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THE FLBSHERTON ADVANCE Wednesday, December 17 1941 * - t PR1CEV1LLE Thus. Mather is drawing the mail on Route 1 for A. J. McVicar. Mr. John Livingstone spent a few days in Toronto. Mr. Alex. McDonald of Weston was a recent visitor with his mother, Mrs. Kate McDonald. Mrs. McDonald "" returned with him for a visit. Stewart Boice nd Cameron Mc- Lean found their valuable fox hound near Dornoch, which had been lost. Mr. and Mrs. W. Meads and June visited on Saturday with her par- ents, Mr. and Mrs. R. Knox, of Swinton Park. Mrs. Hector McEachern and Mrs. Archie McKinnon went to Toronto on Friday. Mrs. McKinnon intends remaining there for the winter. Miss Isabel Mather received a beautiful handmade quilted spread, the result of a lucky draw by the Huntsville Red Cross Society. We are glad to report Mr. Archie Calder is improving nicely and able to return home, after spending a couple of weeks at the home of Mr. Hector McEachern. . The children received their last treatment of diphtheria toxoid in the Priceville and Durham Road schools this week. Old Durham Road school concert was cancelled on account of sickness, but will be given shortly after the vacation. Mr. and Mrs. "Nelson South and Mr. and Mrs. Russell McKechnie and baby of Brampton visited last week with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Whyte. Mrs. Ellen Whyte returned with them for a visit. Sadie Livingstone, who has been in Markdale hospital for weeks with a fractured hip, is expected to be brought aoon to the home of her sister, Mrs. L. McKinnon, f the South Line. VANDELEUK Our teacher, Miss Dawn, and pu- pils are making big preparations for their Christmas tree entertainment in the school Friday evening of this week. Vandleur Centre Radio Forum met last week at the home of Howard Graham. Following the 1>roadcast there was an interesting discussion on the subject for the evening "Home and Export Markets." Residents of this community were sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. (Dr.) T. S. Sproule, who passed away in Toronto last week. The late Mrs. Sproule was an outstanding temperance advocate and over 85 years ago assisted to organize the first division of the Sons of Temper- ance in this community. She was a member of the Order in Flesherton at the time. ROCK MILLS The school concert held on Friday night was a real success, and the teacher and pupils deserve much credit for the fine program. The school was well filled and everyone enjoyed the program throughout. The children each received a gift from their teacher, and Mrs. Dolan was presented with gifts from the section. The sleighing ie good now and many of the farmers are drawing logs to the mill, while those coming from a distance are 'being trucked in. Many friends here were sorry to hear of the death of the late George Patton of Owen Sound which occurr- ed on Friday. He was married to a former Rock Mills girl (Lily Park), who has the sympathy of a host of friends here. The funeral was held on Monday. Relatives from here attended the funeral. Mr. and Mrs. B. Field visited re- cently with friends at Maxwell. Messrs. Melbourne Phillips and Glen Croft were home over the week end from Camp Borden, where they are employed. