawa f^nt n few davs at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Taylor. $ 24 and up Made to Measure Rfc DON'T FORGET THE DAY Wednesday, October 16 F. H. W Hickling FLESHERTON FEVERSHAM Sent in Last Week. Mrs. John Moffat and little daugh- ter, of New York, are visting with John's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Moffat. on the eighth line. Miss Eva Spencer of Toronto was a week end visitor with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Spe-neer. on the eig-hth line. Mr. and Mrs. John Stewart anu son Dick, of Flesherton. spent Sun- day with Mr. and Mrs. Colquett. Air A Turnbull and daughter. El- da, and Mr Daley of Pricevlle. and Mr.. Daley of Holstein, were recent visitors with Mr. and Mrs. John Stont house. Misses Dorothy Robinson and Mae Whiteoak motored to Toronto last week and visited friends in the Queen City, returning- on Su i.iiv . Misses Annie Robinson and Maxine Davidson ictuneil with them ater a two weeks' visit there. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McGirr and son of Bognor, Miss Rosic McGirr ol Collitigwood, and Mrs \Vaj cf This- tletoyn, were visitors it Mri. Roberc McGirr's over Sunday. The LafeMrs. J. Hill CEYLON I Death again entered our village, taking Mrs. Mary Hill, \vidow of the late Mr. John Hiil of near Markdale, OP Sunday. September 29th, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. Piper, with whom she had been residing for some time. Her husband predeceas- ed her 6 years ago and she continued to live with her son, Asa, on the homo farm for three years, where, the result of an accident, he died. She then lived with her son, Will, of Orange Valley. She was in her 90th year, being born at Wexford Countv. Ireland, on October G, 1839, and came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Copeland at the age of nine years and settled in Leeds County. Ten years later her parents died and she then came with friends to Artemesia ar.d shortly afterwards married Mr. John Hill. Starting life on their farm they experienced the hardships of the pioneer days, but by dint of toil they were success- ful. To them were born six children one little girl dying in tender years. Two sons a:id :wo aax^ghters, Mrs. H. Piper (Deliah). Mr. Silas Hill, Mr. \\ill Hill and Mrs. Robt. Love (Clara) of Duiidalk, to mourn the loss of a loving parent. She also leaves 15 grand children and 7 great grand- children. She was of a very cheer- ful and happy disposition despite her seven years of illness and loved to relate her early experiences of pion- eer days. The funeral tool* place Tuesday af- ternoon to the Msrkdale cemetery. Rev. M*r. Coutts, Presbyterian min- ister of Markdale, assisted by Rev. Mr. Scott of Flesherton United Church, conducted the service at the house and comforting messages were given from the 23rd Psalm "The Lord is My Shepherd." The casket was covered with floral offerings of sympathy among which were: Pillow, the family; spray, Mr. and Mrs. Torrey and son, Jack; spray Mr. and Mrs. Roy Piper and family; spray, Mirs. S. E. Hill; spray. Mr. S. Hemphill and family; wreath, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Cummins. Those from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. Halbert of Harkawav. Mr. and Mrs. E. Hill, Bradford, Mr. and Mrs. S. Mercer, Mrs. Brocll.ebank ar.J son, Byron, ot Toronto, Mr. anu Xu-s. W. McCartney, Lauriston and M/. and Mrs. J. B. Cummins, Oshawa. The pallbearers were Messrs. W. Wilson, J. B. Thibaudeau, W. J. Mc- Fadden, J. Eagles, S. Hemphill and '!'. Gilchnst. This community extends its deep- est sympathy to the bereaved ones. ROCK. MILLS BeautifuJ fall weather still contin- ues Quite a mumber from here attend- ed Markdaje fair last week. