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p i! VOL. 61; N<5. 44 FLESHERTON. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 1942 VV. H. Thurston &, Son, Props. Soaring Production In British Tank Factories On the assembly lines of a British I tank factory are gnciwing an ever- 1 increasing number of armored fight- ' in? vehicles. In this general view, tanks in many stages of completion are seen.' Maxwell United Church RET. GEO. L. MERCER, 3.D^ DJ>. Minister EASTER SERVICES (April 5) Note: Dr. Mercer will conduct services of worship on "Easter Day" as follows': . 11 a.m. Eugenia. 3.30 p.m. Wareham. 7.30 p.m. Maxwell. Sermon subjects: "The World at the Tomb." "Why Celebrate Eastter." .JThe special Easter offering, in ad- dition, to the regular duplex offering, asked fcr will be used by the Board of Ste-wfcrdtf to meet "Church oper- ating cxiiecst'S." Let us bring an offering that will be worthy of the Great Easter Event, which we shall celebrate. FLESHERTON AND ROCK MILLS B VPTIST CHLHCHES Frank B. Keys, Pastor ROCK MILLS SERVICES Sunday School Z p.m. Church Service 3 p.m. FLESHERTON SERVICES Church Service 11 a.m. Sunday School 12 o'clock PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FEVERSHAM Rev. R. Forbes Thomson, B.A. Minister Evening Service at 8.00 o'clock. Gospel Workers' Church Fevenham, Ont. Rev. C. McNichol. Pastor Feversham Appointment Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Morning Service 11. Sunday Evening Service 7.30. Olivet Appointment Service at 3 p.m. PROVIDE MEDICAL ATTENTION An arrangement has been arrived at between the Provincial Govern- ment and the Ontario Medical Asso- ciation whereby old ag pensioners and persons receiving mothers' al- lowances, and their dependents, will be given free medical attention. This is an extension of the present system of granting free medical aid to persons on relief. It is estimated that 95,000 persons will benefit by this new departure, but details of registration and indentification cards have yet to be worked out. . Under the agreement arrived at, the Gov- ernment will pay 50 cents per per- son per month and the medical fees will be sent to local committees set up throughout the province. The government fee f 50 cents covers only home and otice calls. Persons requiring hospital treatment and surgery will come under the provis- ions of existing reflations and will be sent to public wards in hospitals. Individuals will have a free choice :<f doctors. Received His wings A hagersviiie Friday (By 8th Line, Osprey, Reporter) At Hagersviiie on Friday, March- 27th, a large class of students were giwen their wings as pilots', and a very large crowd witnessed the event. Heading the class of young fliers was Arthur Lawler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lawler of the $th line, Osprey. Arthur will now be sta- tioned at Trenton, Ont., as a Sergt. kst and expects to remain there until June 1st. His many friends in this district tender their congratu lations on his success. A few wd; - ago he flew his plane over his old home and gave the neighbors a thrill with his flying. Twt> years ago Arthur received the appointment as instructor with the Army and was stationed at Camp Borden for some time as a Sergeant. The work of an instructor (and he was a good one) began to lose some of its interest and he decided to transfer to the Air Force, which he did last summer and lias now had the realization of his dreams come true, by becoming a pilot. RED CROSS DONATIONS Flesherton-Artomesia Red Cross Branch acknowledges the following cash donations during Majch; Flesh- ertori Masonic Lodge $10: Flesherton Women's Institute $10. Somebody said a mouthful when he observed: "No man has a right to do'as he pleases, except when h pleases to do right." Future Events SEND IN YOUR RENEWAL. Some of the rubber jokes are stretched a bit. EASTER PAGEANT, FEVERSHAM An Easter pageant will be pre- sented in the Salvation Army Hall, Feversham on Good Friday, April 3, at 7.30 p.m., standard tir.ie, by Capt. and Mrs. Gugald and other Colling w od talent. Everyone is cordially invited. , ' NERALS Killed Fine Mink Mrs. L. A. Fisher of town is the proud possessor of a fine mink pelt secured by her in an unique manner. On entering her chicken pen she heard an unusual disturbance among the flock, which she had fed a few moments before. She investigated and found a mink with a strangle hold on one of the