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Newell visited with relatives at Durham. Mr. J. A. Foster was at the Six Corners on Monday measuring some logs which the Durham Furniture Co. had recently purchased. PORTLAW Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Meldrum apent a day recently with the former's aunt, Mrs. Ttos. McKee, and Mr. Mc- Kee at Eugenia. Mr. Chas. Pedlar of Neepawa, Man., and Mr. and Mrs. (Wallace Potts of Badjeros visited last Sun- day with Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Pedlar. Mr. Laurie Pedlar accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Albert Blackburn to Toronto last week and visited with Mr. and Mrs. David Jamieson, while Mr. and Mrs. Blackburn spent their time with their daughter, Mabel. Mr. Robert and Miss Mary Shear down of Toronto spent the past week at their parental home. Miss Lola Thompson of Fever ham spent the week end with friends here. Miss Marjorie Pedlar is visiting at her home here. Poultry Market at Dundalk THURS., DFC. 18 Over $50 in Cash Prizes Several outside buyers will be present 8TH LINE OSPREY . Walter Poole had a successful sale of stock and implements Wed- nesday last. On Friday evening the neighbors gathered to say farewell and wish them God-speed in their new home in Ccllingwood, where they are entering business. Mr. Geo. Saigeon held a sale on Monday of this week, when good prices were realized. Mrs. Gerald Magee spent the past week with her parents at Priceville. Mr. Jim Davidson has given up carrying mail on our line and the work is now in the hands of George Stewart of Eugenia. JJm proved himself to be a very prompt and courteous carrier. Mr. Stewart comes recommended as an energetic, ambitious young man. The lot of the rural mail carrier in winter is not an easy one, so let us ruralites remember this during the cold and stormy days ahead. 1^ Our township has long been known as "frozen Osprey," but we scarcely realized how cold it is here, until last week, when we heard of some men having to build a fire in the bash to keep warm at a local wood bee. Can Andy Clarke beat that? Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hanley of New Toronto spent the week end with their parents here. Mr. P. J. Somers returned to his home here on Monday, having spent the past week with his son at Banks. We are sorry to hear of the death on Sunday last of Mrs. Geo. Mitchell of Flesherton. She is an aunt of Mrs. Geo. Burke of this place, to whom we extend our sympathy. PRICEVILLE W. I. The Priceville Women's Institute met at the home of Mrs. (Dr.) Campbell on Wednesday, Dec. 4th, when there was a good attendance. Mrs. Wm. Moody gave the report of the W. I. Convention held recently in Toronto, and Mrs. Campbell gave a Christmas story "Santa Claus and Mr. Grouch." Mrs. Malcolm McLean was appointed to purchase yarn for knitting of socks for district boys who are overseas or in active service. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. R. H. McConkey on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 1942. Lunch Com. Mrs. McConkey, Mrs. Boice and Anna Shortreed. The United States has been warned to beware of sabotage. It is a warning that should carry equal weight in Canada. There is one thing new about the ceilings the Federal Government is creating. The plasterers won't be able to lay down their tools and go out on strike. Alberta Board of Trade and Agri- culture believes Canada is holding too many troops here for home defence. It is an opinion that is held in many other sections of the Dominion. MM II II IM*MM ! illlllllll Special Beef Prices FRONT QUARTER OF BEEF cut for the oven 50 Ibs. or over 15 cents per lb. HIND QUARTER OF BEEF cut for the oven 50 Ibs. or over 17 cents per lb. HOMEMADE SAUSAGE BAILEYS We DELIVER FLESHERTON, Ont PHONE Canada First Lest We Forget! '*>*< I i It 1 1 1 1 1 II > 1 1 1 >** I M !' 