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THE FLESHERTON ADVANCE Wednesday, May 3, 1944 Proton Women's Institute The April meeting of the Proton Station W. I., which is always the annual election of officers, was held at the home of Mrs. Wes Dever. A paper on "Good Neighiborliness" was given by Mrs. Dever and excell- ent Current Events were given by Mrs. Herb Corlbett. Blood donors' !were also isked for, to help our boys who are sacrificing their lives for us. The next clinic in Dundalk is in May. There was an encouraging report, quite an increase on the previous year. A quilt had been made and donated by Jaqueline Sims which certainly deserves mention. Tickets â- v ere sold, which netted ?16.00. TJie lucky ticket bolder was Lorna Ding- wall. The ne^vly-elected officers are: President â€" Mrs. Dave Roddick. 1st Vice Pres. â€" Mrs. Ed. Stinson. Sec.-Treas. â€" Mi-s. Milton Bannon. Sunshine Com.' â€" Mrs. Dever, Mrs. Dingwall, Mrs. Corbett. Branch Director â€" Mrs. Dever. District Director â€" Mrs. Bannon. MAXWELL Mrs. Priestley has returned to her home here, after spending the winter in Owen Sound with her daughter, Mrs. Chester Cameron. Mrs. Camer- on is staying with her mother for a few days. Mr. and Mrs. Jas Guy of Midland visited the past week with his mother, Mrs. Sarah Guy, and Jennie. Mr. Clarence Findlay of Toronto was a visitor at the home of Mr. Geo. Bosa over the week end. Mrs. Alice Nicholls of Toronto sipen-t th£ week end at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Rosl. Mr. Garfield McLeod of Toronto is visiting his parents' this week. . AUCTION SALE POSTPONED GEO. MORRISON has indefinitely postponed his auction sale, which was to have been held on Friday, May 5th. All parties are hereby requested to take notice. PRIGEVILLE Mrs. Ward of Coldwa'-er spent the week end 'vt the home of Mr. Percy Sims. Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Magee and son of Eugenia, Mr. and Mrs. Art Richardson and' family of Swinton Park were Sunday visitors at the â- )me of Mr Alex. Carson. Mr. and Mrs. Brocklebank and son of WaUcerton visited on Sunday with her parents and brother, Wilfi'ed Frook. Deepest sym/pathy is extended to Mrs. R. J. Wilson and family in their time of sorrow. Mr. and Mrs. Hector McLean, Pte. Murray McMillan and wife spent a few days visiting at Fergus. A number from here attended the funeral on Saturday of the late Mr. Dan Muir of Ceylon. Mr. Dick Carson of Atwood spent tlie week end at his home. Miss Almeda Hincks of Toronto is spending a month with her sisters and other relatives. Mrs. T. Nichol has sold her farm to Mr. Thos. Genoe of Ceylon. Rock Mills School Grade 8 â€" Harvey Atkinson 77. Grade 7 â€" loan Betts 75, Don Smith 72, Allan Betts S8. Grade 6 â€" Lawrence Dobson 85, Myrtle Betts 82, Irene Porteous 79, Gordon Helmkay 72. Grade 5 â€" Bobby Betts 81, Shirley Partridge 80, Goldie Atkinson 64. Grade 4 â€" Clayton Porteous 94, Leslie Porteous 84, Redge Dobson 76 Grade 2 â€" Kenny Smith 33, Ethel Betts 85, Murray Betts 80, Florence Wilkinson 60. Grade 1 â€" Lois Hehnfcay 92, Jean- ette Dobson 88, Ivan Betts 69. Numibers are percentages; number on roll 21; av. attendance 20.468; winner of stars for deportment and efficiency: Lawrence Dobson. The beginning of Fascism is the day when a democracy starts to be- lieve that one man is better than Parliament. 4 Carload of BRITISH COLUMBIA SHINGLES to arrive shortly XXXXX No. 1 Shingles $7.68 per square XXXXX No. 3, 8 inche!3 clear, $5.48 per squsure Prices are subject to government subsidy 0. & A. Ce-Operative Company Phone 70 FLESHERTTON I FEVERSHAM (^« '^iSSfSfA 44.13 Thoughts of Spring and paint-mindad peopi* everywhara are "suddenly" aware of the familiar AAar1in-$enou<- U9n (oMtoygh it's there ail the year 'round) because Spring w the usual and accepted time to repaint for fresh' beauly arfd protection! And this sign is a sure sign of an. enduring paint becou^ Martin- Senour is 100% pure I Whenever you see the sign of Mortin-Senour, there will be found the paint of endurance and R>nger lasting beauty. It Is (he sign which in one breath welcomes Spring and the chance to beautify a* well as to do the patriotic job of protecting property I MARTtN-SENOUR lOO'oPURE PAWTVARNISHES- ENAMELS The Red Cross held their dance last Friday night in Robinson's hall, with a good attendance. The pro- ceeds amounted to $35.96 clear. Capt. M. C. Trotier, wife and little son, Bobbie, vi.sited his aunt, Mrs. J. C. Mc.Nichol, OR Tliursday. Cajpt. Trotier has been on the staff of Hal- ifax Military Hospital. Mrs. Howivrd McKee spent a few days last week in Toronto and Ham- ilton, returning home with Mr. Mc- Kee, who spent the weeli end here. