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• « t 4 * 4 4 « 4 4 « 4 « « 4 4 < « « « « 4 4 4- 1^?M 2 "if « 4 4 4 3 4 •» « 4 « 4 4 4 4 4 « t 4 * 4 « « 4- 4 4 4 r f 4 4 « « 3 41 41 « ®hje /1^0i)^t:iM ^^jrttmii;^* VOL. 65; NO. 49 FLESHERTON. ONT., WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 1946 W. H. Thurston & Son. PuWishcri Dr. Sherman Piper To Practice In Clarksburg Dr. Sherman Piper of the Christie Street Hospital staff, Toronto, at present, has agreed to come to Clarkfeburg and commence a medical practice in this community. Dr. Piiper, who comes highly recommend- ed, was in Clarksburg on Saturday â- with his father and completed the residential deal by which he acquires the fine home and lot off Miss Con- stance Alexander on Mar^h Street. Dr. Piper receives possession June 1. â€" Thornibui^ Review-Her«ld. Friends in Flesherton and Ceylon districts will be pleased to know thai; Sherman is now launched on his medical career. He has spent the past two years in various military camps in Canada with the R.CA.M. C, and has latterly been at Christie Street hospital in Toronto. Sherman is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Piper of Ceylon and is a grad- uate of Flesherton High School. POTATO STORAGE In determining the size of storage space required to store a given quan- tity of potatos, the estimate may be based on forty pounds of potatoes (tubers) per cubic foot of storage space. On this basis, a bin 10 by 10 feet square filled to a depth of ^ix feet would hold 400 bushels. Future Events Watch for the sipecial bills of the Monster Dance in Fleteherton, May 23rd, sponsored by the Flesherton Sports Club. A pie will be given away free as lucky dbor prize. SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE Enjoy yourself at the Saturday night dance in Fraternal Hall, Flesh- erton to the Golden West Mountain- eers' orchestra- FLESHERTON AMATEUR SHOW Rusfeell Hill and his seected ama- teurs will be In the town hall, Flesh- erton on Friday night. May 17th. Full 2-hour program- Two classes, 12 and under, 12 and over. Dance in Fraternal Hall following concert, to music by Golden West Mountaineers. Come and enjoy a fine evening's entertainment. We can supply Bulova, Elco, Tissot * and Tavannes { 1 1 Watches "BLUEBIRD" snd ! "BRIDAL WREATH" RINGS ; SILVERWARE E. I. HOLLEY ; DUNDALK, ONT. ************************* Results of Easter Exams Flesherton High School WINTER TERM Individual reports have been dis- tributed to pupils. The following list indicates the order of standing and percentages received: Grade 13 â€" E. McTavish 69.4, J. Cox 64.7, M. Smith 64.7, R. Avis 63.2, H. Fenwicic 59.7, D. Falconer 39 Gmde 12 â€" W. Lawler 85.3, J. Haste 84.7, L. Sparks 84. V. Loucks 75.3, E. Williams 71.4, L. Kirkpat- rick 71, N. McWilliam 70, D. McLeod 62, B. Tucker 61. J. Genoe 55.9, M. Chard 53.7, M. Martin 47.4. Grade 11 â€" B. Marshall 87.1, E. Meads 74.1, B. Walkei- 70. E. Stewart 68.3, S. M'.-Cracken 67.7, M. Stauffer 66.7, D. Aberdein 64.3, Bruce Thurs- ton 57.3, B. Hincks 53.7. L. Mc- Kechnie 43.9. Grade 10â€" D, McGee 799, L. Stev- ens 79.3, J. Turney 76.9, Barry Thurston 76.1, J. Milne 75.3, E. Campbell 75, E. Sparks 72.7, I. Phil- liipte 68.1, B. Benson 67.4, F. Adams 64.7, P. McMullen 64.4. H. Nichol 63.7, R. MacDougall 63.6. B. Pickles 566, E. Proctor 556, M. Staiford 55. H. Atkinson 50, R- Turney 42.5, D. Banks 33.6. Grade 9â€" D. Kennedy 84, M. Allen 78. M. Russell 72.5, R. Smith 72.3, G. Genoe 71, W. Williams 65, L. Doib- son 64.5, E. Aberdein 64.3, I. Betts i53.8, R. Falconer 63-3, J. Tucker •33.1, D. Campbell 62. I. Porteous .yj.l. M. Shaw 59. C. Plester 58, B. Richard'son 57. D. Smith 55. M. Mac- Lachlan 54, K. McKechnie 52, J. Turvey 51, D. McTavish 46. Youth Banquet At Feversham Friday Last An interdenominationial young people's banquet, sponsored by the chcurches supporting the Feversham Youth for Chri'st rallies, was attend- ed' by nearly ffi!ty representatives on Fridiay night in Robinson's hell. Following a sumptuous meal an enthusiastic sing-song was led by F- B. Keys, wfEh Chas. Lee at the piano. Mr. !H. K. Leary, president, conduct- ed the bu'siness and officers to rep- resent young people, were elected. Bom STEWiARTâ€" At Mrs. Nuhn's Nur- sing Home, Flesherton, on Thursday. May Snd, 1946, to Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Stewart, Hopeville, a son, James Meneal. DOUIOLASâ€" At Mrt. Nuhn's Nui> sing Home, Flesherton. on Monday. May 6th, 1946, to Mr. and Mrs. Wes- ley J. Douglas of Mclntyre, a son, William Wesley. In Memoriam MOFFAT â€" In loving memory of William G. Moffat, who passed away May 9th, 1946. â€" Ewer remembered by John, Gert- rude and Mina, and hi% grandchildren MOTHER'S DAY SUNDAY, MAY 12 Wherever she is, send Flowers- order from Wi. A. HAWKEN Phone 17 Flesherton RALLY I I i t t X OF MEMBERS AND ADHERENTS OF Cedarside and Rock MiPs Baptist Chucches to hear Rev. Norman Dabbs, B.A., B.Th., of Bolivia at ROCK MILLS CHURCH THURSDAY, MAY 2, 8:30 p-m., D. S. Time Those wishing tranipsortation will meet at Cedarside church at 8 p. VISPrORS WOHLOOME This Sunday, Services at Regular Hours, FAST TIME ! Stan Menzies Joins Geo. Sled In Partnership (By Fevei'sham Reporter) A business change took place in the village last week when Mr. Stanley Menzies. formerly of the Wareham district, joined partnership with Mr. George Sled, who has opeir- ated the local garage for several years. Mr. Menzie's has had consid- erable garage experience and is an e.xpert mechanic, having worked in Flesherton Ford g'ai'age for a num- ber of years. For the past couple of years he has been employed a.s an a'ssistant operator in the Hydro power house at Eugenia. Mr. and Mrs. Menzies and little son have â- taken up i-esidence in the former E. Hawton residence. Mrs. Menziefe was the former Delsa Kaitting, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kaitting of Flesherton," former resi- dents of Feversham. WORTHY GRAND MATRON AT OWEN SOUND CHAPTER A numiber from Grey Chapter No. 170, O-E.S., attended a banquet in Owen Sound on Wednesday last in honor of Mrs. Doll's Wanless, Worthy Gi-and Matron of the Grand Cahpter of Ontario, Order of the Eastern Star. Among those who attended were: Mrs. Dick Clark, WM. of Grey Chapter, Mrs. N. Scarrow. Mrs. W. A. Hawken. Mrs. Wm. Walker. Mrs- R. Hutchinson. F. HoUingshead Home Destroyed At Feversham (By Feversham Reporter) The fine bricli residence of ill'. Fred HoUingshead, on the 10th line, Osprey, was totally destroyed by fire on Saturday morning last, together with most of the content's. The loss is estimated to be over $2,500. It is believed that the blaze originated from a sparli from the chimney on the dry roof and, fanned by a strong wind, was soon out of control shortly after being discovered. Excavated For Houses Mes'srs. John Brackenbui-y and W. A. Morton excavated the cellars for their new residences which they are erecting this summer. Mr. Brack- enbury''s new residence will be on Hie west side of Sydenham 'street, immediately north of the bridge, and Mr. Morton's will be on the east side of Toronto street on the lot he pur- chased several years ago. 147th Battalion Dinner League Softball Games Two games have been played in