@ THE Paper Mill Hall has occasion of the informal recep: 'them through. The call to priyer oo regs, VOL. VIII. re DRYDEN, Ontario, February 1st, 1929 No. XXXVI, Gano Sate vie been the scene of many brilliant func- tions, but it has never looked more attractive than upon thc tion tendered the Hon. Pete: Heenan, Minister of Labor, and Mrs Heenan on Tuesday evening last. Hon. P. Heenan Visits Dryden opened the proceedings. In a laudatory speech he highly prais- ed the magnificent work of the Minister of Labor, and that of the department of which he is the head. : The Hon. Peter Heenan re- ceived an ovation upon rising, said in the short time at his dis- posal, he would refrain from Learning that the Minister wa | going through, Dr Dingwall in. duced the Hon. gentelman to make a short stop-over. In the brief time available, as a matter of fact, between trains, every moment of the Ministet was utilised, chiefly seeing friends and making new ones. Accompanied, by Col. 'Schnaar, the Minister of Labor, made 'an inspection of the plant of the Dryden Paper Company, and was greatly impressed at the magnit- ude of the extensions now being made. He expressed his pleas- ure at the splendid progress the Company was making. The Chairman, Dr Dingwall, old : speaking on the serious side of politics. Giving statistics and figures he demonstrated the astounding prosperity of Canada, and then held an interested audi- ence with an outline (of the work of the Department of Labor, ex- plaining the system, and other details. He was loudly applauded at the termination of his speech, 'and congratulations were extended to him from all sides. The dance that followed was a tremendous success, everyone thoroughly 'enjoying themélves, Refreshments were served in caffeteria style. The Gammon Orchestra supplied the music. THE WEEK OF PRAYER The members of the three Pro- testant Churches are combin- ing in a week of prayer. Owing to the prevalency of sickness at the beginning of the year, these meetings were postponed for one month. Now we purpose to carry will be given in each of the churches on Sunday February 3, at the evening service. There will follow a meeting each night in the week at eight o'clock. All Christians who have the Kingdom of God at heart, are urged to rally together in prayer and fellowship. The central thought in all these meetings is the pow of prayer. "The program is here given: ~ Monday -- In the Anglican Church. "The Call of Consecration' Rev. H. A. Rivers. Tuesday -- In the Anglican Church. "The Holy Spirit of God.' Rev. R. M. Bennett. § Wednesday -- In the Baptist Church. "Christ and the Home," , Rev. W. Rutherford Tindle. Thursday -- In the Baptist Church. "Christ and Nations and' Governments," Rev. H. A. Rivers. Friday--In the United Church.! "The Universal! * Church," Rev.! W. Rutherford Tindle. Saturday -- In. the United Church. "Christ and the Church Militant," Rev. R. M. Bennett. i Hs TENDERS FOR WOOD Tenders will be received by the" undersigned until February 4th, £929, for twenty (20) cord of sound, dry Tamarac wood to be! be delivered at the Town Hall, Dryden not later than March 15th, 1929. necessarily accepted. J. E. GIBSON, Clerk Town of Dryden SEWER AND WATERKORKS EXTENSIONS The Town Council are consid- ering certain sewer and water- works extensions, and all property owners who are interested in such extensions are requested to file applications with the undersigned not later than February 4th, 1929. J. E. GIBSON, Clerk TENDERS WANTED - Tenders will be received by the undersigned for 25 cords of sound dry Tamarack wood, to be piled on Continuation School Ground. All tenders to be in by Feb. 11th, 1929. Lowest or any tenders not necessarily accepted. A. J. LOCK, Secretary ° the deficiency in the balance . plished during the year and i Deacon for acting as Sec.-Treas. | The meeting closed with the bene- . Note A Valentine Tea (will be held in St: Luke's Parish Hall * on Saturday, Feb. 9, by the Senior Girl's Auxiliary, from three tc five o'clock. Silver collection. Ry WABIGGON NEWS The annual meeting of the con: gregation of St. John's Anglican Church took place on Friday night and owing to the severity of the weather, for convenience was held in the office of FT. Deacon. J. P. Rev. E. Jacques pre- sided and opened the meeting with prayer. After the minutes of the previous meeting had been read by -F. Deacon, Sec-Treas., and adopted the financial report was read, which showed that all expenses were patd up to the end of the year, leaving a balance on hand of $26.00. Other business was then dis- cussed, after which the election of officers for 1929 took place. C, W. Rhind was elected people's war- den and Rev. E. Jasques asked Hubert Rhind to act again as his warden. The sidesmen elected were, W. J. Armstrong, Archie Wright and F. Deacon. FF. Deacon was also re-elected Secretary-Treasurer, the Auditor being W. C. B. Rhind. The work of the Sunday Schacl was then discussed. . Mr. Jacques remarked that the attendance was not as large as it should be, considering there is only one Sun- day School in the village. and emphasized the need of religious instruction for the young. Mar- querite Merrill was asked to act as Sec.