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Foz-sythe and family ami Mrs. Rowe of Owen Sound visited on Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. G. Eby. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Brown of Clarksburg called on Mr. and Mrs. Bby on Saturday. Mr. Jas. Izard has taken rooms in the Whiteoak residence and is now residing there. We are sorry to report Mrs. John Edgar ill in bed with an attack of asthma. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Burke of Owen Sound, Miss I>orothy Chrysler and friend. Miss Eileen Shearer, R.N., of Kingston were visitors on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Burke. The house of Mr. C. N. Long, Clerk of Osprey, was burned to the ground on Sunday afternoon, along with most of the contents. The loss will be heavy. Twu other fires might have caused considerable damage in the village. One was at the home of Mr. Jas. Long, when Mr. and Mrs. Long were awakened by smoke late in the night. It was discovered that the floor had caught fire in some way. The fire was easily extinguished, but some damage was done. The other was a grass fire at Miss McFarlane's last Saturday afternoon. A crowd soon gathered and kept the flames from spreading to the buildings. KIMBERLEY EUGENIA At the April meeting of the Wo- man's Association, the members dis- cussed plans for their bazaar, which is being sponsored for December. They would appreciate it very much if all families in the community would make and contribute some articles for the bazaar, or assist in any way to make the affair a success. Hearty congratulations to Mrs. Wm. Hislop, who celebrated her 88th birthday on April 25th. Mrs. Hislop greatly enjoyed the plant she receiv- ed from the Woman's Association, and extends thanks to all who sent her treats, cards, etc., to commem- orate the day. Tpr. Geo. Stewart has returned to Camp Borden, after being on fur- lough at his home here. We extend congratulations to Gayle Genoe, Alice Tudor, Eleanor Proctor, Rutb Stewart and Lewis MEachern, Grade 8 pupils in Eugenia school, who have passed their te.sts and are out on farm leave, also to Joyce Genoe, Form 2 pupil in Flesh- erton High School, who also goes out on farm leave. Tpr. Gordon Steiwart of the Mili- tary Police, Toronto, spent the week end at his parental home. Congratulations to Bert Mcintosh, who received, first prize and to Mr. Ernie Proctor, who received second pize in the Slater fishing contest for men, and also to Master Bill Magee, 8th line, who received first prize in contest for boys, which was a fine bicycle. Miss Margaret McMillan of the G. & M. Hospital, Owen Sound, vis- ited at her parental home Sunday.' Misses Mairy and Isabelle McKee and Mr. McCarthy of Toronto were week end visitors at the formers' parental hom^. Miss Gladys Duckett of Toi-onto was a visitor over the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Duckett. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. McDonald of Weston spent the week end with the Cairns families here. Congratulations to Mrs. Martins Sunday School class of young people, Eleanor Proctor, Alice and Annie Tudor, .Marge Martin, Marie Phillips, Joyce and Gayle Genoe, Ruth Stew- art and Dennis Camipbell, who wi-ote tests on the first quarter Sunday School lessons. The percentages rang- ed from 66 to S6 percent, pass marks were 50. This test was also given to Ruth Graham and Eleanor Mc- Mullen in Mrs. Martin's school. These pupils received over 80 percent and we extend congratulations to them. Mr. Edgrar Dobson had the mis- fortune to -break a couple of ribs while plowing one day last week. We wish him a speedy recovery. Miss M. Bussy spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Weber. Mrs T. Soul is visiting friends at Coe Hill. MBS(. G. Wiley returned to her home in Hamilton, taking her little niece, Evelyn Gibson, with her for a holiday. Mrs. S. Dobson visited Saturday with Mr and Mrs. J. Gibson. The W. I. met at the home of Mrs. E. Morwod on Thursday afternoon, when 1-5 were present. .After small items of monthly business were dis- posed of, the annual report was giv- en and election of officers conducted by Mrs D. A. Graham. Officers for next year are: President, Mrs. R. Ellis; Vice-Pres., Mrs. T. Ferguson; Secretaiy-Treas., Mrs. L. Morwood; Dist. Representative, Mrs. E. Mor- wood. Mrs. W. R. Buchanan gave an interesting and instructive report of the recent Red Cross convention in Toronto, bringing out many new projects to be taken up, and use made of materials in most every home, not yet thought of. Mrs. E. Weber gave an excellent paper on .Agriculture and Canadian Industries. Mr. Ole Pearson and Mr. Sydney Farstrum of Kenora visited Mrs. S. S. Burritt and family on Tuesday. Sydney has just completed his sec- ond year at Toronto University and reports to the Navy at once. He won a scholarship to