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-N ®l)je /ksl)^rltf tt AWance. VOL. 59; NO. 9 FLESHERTON, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2, 1939 W. H. THURSTON & SON. Proprietor* Inspection of Cattle In Grey Starts Soon It was announced on Saturday by W. P. Trelford, M.P. for North Grey that the Department of Agriculture was sendmgr a number of inspectors into Grey immediately to commence the task of making Grey County a restricted area in regard to cattle, which means free from tubercular infection. It is expected that work will begin in Normanby township in the southern part of the county and in Collingrwood township in the north- ern part. When the vote on the restricted area was taken some time ago Proton was the only township in Grey that did not favor the idea, but it, also, will be included in the inspec- tion. It is expected that about fifteen inspectors will be required for the task, which will take six months or longer to complete. It is estimated that there are about 125,000 cattle in the county to be inspected. Peter CoDsley Dies In His92Bd Year After a short illness Mr. Peter Consley passed away at his home at Proton Station on July 27th, 1939, in his 92nd year. Mr. Consley was born of French parents at Point Levis, Quebec, and came to Ontario when a young man. He was one of the pioneer lumbermen of this district, working in the woods and sawmills for Neilson Bros, dur- ing the latter part of the nineteenth century and until the sawmills were not used at this place. Mr. Consley was married to Eliza- beth A. Wells fifty-four years ago. Four daughters were born to them Mary (Mrs. Wilson) Alice (Mrs. Eddy), Ethel (Mrs. Pringle) all of Toronto, and Miss Edith at home. There are three grandchildren Muriel, Wilson, Murray and Velma Pringle. After a short service at the home on July 29th, the body was conveyed to the Pilgrim Holiness Chapel, of which the deceased was a member. A funeral service was conducted by the pastor. Rev. H. Shaw, who gave a comforting message to the mourners and a word of exhortation to those assembled, from his text found in 1st Chronicles 29: 15, "Our days on the earth are as a shadow and there is none abiding." A duet "The Beau- tiful Land," was sung very sweetly by Mrs. Shaw and Miss Gertrude Irish Interment was made in Flesherton cemetery. The pallbearers were Messrs. S. Sherson, R. Acheson, N. McCannell, C. Lyons, A. Sherson and J. Dover. Beautiful flowers, which were much appreciated by the family. Were carr- ied by L. Lyons, S. McMillan, C. Hodgin and D. Watson. Some of the relatives and other friends from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kindle, Mr. and Mrs. Mc- Kenzie and Miss Love of Collingwood. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Wells, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wells of Hanover, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Riddell, Mr. and Mrs. W. K. Sedwick and Mrs. C. Love of T'-ronto. MEMORIES GROW DIM In regard to parsons coming back to then- native home for the first time in fifty years, the Durham Chronicle has the following to say: We read this week in one of our exchanges the story of a man who returned to his native heath after an absence of fifty-one years. We hope k» has enjoyed his visit, but fail to see that it would parti««iiMiiy inter- est him after such a lapse of time. There would be few of his boyhood companions left, and his time would more than likely be spent in explain- ing who he was. Even then, unless a man was upwards of seventy years of age, he would know little of these early associates. When people fail to revisit the old home town for half a century, we cannot understand why they should care to come back at all. Such a re- union would be one of sadness rather than joy and merely impresses more fully on the mind that time is slipp- ing by and "it won't be long now" before we, too, shall be called for the Great Adventure. Visit your friends NOW. Look them up when both of you can enjoy the meeting. No use letting half a century roll by. FREAK ACCIDENT WRECKS KINCARDINE AUTOMOBILE A strange accident occurred near Underwood, Ont., when a heavy truck owned by Jim McCullough of Allen- ford passed a sedan driven by Sher- man Farley of Kincardine. One of the heavy dual wheels on the rear of the truck flew off