the South Grey Softball League. Vandeleur defeated Fle'sherton last week 20-17 and Tuesday evening of this week Rock Mills \valked away with their game against Feversham. The first game in the town soft- ball league was played Monday between Hill and Park, the former winning a free-hitting contest 22-21. WILL OPEN ELECRICAL SHOP Mr. Ray Richards returned home on Friday, after completing his elec- trical course in Toronto. He plans to open an electrical shop in the re- cently vacated post office building, in partnership with his brother, J. A- Richards, and F. L. Gorrell. in Memoriam PARTRIDGE â€" In loving memory of our mother, Mary Elizabeth Part- ridge, who passed away May 7, 1942. Years of striving, little of play, Loving and giving the whole of the way. A cheerful 'smile, a heart of gold, The dearest mother a world could hold, Happy memories, found and true, lom those who thoug?.t the wori... of you. Loved in life, she liveth yet In the hearts of those who will never forget. â€" Ever remembered by Her Family The members of Toronto branch of the 147th Battalion Assoc, MW hold their -annual dinner and ladies' night in Fort York Armories, Toron- to, on Saturday -evening. May 18th, at 7 o'clock. The committee in charge have planned an excellent progr'am and will be particularly glad to wel- come friends from Grey County. Ticliets ($1.50 each) may be procur- ed from S. J. Egerton at the armor- ies previous to the banquet. All ex- service personnel from Grey County who have sei-ved in any branch of tihe Armed Forces are invited. 'Happy Helpers' Gave Concert In Church Recently the "Happy Helpers" group of the C-G-I.T. held an open meeting in the basement of the church, to which everyone was in- vited. The girls prepared an excell- ent pi'ogram. including piano solos, piano duet, two-part 'songs, a puppet show and '•>â-  "Mellerdramer" Every member had a part and they were assisted by one of the senior group, the progi'am 'asting an hour. -Five of the mothers were present and five other adults, also Marion Stuart. Other girls and boy's showed their interest by gazing through the win- dows and did not make the Happy Helpers happy by their disturbances. Local Residents In Wreck On C.P.R. At Orangeville Four ca-i-'s of the Thursday even- ing CP.R. train to Toronto, were de- I'ailed three miles south of Orange- ville, after the engine had gone over a siplit rail. The cars did not turn over, but reclined on a rakish angle on the road bed. Mr. and Mrs. Al. Du.xter of the Park 'Hotel were on the train on their way to Windsor to attend a wedding- We understand that Mrs. Duxter suffered bruifees. Flesherton W. I. Meeting The Fle'sherton Women's Institute met at the home of Mrs. E- Fishev Wednesday afternoon of last week. .\ft6r the usual opening exercises the roll call wa's answered by 20 ladies with the payment of dues. Mrs. J. McDonald and Mrs. Hass provided a splendii; program, consisting of contest.-:, readings and a tolo by Mi-s. Frank Teeter and Mrs. Hamil- ton. SJu.sic was supplied by Mi-s- M- McFadden with the mandolin. A tag day for the blind was supervi'sed by Mrs. F. Taylor and Mrs. Hutchinson, Mrs. F. Taylor and Mrs. Hutchinson, and resulted in $31.50 being collect- ed. Mi-s. A- Alexander returned a large parcel of knitting for the Sal- vation Anny. also a number of dress, es made by the member^- This bale will be packed in the near future- The officers for the ensuing year are: Preident, Mrs. E. Fisher; 1st Vice-President. Mrs. 0. W. Phillips; 2nd Vice-Pres.. Mrs- J- McDonald; Sec.