enter and was a scholarship winner last year. Mr. J. Gaylor of Oshawa is visit- ing Mrs. J. Lawrence and other Kimiberley friends. Messrs. W. R. Buchanan and Robt. Chard attended Presibytery in Owen Sound on Tues^y. Guard Ezra Fawcett visited friends here. Mrs. Lloyd Myles was the guest for the week of Miss Gail Myles and Mr. Garnet Baker. Miss Edith Camack is home, after an extended visit with Mr. and Mrs. C. Camack. We are pleased *-o have Sf.'r. Jas. Kirkpa trick home from the hospital, after his recent operation. A wedding of interest to E'.imber- ley friends took place on April 22nd, in Collingwood, when Miss Alma Wickens, daughter of Mr. Fred Wickens, and the late Mrs. Wickens, of Kimiberley was united in marriage to Mr. David Patterson of Colling- wood. They will reside in Colling- wood. Rev. Dr. Thompson, returned from China, is spending this week on the Kimberley circuit. The services on Sunday were very fine. i t I J I I i ♦ t r Y ? ? :? Priceville General Store I PRINTS, BROADCLOTHS At the moment, we have a nice stock of Prints at various prices. Broadcloths, in white, pink, blue, red; White Pique, White Linene, Chintz, etc SHEETS and SHEETING And we can supply Hemstitched Sheets in 8!4x86 in. and 914x86 in. Bleached Sheeting in 8 4 and 9|4 attractively priced; also Hemstitched Pillow Cases to match. A.B.C. Ticking. MEN'S and BOYS' WORK CLOTHING Carhartt Overalls, Work Shirts, in several cloths; Fine Shirts, Braces, Balbriggan Underwear. WORK and INE SHOES Greb Work Shoes for Men and Boys. Men's Calf Oxfords; Boys' Calf Oxfords, and Health Shoes for Misses and Children. FRESH GROCERIES at All Times Just to remind you that our Grocery Stock is as complete as conditions permit. WE SOLICIT YOUR PATRONAGE AND PROMOiSE YOU COURTEOUS TREATMENT. Fred G. Karstedt General Mercshant PRICEVILLE, Ont. 5* and Miss Leone Johnston, Springhill, is also assisting in this home. Mr. Les. Batchelor returned last Tuesday evening to his home here, after having been employed at Pre*. ton during the winter months. Mr. and Mrs. Waller, Mrs. Jas. Bannon and baby son. Tommy, of Toronto spent the week end with Mr. and Mrs. Milton Bannon. Mrs. Ban- non and son plan to go by air on Monday, May 8th, to join her hus- band, who is stationed with the R.C. .4.F. at Vancouver, B.C. You should never criticize youi betters â€" nor your landlord. Greatness after all, in spito of Ita name, ap^pears to be nc' so :aiich a certain size ;.s a cei^in quantity !a human lives. It may be present in lives whose range is very small. â€" Phillips Brooks. NEGLECT CAN STEAL YOUR BUSINESS VICTORIA CORNERS Mr. Wm. J. Batchelor made a bus- iness trip to Oshawa one day last week. Mrs. Wm. Ludlow is professionally assisting at the George Moore home. Mrs. Walter Acheson has been with her daughter during the past week. e No bnsiness can afford to face risks which shoold be covered by insur- auce. Let us analyse yonr needs, explain how insurance can protect your business from loss in many ways and arrange plan* ned Pilot policies to cover all eventualities. We write Pilot Insmance to cover sel- ected risics in Automobile, Fire, Personal Property Floater, Burglary, Cargo, Eleva- tor, Teams, Plate Glass, General and Pub- lic Liability, Fidelity and Surety Bonds. H. W. KERNAHAN Fle,sherton Representing liJirhimiiiMi Shopping bee when war ends' â€" says banker. Should be a honey. Branihford, Gue'^ih and other mun- icipalities are putting up an awful sqwak because the R. C. A. F. is clo- siT^g down some training centres. The unnecesary spendimg of taxpayers' money apparently moans little to them. It does seem too bad that the war can't last forever so so"i" can pick up easy dollars. Is patriotism only to be measured in terms of profits and good business? ^ »? W/i«f do roll expect out of a can of Paint ? First of all you expect colour, fast colour. Then you oXpcft a paint that is smootli, goes on easily. Then you expect coverage and hiding capacity. Most of all you expect wear, something that will stand up against hard use if inside, and if outside, to resist gun. wind and all kinds of weather. When you buy a »Sherwin-WilliaDi6 Paint, Varnish or Enanitl you get all these things. You get what you pay for. You get products of quality that will serve you well, paint products that are worth every penny that you pay! Look fur the store that ttisplays the famous "cover the earth" trade mark. There you will find a merchant who knows paint and who will furnish you with liic best product for your purpoee â€" paints that will give you real eatit- faction. .'Vnd he will be glad to lend you the beautiful Style Guide, a large voluice filled with many fullK:olour suggestions for decorating inside and out. SherwinWiluams Paints CONSULT YOUR LOCAL SHERWIN-WILLIAMS DEALER 44-3tW