and struck the sedan. The car turned over and was badly wrecked, but fortunately no one was injured. FREE DANCE AND AMAT?:UR CONCERT SATURDAY NIGHT Do not forget the Flesherton Old Bys' and Girls' free dance Saturday evening, August 5th. Contest open to all. Forward entries to Mr. H. A. McCauley at once. Feversham Reunion Feversham is holding aa old boys and girls reunion on Monday next, Augrust 7th, when a large number of the old residents are expected home for the big day. An excellent pro- gram has been mapped out and a good time is assured to all. The old boys and girls will commence to come home On Saturday and when everybody is there the next day the opening of the reunion will be i» the form of a Sun- day church service in the agricultural hall. The local preachers will be assisted by Commander Jas. Poole of Toronto, Salvation Army officer. The festivities will commence Mon- day when a calithumpian parade will be held, which always causes plenty of merriment. A special event will be the introduction to the gathering of the old residents. This is quite a different proceeding at one of these affairs and is warmly applauded. For sports a Softball game will be played ttetween Mclntyre and Feversham, the winner to play a picked team from the old boys from Toronto, and the latter claim they will not be on the short end of the score either. In the evening a concert will be given by local talent, followed by a dance with music supplied by a Shelburne orch- estra. Everything is as free as the air for all events, except the dance. NHW CRUISE TO LAKE HURON For the first timeâ€" a Georgian Bay 185-mile cruise includes two hours on Lake Huronâ€" Friday, Aug. Hth. C.P. R. liner Assiniboia leaves Owen Sound 9 a.m., returns $9.30 P-m. Fare $2, child $1. Secure tickets eariy from Daily Sun-Times, Owen Sound. ♦ ♦ ♦♦i f »>> >»»l *•* * »» * > * ****' l I I > > * * * I 1 1 I » *' " 1 1 H > Funeral Chapel DIGNIFIED AND SYMPATHETIC PERSONAL SERVICE Whethei YOU PAY LESS THAN $100.00 For Complete Funeral % r More NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR THE USE OP OUR CHAPEL BATES &'MADDOCKS 124 Avenue Road, TORONTO Night or Day 'Phone KIngsdale 4344-S466 Karl Knechted Choice Of Conservatives For Local Riding Karl Knechtel of Hanover was the choice of the Conservative convention at Hanover Friday night to carry their standard in the forthcoming Federal election for the constituency of Grey-Bruce. The balloting found Knechtel being opposed by Austin Ball, Reeve of Hanover, and Robert Brigham of the same place, a former reeve. Others named were Messrs. Jos. Bryans of Sullivan, Henry B. Brunt of Hanover, W. G. McBride of Priceville and Rev. M. H. Farr of Hanover. The convention was one of the largest the Conservative party has ever held in Grey-Bruce, and is evi- dence of the interest in the coming election. Mr. Knechtel is making his first venture into the field of polities. He is manager of the Knechtel Furniture Company of Hanover and is well and favorably known in that district. The guest speaker for the occasion was Gordon Graydon, Conservative M. P. for Peel, who gave a rousing ad- dress, touching on many points on the ' political situation today. The election of officers of the Con- servative Association in Grey-Bruce resulted as follows: President, Austin Ball, Hanover; 1st Vice President, R«v. M. H. H. Farr, Durham; 2nd Vice President, E. B. Caldwell, Ches- ley; secretary, Wm. Brunt, Durham; treasurer, F. D. Sawyer, Markdale; auditors. Prank Irwin and A. Bell of Durham. Everything Set For Big lime Monday Throughout the past decade the Flesherton Did Boys' and Girls' Re- union has progressively grown in pop- ularity untit it has become an event of more than passing interest for those who enjoy residence in the old Town, as well as for those less fortunate ones who have to toil and labor else- where. The occasion not only affords a tangible expression of the homing instinct that is always strong in the human make-up but permits an op- portunity for unashamed confession of regret for ever having strayed from the old familiar haunts. The ^reunion, which has just naturally developed into an annual affair, affords to all the opportunity of welcoming the prodigals home, and for trotting out the fatted calf, which is carefully returned to the stable again for the next