-Treals., Mrs. E. Dargavel; Dist. Director. Mrs. E. Betts. The June meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. O. W. Phillips. Visitors welcome. Schedule of South Grey Softball League Games The following- schedule of gamM was drawn up at an executive meet* ing of the South Grey SoftbalJ League on Friday evening: May 3 â€" Vandeleur at Flesherton. Umpires from Rock Mills May 7 â€" Feversham at Rock Mills- Umpires from Flesherton. May 10 â€" Flesherton at Dundalk. Umpirete from Vandelenr. May 14 â€" Vandeleur at Feversham. Umpires from Rock Mills. .May 17 â€" Rock Mills at Flesherton. Umpires from Feversham. May 21 â€" Dundalk at Vandeleur. Umpires from Flesherton. May 24 â€" Fevei-feham at Fles-herton. Umpires from Dundalk. May 28 â€" Rock Mills at Dundalk. Umpires from Feversham. May 31 â€" Fevei-'sham at Vandeleur. Umpires from Rock Mills. June 4 â€" Flesherton at Rock Milla. Umpires from Feveraham. June 7 â€" Dundalk at Feversham. Umpired from Vandeleur. June 11 â€" Vandeleur at Rock Mills. Umpires from Dundalk. June 14 â€" Flesherton at Fevershaai. Umpires from DundaBb June 18 â€" Rock Mills at Vandeleur. Umpires from Dundalk. June 21 â€" Feversham at Dundalk. Umpires from Flesherton. June 25 â€" Dundalk at Fle."5hert«n. Umpire's from Vandeleur. June 2S â€" Flesherton at Vandeleur. Umpires from Feversham. July 2 â€" Rock Millfe at Fevei-s-ham. Umpires from Flesherton. July 5 â€" Vandeleur at Dundalk. Umpires from Rock Milkk July 9 â€" Dundslk at Rock Mills. Umpired from Vandeleur. Mav 3 â€" Vanleueur at Feisherton. HENRY â€" MURCAR In Memorieun PEDLER â€" A tribute to the mem- ory of our dear mother, Mrs. John Pedler. who pasteed away one year fZo, May 13th, 1945. Peacefully sleeping, resting at last. The world's weary troubles and trials are past; In silence she 'suffered, in patience she bore, 'Till God culled her home to suffer no more. â€" .Sadly missed and always re-m- emibered by Her Family- We never though we'd live to see the day when everybody was frantic- ally searching for a gold brick- Butter! Engagement Mr. and Mrs. Bert Magee, Eugenia, wish to announce the engagement of their third eldest daughter, Lillian Annetta. to Mr. William Lawson White, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. White of Proton, the marriage to take place quietly the middle of May. United Church Notes CENTRAL LOCATION Our convenient location is readily accessible by the city's leading auto- mobile and street car thoroughfares. BatiS'^ird Maddocki fUNfRAL CHAPEL -424 Avenue Rd. K14.J44 For the summer months the hours of service at the four stations of the Flesherton circuit are to be; Flesh- erton 11 a.m., Inietioge and Proton 3 p.m. Standard Time; Eugenia 7 p.m. Standard Time. Next Sunday is Mother's Day. Should not every one honor his mother by observing the day in wor- shiping the God his mother worship- ped? In preparation for it, the junior choir ite asked to meet for. another practice in the choir loft on Saturday at 1.30. The Spsiug Thankoffering meeting jf the W-M.S. will be held Friday of next week. May 17th. The guest speaker will be Mrs. Godfrey Gale, wife of Dr. Godfrey Gale, Pi-ofessor nf Surgei-y in Cheeloo Medical School china. Dr. and Mrs. Gale and their little girl spent four years i:'- a J:!"