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Howard of Toronto were recent visitors with the latters parents. Mr. and Mrs. A. Partridge. Mr. and Mrs. C. Newell visited one day recently with Mr. and Mrs. Luth- er Duckett and family, Ceylon. Mrs. Robert Adair of Terranova spent a obuple of weeks at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Croft. We congratulate our teacher Mrs Seeley, and pupils, on securing second prize at the school fair which was held in Flesherton. Mrs. George Newell. Mr. and Mrs. N. Whitmore v\nd son Kenneth arid Thos. Whitmore of Durham, visited w.th the former's sons. Chas. and W. J. Newell Mr. and Mrs Thos. Betts and daughters Edith and Mabel, attended service last Sabbath at Proton Bible School. Unity U. F. W 0. Club held their monthly meetins- at the home of Mrs. C. Newell on Wednesday last Oct. 2nd. . The attendance was not as lar<*e a-* usuel. The meeting was in keeping with Thanksgiving, and the Roll Call was answered, by Something for which we are thank- ful". A reading entitled "Do your bast", was given l.y Mabel Bett^. Mrs. J Hargrave also irnve a splc-nd- did Thanksgiving reading. The meeting was closed wi'.h singin.? after which lu-.ch was served bv the _ hostess. The next meet!"? will be ! held nt the home of Mrs. A. Cameron on Wednesday Nov. 6th. IN MEMORIAM HAXTON In loving memory of our dear son and brother, Joseph, who wa-? accidentally killed on Oct. 4th. 1024. He never failed to do his best, His heart was true and tender: H(> toiled, hard for"- thvseTTc "loved, T!:"n Toft us to remember. r.r".l Sistovs. Mr. and Mrs. A. McUuff of Brook- ly.i, Ont.. visited Mrs. H. Piper last week. Mr. and Mrs. Dill. Stewart and children of Bolton spe-t the week end with the latters narents, Mr. and Mrs. F. Marshall. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey and two child- ren of Shriirley spent the wesk end with the latter's parents, Rir. and Mrs. D McPhail. Mr. a-.d Mrs. Will Crosgen of To- ronto ware week end visitors at Mr. Rott. Cook'.V Mr. Walter Gritfen. Mrs. Adams, M . and Mrs. Stanley White and Mr. Robt. Brown ant Mr. and Mrs. Harv- ey Griffon, all of Toronto, visited at Mr=. White's over the week end. Mr. Allie Muir has returned homf from a 'vip to Sault Ste. Marie, Nortii Bay aid other points, wher he acted as iuil"o on live stock at fall fairs. Mr. R. Cook and daughter, Millie, motored to Hanover the first of the week. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Cummins of Oshawa visited here a few days last week. Xliss Asr.es MacphaiV. 'M.I1 . rc- tu-ned home Saturday noon from her trin to Europe. wh''-h was immensely enjoyed by her. She was delighted to Ket back to her own country and home town and kindred. Miss Catherine Muir. who has been visiting with relatives in Toronto for several weeks, returned home Satur- day, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Evans and daughter. Peggy, who sp<*nt the week end with Mr. Allie Muir. Mr. Thos. Genoe, who attended the fair ot Markdale nn Wednesday of last week had his hone in the rin.e racing. He wa* violently thrown to the ground, receiving a kick in the face which rendered him unconscious. It was thought at first that he was seriously hurt, but unon a doctor's ^animation was found not to be as bad as was thought. Mr. Genoe is very grateful to all friends anc -eiehbo~s, who so kindly assisted him at Mie tinip of thf> accident. Mrs. Mills of Toronto. Mrs. G. H. Holmes arcl daughter. Jean, of Owe?: f-mnd were visit 1 - 1 ! 1 * the past week with Mrs. Anna McMillan and son, Jjhn. KIMBERLEY Frost, dry v.-eather and some high wliuJs arc saving apple pickers 6 treat deal of work as the a^'les are on the ground in great quantities. Mr. \V. T. Ellis has gone to his mill i;i Tort I irn, Having disposed of his lumber there. The gravelling of the road is near- ine completion and is a wonderful improvement.Therc is a pood road almost from F'.eshcrton to Thornbury. Mr. Harold Proctor spent a few a* his homo here. Mrs. 1\ A. Graham and family have moved to "heir home in Flcshei-ton \\\ ;uv sarry to report ?