occasion. To suitably ofiserve the occasion, a pleasing program of sporting events has invariably been arranged for the entertainment of young and old alike, and the continued success of this annual event is due not only to the loyalty of those erstwhile residents who return for the day, and the local residents who generously co-operate, but also to the loyal support of the citizens of the surrounding vicinity, whose presence on the occasion is wamly appreciated by everybody in- terested in the success of the occasion. Prom well authenticated sources we understand there is presently a war over in China and other avenues of information suggest there is a world's fair, or something of the sort, down in New York, figuratively depicting the 'World of Tomorrow.' But these events pale into insignificance when we contemplate what is being ar- ranged in Flesherton, for Monday, August 7th. Once again, the Old Boys' and Girls' Association is offer- ing what promises to be an outstand- ing program of pleasurable events that will leave a lingering regret in the memory of those woh fail to attend. By every yaixl stick of measurement, the program arranged will eclipse anything that is being planned elsewhere, so it is hoped that this urfqualified assertion will dispel from the minds of all and sundry, any doubts as to where Civic Holiday should be celebrated. As the programs suggest, the initial events of the day are centred around the old familiar Mill Pond, and the anticipated crowd will be comparable only to the masses that congregate along the banks of the Holy Ganges at Pilgrimage time. This year the event will be even more interesting than last year, with sensational div- ing, ornamental swimming, and a Dog Derby. The pond will be full of Mer- maids, water nymphs, sea fleas, splash and crawl artists, and a few local canines for good measure, so bring along your rain eont and gpt in the front line. Should you happen Shingling At Night A new departure for this district came to light last week when J«hn O'Neil and son of Glenelg used an electric light in order that they could lay the metal shingles after dark. Thursday was a hot day and the men decided that work was not for them that afternoon (and who could blame them?). But in order to have the job completed they rigged up an extension cord from the inside of Mr. Norman Hostrawser's bam, which they ,\vr shingling with metal,, took the cora up through the roof where the light from a 150 watt bulb would shine on the "just" and allow them to finish their work. The electric line to the South Line was installed last fall and this is only one instance where the farmers are wondering how they did without electric light and power for so long. Keen Competition For Big Money Prizes First Vote Petriod Gives Greatest Value to Each Subscrip- tion â€" Field Wide Open to Aggressive Campaign Work- ers â€" Friends Rally to Support Their Favorite Candidates in The Campaign to fall in, console yourself with the knowledge that you'll be fished out somewhere along the mill raco. Community effort has found a new- avenue of expresssion in fixing up the newly-acquired property adjacent to the pond, and this recent addition to the local park property is one in which the citizenry may feel a well-' justified pride. If our genial bank manager, on balancing the day's ac- counts, can eliminate red ink from the ledger, it is planned to utilize what- ever profit exists, to effect permanent improvements, and generally beautify this piece of property. In the afternoon at 1.30, softball games at Agricultural Park should provide real entertainment. Two crack ladies' teams from Toronto will dem- onstrate the high degree of skill that the girls have attained in this sport. Immediately following is a game of tmique interest, when the stars of the Badjeros League hook up with the men's senior 'Kik' team of Toronto. We of the broad open spaces believe that the graduates of the country cow pastures are superior to their city cousins, and if the Badjjferos All- Stars fail to subdue these city slick- ers, we have Harold Best's assurance that his band of ball muffers will suc- ceed where others failed. To ease the nervous tension of these games, base- ball's greatest comedian will be on hand in the poison of "Hap Watson," that lovable character kown as Pig- skin