hens. As there was no stick handy as a weapon Mrs. Fisher went quietly up to the mink and put her foot on its neck, choking him until life departed. The mink was a beautiful speciman, the pelt measuring 38 inches in length and was prime fur. Mrs. Fisher was very fortunate in her capture. The hen was also fortunate as it is still alive and enjoying life. Efnie White Dies After a long and brave battle for life, Ernest Oliver White, son of Mrs. Rachel White and the late David Whtie. passed away in Brant Sani- torium, Brantford, Ont., on Friday afternoon. March 27.th, in his 35th year. Deceased was born at Rock Mills and spent the greater part of his life n the farm at Rock Mills. He was admitted to the Sanitorium about eight years and two months ago. He leaves his mother, five sis- ters and one brother to mourn: Mrs. Gordon Stesr, Berkeley; Mrs. Jas. Irvine, Alliston; Mrs. B. McMullen and Miss Ruby White, Toronto, and Mrs. R. C. Walker, Shelburne. An- other sister, Margaret (Mrs. Keith Gardiner) of Coder ich passed away three years ago. His only brother. Eddie, resides at Rock Mills. The funeral was held on Sunday afternoon. March 29th. frvm the Funeral home O f Bennett & Richards and both at the Funeral Home and Chapel, the services were conducted by Rev. K. G. McMillan, pastor of Fleeherton United Church, assister by Mr. Key-es. who is in charge of the Baptist church. Both delivered very comforting messages. The pallbearers " were: Mess Joyce Po'vteous, Dick Clark. Fret Harsrave. Merle Roberts. Bert Robt- erts and Wes Smith. Besides the members of the family bh<? following wore in attendance a( the funeral: Mr. Keith Gardiner of Goderich, Mrs. Isaac Sargent of Owen Sound, Mrs. A. McComb anc Mr. and Mrs. Jack McComb and little daugjhter of Owen Sound, Mr. anc Mrs. Delbert Smith of Qshawa. Pte. Laurie Smith of Toronto, Mr. J. Hugbs'ti TI and son of Nottawa. STORES OPEN THURSDAY Flesherton, stores will be open on Ihursuay afternoon until 6 p.m., due Friday being a Holiday. PRESENTATION MADE TO SHEAKUOWN FAMILY (By Portlaw Reporter) A large crowl gathered at ihe Sheardown home Friday night and made the presentation of a tri-lanip and electric iron to Mr. and Mrs. Lewie Sheardown and family. On. behalf of their friends, Mrs. Wilfred McNally read an address, signed by Roy Lyons, Wilfred McNally, Alvin McKenzie and Vern McMullen, to which Mrs. Sheardown made a very fitting reply. Bob also replied on behalf of his father and other mem- bers of the family. "Blest Be The Tie That Binds" was then sung. The evening was spent in crokinole play- ing and several games. The Shear- down fumily have been life-long residents of Portlaw district and are mioving to Toronto. Thos. Devcr Kasses (By Proton Station Reporter) Thomas Dever, native of Holland Township and well known member of the firm of Dever Brothers, which lias conducted a general store at Proton Station for over 20 years, passed away at Markdale on Friday morning. Mr. Dever had entered the hospital four months ago and received treatment for two month?. The next two nrcnths he spent with his sister, Mrs. Thos. Crawford of Markdale. A week ago he again beeam a patient at the hospital, where he underwent a major gall bladder operation early last week. The late Air. Dever, who was 6iJB years of age. was the eldest son of the late J-ohn and Elii~u>uth Dever. He and his brothers went to Proton Township to farm about 25 years ago. After farming about five years they purchased the general store at Proton Station. For the past 21 years Thomas and his brothers con- ducted the store. He was widely known, very popular and highly esteemed. The late Mr. Dever never married and he is survived by five brothers and two sisters: Jack and Wesley of Proton Station, James of Toronto. William of Markdale. Matthew of Saskatoon, Sask., Mary (Mrs. Robt. Bradley) of Berkeley and Mrs. Thon. Crawford of Markdale. Another brother. Abraham, died in the west srme years ago. The funeral service was held on Sunday afternoon at the Unitl Church, Proton Station, and was very largely attended by sympath- izing friends. Mr. Kelly, assisted by Rev. Butler of Dundalk. conducted a very impressive serv.ice, paying high tribute of respect to the departed. Mr. A. Kellougli of Owen Sound rendered a lovely solo. Interment was made in Berkeley cemetery. Among the large number of beau- tiful floral tributes were those from York Trading Company, National Grocers, Proton Womn'te Institute, and neighbors in Pro>ton Station and community. Friends fi\m a distance who at- tended the funeral were: Mr. ami Mrs. Carl Bradley, Mr. and Mrs. T. Canter. Toronto; Air. A. KGellough, M.r. J. R. Slemin, Mr. and Mrs. Lome Hodgins. Jos. Stainsby, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Mills, Owen Sound; Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Crawford, Mr. E. B. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Kor- syth, Miss Minnie McClelland, Mr. and Mrs. W. McOulloeh and daujfh- k er, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Sheriff, all if Allenford; Mr. and ^Mrs. Ab? Hiinnah, Mr. and Mrs. John Hannah. Mrs. Bob Hannah, E. Crossett, and Wm. Yates, Berkeley; Mr. Alex. Ach- e-son, Mr. Alex. Richardson and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hannah. Markdnlt>. Agriculture Able To Meet War Demands What can farmers look forward to in the yetsr ahead? What demands are likly iu be experienced and how can they be met? Obviously answers to all the questions that might be raised cannot be given, but at least what is required in the production af the principal Canadian farm pro- ducts is made clear in Canadian Agriculture and the War," a review of progress made in 1941 and of Government policies, with a peep into the futnre. This booklet is av- ailable free by writing Co Publicity and Extension Division, Dominion Department of Agriculture, Ottawa. The review also indicates that there is opportunity for the profitable production of these products, but as to what should be produced on an individual farm must be decided by the farmer himself. Live-stock producers, who rep- resent the largest interest in Canad- ian agriculture, can make their pre- parations for 1942 in confidence that all they can produce in animals and animal products will be needed and that the level of present prices will be maintained. Six hundred million pounds of bacon and other pork products for export and three hundred million pounds for domestic consumption %re required in the third year of the war. Under trade agreement and quota arrangements with the United States, an outlet is available for all the surplus beef cattle that are now in sight. A ready market for all the lamb that can be produced and an increasing demand for Canadian wool are indicated. In dairy production, the focal point is cheese. The 1942 contract for export is still to be settled, but it is expected that Canada will be able to export a larger quantity than in 1941 and at higher ^prices. The dairy situation calls for more dairy cattle and* for increased pro- duction. The poultry producer is afforded an unprecedented export outlet for ejrgs and a continuing increased domestic demand is to be expected with virtually secured prices that should be satisfactory for quality products efficiently prtduced. To fortify this live st >ck position, increased production of feed supplier in both Eastern and Western Canada is necessary. Higher yields of farm crops and larger acreage of coarse irrains should be the objective. Wheat acreage will have to be afl- .justed in accordance with market outlet for 1942 and to meet feed requirements. Agricultural policy will encourage this development. Red Supples Articles shipped to Red Cross warehouse since January 1st, 1942, by the Flesherton-Artemesia Red Cross Society, are as follows: 1 Blanket, 22 quilts, 10 crib quilts, 1 afghi n, 50 shirts, 100 blouses, 5 pair gloves, 9 scarf*, 8 helmets, 45 pair I. jig seamtn's stockings, 50 pra. plaiu socki, 18 aero caps, tf-pair two- way mitts, 33 turtle-neck sweaters, 7 pair sJiort seamen's* socks, 16 pair jiHtis, 2 sleeveless sweaters. Socks were given to five men OB active service. Knitting and sewing was received from the following: Ceylon --10 Pairs long seamen'* stockings, 1 .scarf, 6 pairs gtevee, 7 turtle-neck sweaters, 1 pair mitts, 1 pair plain socks. Eugenia 23 Blouses,' 6 quilts, 1 crib quilt. Priceville 4 Turtle-neck sweat- ers, 4 pairs long seamen's stockings, 5 pairs plain socks, 12 blouses, 3 quilts, 9 crib quite, 1 blanket. Rock Mills 1 Turtle-neck sweat- er, 3 pairs plain socks, 1 scarf, 6 pra. mitts, 1 pair short seamen's socks. Springhill 1 Scarf, 2 turtle-neck sweaters, 8 pairs plain socks, 1 pair mitts, 5 pairs lung seamen's stock- ings, 5 aero caps, 11 blouses, 5 quilts, 1 crib quilt. 