-i: ; . S. Bates Burial Co. 122-134 Road TORONTO Phone: KIngsdale 4344 J, W. Bates. R. Maddocks > oo . Osbourne not able to be around as usual. Miss Muriel Press is assist- ing her. Mrs. A. H. Hammond and Mrs. McMullen are visiting friends. Mrs. Hammond is having her store re- decorated and nainted prior to her renting it. There will not be any services in the church this Sunday on account of a special service at New England. On Wednesday night Chief Deyokah Canada's Indian Singer and Enter- tainer will put on a concert in the C. M. Hall Mrs. A. Crabtree spent a day with Mrs. Thos. Abercrombie. Messrs. Elmer and Russell Ellie have been very successful in winning a number of prizes for their sheep at several of the fall fairs. Mrs. W. T. Ellis is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Les. McMullen at Fever sham Mr. Perdue held a mooting at the home of Mr. W. T. Ellis. Mr. and Mrs. M. Cooke and children of Walters Falls visited Sunday with Mr: I. 'Ferguson, N OSPREY COUNCIL Osprey Council met in Maxwell on Sept 7th, according to adjournment from last meeting Members all pres- ent. Minutes of last meeting read and confirmed. T. Stewart Cooper wrote re School Fair. Mr. Francis, manager of Bank of Toronto, addressed the Council re collection of taxes. David Winters also addressed the Council in regard to a ditch on the 4th Concession. Lochart - Grummett That the Treasurer be instructed to issue a cheque to Mr. Irwin for freight on steel for bridges and culverts on re ceipt of a certificate from Mr. Grum- mett as to the amount. Lpchart-Grummett That the fol- lowing accounts be returned to the Several parties mentioned; Colling- wocd Hospital, services re Arnott children, $157.65, to hospital: John S. Winters, conveying Arnott children from hospital, 6 00, to Robt Arnott John Paul, funeral expenses re Lou Lenr^rd. $ll"5.00.to John Pau^ Rates for the year 1929 were set as follows: .County rate. .0167mills $18.000.00; e-eneral school ra'e .0099 mills $1O. 703.44; township rate .OlOomills $11. 352.13. Miscellaneous accounts were paid. as follows: Contract Record, adver- tising, $7.00; Edgar Dobson, sheep claims $12.00; Wm Poole sheep claim $21.00; Firman Irish, wire fence bonus $7.90; Wylie Trudgeon, wire fence bonus. $6.92; Andrew Hood, wire fence bonus, $24.60; Thomas Guy, room fox meeting, $3.00. Road Accounts Wm. Davis, pay- sheet, $5 50; Geo Coutts. payaheet, $125.75; C. A. Edwards, paysheet, $59.35; Thomas Beatty, paysheet, $110.05 ; Art Wilson, paysheet,$117.00 Edgar Betts, paysheet. $12.00;John : Moore, paysheet, $6.50; James Mc- ' Kenzie, paysheet, $ 10.00 ; James Rad- . ley, paysheet. $32.00; Johnston. Bov- I ins, paysheet, 292.85; Wm. Heitman, 'drawing tile. $19.00; W. Robertson, gravel, $3.30; Mrs. Annie Robertson, gravel, $10.50; Wm. Wilson, gravel. $9.90; Thos. Brown, gravel, $10.90; Johnston Bovins, gravel, $9.00; Wm. Bannerman, gravel. $20.00; G. Coutts. 'travel, $3.80; John Trudgeon. gravel, $4 60: Alex. Mclntyre, gravel, $40.75; David Ring, gravel, 80 cents; John Mason, gravel, $3.50; Ed. Seeley, tile, $170 55; Ingot Iron Co., tile, $251.20; D. Briggs. lumber $15.00. Council adjourned to meet at Fever- sham on October 5th at 2 p. m. IN MEMORIAM * HOY In loving memory of our dear sister, Ethel, who died October 8th. 1928. Deep is our hearts is a picture Of a loved one gone to rest. In memory's frame we will keep you Because you were one of the bes-t. Often we pause to think of you And think of how you died. And to think you could not say good- bye Before you closed your eyes. Sisters Sara, Mae. Myrtle and Florence. Ice Cream & Candies HOT OR COLD DRINKS ALWAYS ON HANI} - also - FANCY GOODS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES H. Alexander FEVERSHAM, ONT. The Championship SCHOOL i will be held at the Fair Grounds i MEAFORD Sat, October 1 2th BOYS AND GIRLS PUBLIC SPEAKING. SOLOS, FOLK DANCES, FIRST AID, MOUTH ORGAN AND SPELLING CONTESTS. MEDICAL OFFICERS ASSURE SAFETY Parade at 1 :15 p.m. Admission 25c. -:- Children in cars free. INCORPORATED 1855 BANMORONTQ Head Qfice: TORONTO, CANADA . i ! t I . Branches Throughout Canada Opportunity content- ment independence for the future all are possible with a Savings Account. Once you start, the account keeps on growing both by what you add to it and the interest which accum- ulates. We welcome your deposits. The Bank for Savings. BR.ANTHKS MARKHALE: A. E. Hunt. Manas>p- FEVERSHAM: II. C. F , - ; .,,, ':