Peters. His mirth-provoking antics would convert a Quaker's meeting into a laugh riot, and you'll chuckle for days after when you recall his merry capers. Treat yourself to the exhilarating tonic of a long after- noon's laugh, at Pigskin Peters. Throughout the entire day, the 7th Royal Canadian Artillery Band will enliven proceedings with its excellent music. This band was especially sel- ected to play for the King and Queen during their recent visit to Toronto, and the Old Boys' and Girls' Associa- tion is particularly fortunate in secur- ing their services for the day. The band will also be in attendance at the concert in the rink, where complete pictures of the Royal Tour across Canada will be shown. This will once again permit .vou to see that gracious lady who stole the hearts of all Can- adians who had the good fortune to see her. The Master of Ceremonies for the concert will be our old friend 'Bert Fetch,' who in his inimitable wa.y, will render a couple of his spec- ial numbers. Bert, with his delightful personality is always a welcome guest in his old home town, and in his gifted hands, the concert will be under excel- lent direction. After the concert, you can dissipate your remaining energy by joining the whirling Dervishes on the tennis court, and worship at the Shrine of Terpsichore to the wee small hours of the moroing, to the accompaniment Strange Bird Shot in Osprey Township A strange bird was shot early Monday morning by Jim Kerton at the farm of his uncle, Mr. Hugh Penwick, 8th Line, Osprey. Mr. Ker- ton sent the bii'd to The Advance office for us to fathom out what t was. We asked quite a number in town what they thought it was and received answers all the way from a bald headed eagle to a vulture. It was finally decided that the strange visitor was a Turkey Buzzard, a species of the vulture tribe. It had a bald head with dark feathers on the neck, dark feathered body and wings, the latter lighter undei-neath and short legs with feet like a turkey's, not with talons like the eagle or.hawk families. We understand the bird is harmless and lives on carrion. Mr. Kerton thought the bird was a hawk and decided that it was best disposed of. The bird had a wing spread of five feet and did not weight more than a pound and a half. It is not very often that these birds are seen so far north, it created considei'able interest when shown about town. WHOLE HEARTED TRIBUTE TO HECTOR McKINNON A whole-hearted tribute to a Grey old boy. Hector McKinnon, is mada by the Ottawa Journal. Mr. McKinnon, wh is a native of Priceville, and a former newspaperman, may be ap- pointed head of the tariff board. The Journal says: "Mr. Hector B. McKin non. Commissioner of Tariffs, is men- tioned as chairman of the Tariff Board. No Government, Liberal or Conservative, could make a better choice. Hector McKinnon, able, brill- iant, of indestructible integrity, is one of the great civil servants of this country." BORN ROBERTSON â€" At Gait hospital on Thursday, July 27th, 1938, to Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Robertson (nee Gladys Pinder), the gift of a son. STODDART â€" In Flesherton at Mrs, Nuhn's Nursing Home on Tues- day, August 1st, 1939, to Mr. and Mrs. Norman Stoddart, a son, Norman Edwai-d. WILSON â€" In Flesherton at Mrs. Nuhn's Nursing Home on Monday, July 31st, 19.39, to Mr. and Mrs. Her- man Wilson, a son. TONIGHT'S AMATEUR PROGRAM Big amateur show tonight (Wed- nesday) Entries invited from every- one with talent. Cash prizes. Some very special numbers have been arranged for this program. of the best orchestral music. Surely this is a good day's program for any man's town, and a happy interlude in your summer's work, before the Harvest activitie«5 demand your undivided attention. Come and bask in the sunshine of a day of happiness and relaxation, and let our theme song for the occasion be 'Home Sweet Home' and 'The More We Aie Together the Happier We'll be.' SARTOR RESARTUS. I Where is Your Favorite? ! Listed below is the relative standing of the candidates in the Flesherton Advance Subscription Campaign. The next relative stand- ing will be .shown in bulletin form Monday morning on the basis of all business turned in up to midnight Saturday. I MRS. RUSSELL LINTON. Proton Station 200,000 I MISS ALICE ARMSTRONG. Flesherton • 199.300 \ MISS GLADYS