4 W Rock Mffls Ladies' Aid Mrs. Albert Blackburn was hostess to the Rock Mills Ladies' Aid for th December meeting 'Wednesday afternoon of last week, it being th annual meeting. The hymn "Regcus the Perishing" opened th meeting followed by scripture reading an< prayer. The treasurer's report was presented, showing a balance of $27.19. The Vice-Presidnt, Mrs. D. Clark, was elected as presiding officer for the election of officers, which resulted as follows: President, Mrs. F. B. Keys, by acclamation; Vioe-Presidents, Mrs. Harry Patton and Mrs. Dick Clark; Secretary, Mrs. Wallace Fisher; Asst. Seretary Mrs. Wes Plantt; Treasurer. Mrs. Ned Croft; Flower and Treat Com., Mrs. Blackburn and Mrs. Plantt; Visiting Com., Mrs. J. J. Boyce and Mrs. Akitt; Auditojp, Mr. Akitt and Mr. Clark. The meeting closed by singing two verses of "Count Your Blessings and prayer. MMIMIMMMMMMIMIMM A Timely Suggestion As the pre-holiday season will bring you to town more often, may we suggest that you bring in your cream with you, and there- by benefit by the increase of price over truck cream price's. With regards to Poultry, we are endeav- oring to pay Highest Possible Market Prices at all times, and should there be any change in prices because of demand for the Holiday Season, we will promptly change our prices. Bring in well finished poultry and be assured of highest MARKET PRICES. Flesberton Creamery & Produce Co. Angus Avis, Manager. Phone 66 Christmas Suggestions This Store Offers a Wonderful Selection of Entirely New Seasonable Goods at Very Reasonable Prices Ladies' HAND BAGS New Shapes $1.19 to $1.95 BEDROOM SLIPPERS Big Range of New Styles 59c to $2.50 Ladies' Umbrellas Oiled Silk in Fancy Designs; White and Colors $2.25 Jacquard Bath Towels New Smart Designs 25c to 89c "MEN'S PYJAMAS Broadcloth and Flannelette $1.50 to $2.95 Velvasuede PYJAMAS Non-run; new. colors, one or two-piece style $1.50, $1.95 and $2.50 Aeropacks and Gladstone Bags An Ideal Gift $4.95 to $14.75 Ladies'NIGHT GOWNS Crepe and Velvasuede; white and colors $1.00 to $1.95 WINDBREAKERS Horsehide and Pig Tex Black, Tan and Green $9.50 to $12.50 MEN'S MUFFLERS Reefers and Squares SOc to $1.95 MEN'S NECKWEAR All New Patterns 49c to $1.00 WOOL SWEATERS New Color Combinations $1.95 to $4.50 MEN'S SHIRTS Collar Attached or Separate $1.25 to $2.50 Gift LINGERIE SETS Crepe a nd Velvasuede; White and Colors $1.00 to $1.50 BABIES' WEAR Bonnets Sweaters Booteeg Crib Blankets Mitts Hair Brushes Ladies' Wool Pullovers Big Selection 98c to $3.95 Chenille Bed Spreads Pastel Shades, White Grounds $3.95 to $6.50 HANDKERCHIEFS in Fancy Box I5c tO $1.00 Ladies' CREPE SLIPS White and Tea Rose $1.00, $1.49, $1.95 FANCY APRONS New Patterns 2Sc to 49c MEN'S BELTS All New 75c to $1.00 WOOL SCARVES Khaki, White & Air Poroe Blue $1.50 LADIES' PANTIES WhiU and Tea Rose Silk Crepe 69c Lace Trim 59c and 69c LADIES' HOSIERY Full-Fashioned ; Silk, Silk-Wool 65c to $1.50 Men'sJancy HOSIERY New Designs 39c to $1.00 Men's Lined Kid Gloves Black, Tan, Grey and Green $1.00 to $3.50 Velvet GOLOSHES Fur Trimmed; Black and Brown for Ladies, Girls and Children Ladies' BED JACKETS Lovely Pastel Shades Chiffon $1.95, Chenille $1 LADIES' FOOTWEAR Pumps and Ties $2.25 to $4.50 MEN'S SUSPENDERS Garters or Sleeve Holder* 25c to $1.00 SKI SLACKS Black, Brown and Navy $2.25 to $2.75 Ladies' KID GLOVES Black and Colors $1.50 to $1.95 Mackinaw Coats and Windbreakers Men's and Boys' Sizes Black and Colors Children's Knitted Suite Botany Wool; Smart Color Contracts $1.95 Madeira Pillow Slips Lovely Designs $1.00 to $1.95 Linen Lunch Cloths With Colored Bordejg Some with Napkins 89c to $2.95 SKI CAPS, all colors $1.00 to $1.50 Ladies' SILK SCARFS 49c to $1.95 CHILDREN'S SETTS Rose and Green Coat. Pulloverss and Caps $2.95 Men's Made-to-Measure Suits and Overcoats from $27.50 Men's Ready-to- Wear Suit* and Overcoats, Special $17.95 Toys For The Kiddies Wonderful Assortment of Children's Toy* on Display on our Second Floor JUST WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR China Glassware Tea Setts, Dinner Setts, Berry Setts, Water Setts, Bon Bon Dishes, Bridge Prizes, Goblets, Tumblers. Sherbet Glasses and Fancy Glassware. Christmas Groceries Raisins, Currants, Prunes, Candied Peels and Cherries Icings and Icing- Sugar, Shelled Nuts, Lemons, Dates, Oranges, Grape Fruit, Candy F. H. W. HICKLING