4th Line 1 Pair seamen's stock- ings, 1 pair short seamen's socks, 1 pair mitts, 1 scarf. Fleskerton 50 Shirts, 54 blous- es, 5 quilts, 1 afghan, 3 quilt tops, 16 pairs long seamen's stockings, 32 pairs plain socks, 12 turtle-neck sweaters, 9 pairs mitts, 2 scarfs, 8 aero caps, 2 sleeveless "weaters. Material fi.-r knitnng and sewing is supplied by Flesherton-Artemesia Red Cross Society, and all quilts are donated. There is plenty of wool on hand at present for many kinds of knitting. 2,800 Jrees Tapped Mr. Walter Akitt of Rock Mills, Grey County maple syrup king, has 2,800 trees producing sap at the present time. There has been * splendid run of sap during the past week and the season promisee to be one sf the best. Heavy frosts at night produce excellent runs 'when the: sun gives off heat the next day. The price of syrup being asked by the producers is $2.50 a gallon with- out the can. Many farmers are pro- ducing syrup from their wood lots this year, which will supplement the reduced sugar ration to some extent. BOXES FOR BOYS OVERSEAS Mrs. C. S. McTavi&h held bridge and euchre parties on Monday and Tuesday evenings in order to raise money ijr<r boxes for the hoys over- seas. There were ten tables of bridge and eleven of euchr, and $24 wns realii&ed in the two evenings. Card of Thanks The sisters a:l brother of tfi late Ernest White wish to thank the many friends for acts of kindness sympathy a>vl help at the fime of their recent bereavement. R N G A G E M K N T Mr. and Mrs. James McKenzie of Fuversham wish t>:> announce the en- gagement of their second eldest dautphter-. Sarah Jen, to Pte. Ralr>h A. Bate, younger son of Mrs. and the late Mr. A. Bate of Uphill. Ont., the marriage to inke place early in April. Over 90 Club Twr.- well known residents of their districts have celebrated the 93rd anniversary ijpf their birthday. Mr. John Fawce-tt of Kimberley reached his 93rd milestone on Sunday and Mr. Donald McMillan of the Soutli Line, Artemesia, was D3 on Monday. Both these gentlemen have the best wishes of The Advance editor fi: v r many more years of health. WIND BLEW WATER FROM RIVER INTO FARMER'S FIELD (By Victoria Corners Reporter) Walter Acheson reports that dur- ing the heavy rain a couple of weeks ago when the river running through his place would naturally have ben swollen by the water, the wind was So heavy that it blew the water out int.- the field for many yards, where it froze before it could return to- the river bed. In plnes where there should have been deep water, th<? river bed was nearly dry. Mr. Ach- eson has been on the farm for over forty years and never knew anything; like that to have occurred before. Huston ml:- who Mt-o used to actin:: 35 dress models for their \vi>||fc find i f'inf tr- y iv n-f.'l iirokor in' ir .iv their .jobs a* First Aid dummies. ENGAGEMENT Mr. anr M.re. J. B. McAllister. C Ilingwoud, Ont.. announce the en- gagement of their daughter, Laura Isabel, to Mr. Alexander Cranston \Veir, son of the late Alexander Weir and Mrs. Weir, of Pricevilli-. Or: :rio, the marring!: to tafce place qn-' l!y early hi April. Tho -wheat detain duced R lot of ch Ottawa pro- REV. F. TMOSON, FEVERSHAM, ACCEPTS CALL TO ACTON Rev. R. Forbes Thomson, Presby- terian minister at Feversham, has accepted a call to Knox Presbyterian Church, Acton, and is expected to assume his new duties April 13th. Mr. Thomson has been stationed at Feversham for the past tw years, one year a a student minister, and was regular minieter following his graduation last year. Rev. Thomson has been highly regarded by reei- dents at Feversham and on his circuit, who wish him the best of -uccesa in his new field. NEW BKLL TELEPHONE MANAGER GREY DISTRICT Gordon H. Houston of Toronto has been appointed Bell Telephone man- ajrer for Owen Sound, Flesherton iml vicinity, effective April 1. Mr. Houston succeeds Pilot Officer J. E. Hayne. manager since January 1, >:MO. who has been granted leave of Absence for service with the Royal Canadian Air Force. Mr. Houston entered Bell Tele- phone service at Toronto in Febru- ary., 1928, and since that time he has had the opportunity of becoming acquainted wih aTl phases of tele- phone w-rk. During the last six years he ha* been n. nager nf a of exehan!rei in Toronto, BORN DKNMAXS - At Mrs. N*in'i Nur?inir Hiiin\ F!her1ion, on T',i- day. March 3 1st. 1042. to Mr. ani Mrs. Adrian Dermatic of Proton, the^ eift of a daughter. WHTTK -- At Mrs. NuhVs \urc- in<r Home. Flesherton, on Monday, MHh. 10.1?. t~ Mr. and TV'-.ito ->f Pnr'iaw. a eon.