McFADDEN R. R. .5. Markdale 199.27.5 I MR. MELVILLE HUNT, Cevlon 199.225 I MR. ARGYLE MARTIN. Eugenia •••â-  198.725 i MISS LOIS WEBER, Kimberley â- â€¢â€¢â€¢ 198.000 ! MRS. JOHN WHYTE. Priceville 197.700 I MR. H X. McIXNES. M.slntyre 19.5,000 i MRS. C. N. LONG. Feversliam â- â- â- â€¢ 3.400 I MR. J. D. HUGHES. R. R. 1. Markdale .5,000 I The Vote Schedule printed above shows the Candidates according ! to results so far produced, but does not necessarily show the grand I total of each, as votes may be held in reserve. i "FAITH MAY MOVE MOUNTAINS. BUT I STK\>! SHOVELS HELP A LITTLE" That old saying, "A good start ia the race half won," is never so true as when it is applied to The Advanca -subscription campaign. Now is the right ttme to work â€" while the "first vote period" is still in effect and when every subscription turned in counts for over twice as many votes as it will later in the campaign. Speculation Rife Competition is exceedingly keen. Public attention has been dominated by the prodigious size of The Advance prize list, and speculation is rife as to the probable winner of the |400 first prize. Undoubtedly, the winner will be the person who receives the greatest number of votes. That is all anyone knows about it at the present moment. It is votes which count. If you wish to help your favorite candidate, give him or her your subscription now â€" while it has its maximum vote value. Friends and Workers While the race is still in its infan- cy, several of the most aggressive workers already have a large number of votes to their credit, as indicated in the listing shown elsewhere on this page. Leaders of today, however, are not necessarily the leaders tomorrow. Five full weeks remain to bridge the gap between the highest and lowest candidate in today's standing. Any worker in the campaign could well lead the entire field of workers in next Monday's bulletin standing. This bulletin, and eaoti successive standing, will be watched with keen interest. Friends and acquaint- ances are rallying to the assistance of each candidate and no group that values its reputation is going to sit idly by and see some other industrious candidate walk off with the capital award. The intense rivalry of these groups sets a new note in Flesherton activities. September 9th wiil tell the tale. The best candidate WILL win! EUBANKâ€" PALLETT Miss Laura Evelyn Pallett, daugh- ter of Mrs. Pallett and the late Mr. Roy E. Pallett of Dixie, became the bride of Mr. Howard Lawrence Eu- bank, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Eu- bank of Cayuga, at a service in her mother's home on Saturday afternoon. Rev. N. E. Bowles officiated. Miss Helen Eubank, sister of the groom, played the wedding music, and during signing of the register, Misses June Pallett and Dorothy Eubank, sisters of the bride and groom, sang a duet, "I Love You Truly." The bride was given in marriage by her brother, Mr. Don Pallett. She wore a gown of white Ohantilly lace over bridal satin. Her flowering veil of tulle fell from a headdress of flowers, and she carried a bouquet of Briarcliffe roses and lily of the valley. She was attended by her sister. Miss .\lice Pallett, who woi-e powder blue organza over taffeta, with a short blue veil caught up with flowers. Her bouquet was a colonial nosegay of Premier rosea. The groom was sup- ported by Mr. Charles Courtnage of Cliapleau. Mrs. Pallett wore a gown of navy sheer with red Johanna Hill rosebuds. She was assisted by Mrs, Eubank, who wore navy embroidered chiffon with Hollywood roses. The couple left for a honeymoon in the Adirondacks, the bride travelling in a suit of dusty pink with white accessories. Mr. and Mrs. Eubank will make their home in Winnipeg. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Carruthers an- nounce tJip engagement of their only daughter, Jean Alexandria, to Mr, Ellis Everett Weber, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. D. L, Weber of Kimber- ley. The wedding will take place early in August. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. McMaster of Brantford. Ont., announce the engage- ment of their younger daughter, Frances Verdun, to Mr. Harry La- Verne Piper, eldest son of Mr. and Mr. Roy Piper, Ceylon, the Tnarriage to take place quietly early in Amrust. 5 times more m«n than women die of stomach ulceration.