- anese internment camip. This meet- ins' i's open to all ladies who would csre to attend. The ni-onthly meeting for prayer I'ld Bible study will be held -at the icirs cf Mv. John MaeMillan, Thurs- iiy evening at eight o'clock- Subject: Revelation: 19. Card of Thanks I wish wish to thank my- many friends, relations and neighbors for all their kindness and for fruit, cardte and flowers while in Markdale hos- pital and since my return home. â€" Mrs- Joseph Duncan- Card of Thanks I wish to express my appreciation to St- JohnV United Church Ladles' -Aid, Flesherton Women's Institute ?nd the Welfare Leaarue for parcels and cigarettes sent to me while I was oversea-^- They w?re greatly appreciated. â€" We.s McCracken. A wedding of much intere'st was solemnized in Erskine Preslbyterian Church. Dundalk, at -1 o'clock on Saturday. May 4th. when Dorothy Helen Murcar, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ghas. Murcar, Dundalk, was united in marriage to William George "Bill" Henry, elder son of Mrs- G. E. Henry and the late Mr- Henry of Flesherton. Rev. Mills of Waterloo officiated. The bride, given in marriage by ' er father, wals gowned in a floor- length ivory slipper satin wedding dress. The basque bodice pannelled with insets of sherring wafe accented by a sweetheart neckline, and the full skirt extended into a slight train. Her long veil fell from a headdress of braided satin and helo in place by tiny satin ix)!sebuds. She wore white kid sandals and around her neck wore pearls. Her bouquet was of deeip red roses and baby's breath. .-Vs Matron-of-Honor Mis's Lucille Badg'ley of Detroit, cousin of the bride, was in pink marquersette ovsi taffeta, with a matching headdress, and carried pink i-oses and white carnations with jiink otetrich trim. Miss Shirley Murcar of Toronto was her sister's bridesmaid, and wore turquoise taffeta with matching headdres's and carried red roses and white carnations with blue ostrich trim. The flower girl was Karen Carr of Palmerston, cousin of the bride and she looked pretty in a pale blue ma«|Uer&ette over pink with a nosegay of sweet pea's and whitt i'ii??ie>- The groom's gift to the bride was a gold wrist watch. Mrs. Mc.-Mi'ster of Dundalk was at the organ and played softly through- out the ceremony. Mr- Ken Henry of Flesherton was groomsman for his brother, and tW ushers were Jack Kennedy of Toron- to and Bob Murcar. For receiving the guests, the bride'.s mother wore a grey silk jersey costume with fuchsia hat and a corsage of wine-colored roses while the groom's mother chose a navy blue crepe with white hat ami corsage of pink rosete. For travelling, the bride donned a garden rose suit with darker shade top- cont and b>ck accpssorip=. After the honeymoon to Buffalo and London, the bride and groom will rrsidc in Dun'lTlk. Baptist Church Notes MOTHER'S DAY People everywhere honor their mothers by church attendance this Sunday, the "Family Day" of tiM year. Service's in the Baptist churches will feature a ''moment oC memory" as a tribute to the mothers of those present who have been loved â- 'and lost awhile." Appropriate sub- jects and music will be offered. HOUR OF SERVICE Rock Mills feeiTvices will be held henceforth at the folio-wing hours: Sunday School 2:30 p.m., church service 3:30 p.m>. Fast Time, com- mencing this Sunday. WOMEN'S MISSION OIRC'LE Rock Mills Mission Circle will hold its regular meeting at the home of Mrs. Lewi's Fisher. Tuesday, May 14, at '2 p.m. fast time. The election of officers will take place. Pluti tJ attend. It i's often a great boon to a man to have been born on a farm and moved to the city while he was still young- (OUPON DUE DATES ('i;.r,)o;iti now valid are sugar- nreserve? SI to Sl2. butter Rl t.o R7, mcp M2ri tn ViZiS. Tlie next butter coupon becomes valid May 16. * Don^ let one dis«*tron« fir* wly* out the reanlu of yean of labour. Let us Mody yonr property, i the protection yoa need, and • PUot Intnranca Poliey to gIfV yon adequate protection. 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