-Treas "for 'the Schoo, which she agreed to do. The chairman proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs, Merrill for the very great help she had given in raising subscriptions to reduce of 1927 and he also thanked all who | Alice Berrey Queen 'to the hands of all horseshoe pit The Carnival at the Rink. Tonight's the night! Every- body in town is going to be, there and there is fun galore in store for all. s Mayor Wood will crown the queen, Miss Alice Berry, the suc- cessful, C.P.R. candidate" andl there will be skating and dancing and good music too. The final day of the queen con- test was an exciting one and a large crowd had gathered by eight last night to learn the re- sults. It was a close fight be | tween Alice Berry and Minni Reid, the High school candidate, the difference being only 200. Everybody is happy and we hope to see the whole town at the rinl tonight. LETTER OF INTEREST Mr. Jno. Adams, Oxdrift, Ont., Dear Sir: I think the time has come when the horseshoe pitchers of Canada should get together and form a we want to advance in the game and be given a square deal at all tournaments held throughout nCanada. We should not be dic- tated to by any class or organiza tion as to just what kind or horse- shoe we have to pitch and a few other things that must be changed The only way we can do this is to get together, adopt a set of rules and recommend that all games bc played according to these rules. so that we do not play one was all "summer and then 'have t change at the Royal Winter Fai; or other tournaments. There i only one way we can do this and that is to get organized and shov the people just what we can do to promote this game and th: same all over Canada; so tha I am taking the liberty of calling horseshoe pitchers' association ii | speech, said that he and possibly 'the employees Re- "A peach of a night." A happy phrase, pregnant with meaning, used by one of those present aptly describes the day evening last. Owing to the unstable condition of the founda- tion, the hall has practically been in disuse for four years, but has now been thoroughly renov- ated. What was once a cold, cheerless, uncomfortable build- ing is now a bright, warm, cozy hall, with a floor that will delight the most fastidious lover of the light fantastic. The -cordiality which prevailed throughout the evening spoke volumes for the goodwill existing between the Dryden Paper Co. and its employ- ees. Opening of tomariable, ciated. success that attended the re-op-!well-deserved encore for "Scots, ening of the Mill Hall, on Satur- Wha ! songs, admirably rendered. Bruno Peterson's recitation, "Grin" and J. Crooks songs were well appre- Frank Russell earned a Hae" and W. Goodby 'brought down the house with his Chin, Chin, Chinaman" = I. Gammon's 'Selected' received well merited applause and W. Good- by and K. Collins fairly delighted the audience with a "Study i- Black and White. The popular comedian & mirth provider, Bill Lewis, made a big hit with two songs and for each encore gave, "Where oh where can the oil can be," and "D-- the Screens." excellent. What was termed a "draraatic stunt" proved to be an exceeding Previous to a recherche repast! being served, Mr. J. S. Wilson, i general manager, by request,' spoke briefly. He expressed his! pleasure at the large attendance,} gave a glowing account of the' present condidtions and future prospects of the Paper company and in conclusion of an interesting of the Dryden Paper Co. would be glad to hear and outside opinion in regard to the company and its value to the district. In that respect he ex- tended an invitation to Dr. Wood, (Mayor), who was happily pres. ent. The suggestion was received with applause and an enthusiastic welcome was given the mayor upon his appearance 'on thc stage. The Mayor thanked the manager and those present for the opportunity and went on to; say" that if all the functions dur- ing his year of office were as pleasant as that of the evening his' a meeting of all horseshoe pitch- ers, this meeting to be held jn London on Good "Friday alter- noon, the exact time to be an nounced later. Now I hope you men will ge behind this movement, hav 50me Or as many ras can, atten this meeting so we will be able t get organized, elect officers an: then get our rules printed and ir chers in time for the beginning o the game in the spring. Pleas. tall this matter over among your selves, get the names of every: one who is willing to get behinc this/movement, and I am sur this can be carried out with a cos: of not more than one Dollar : year Per person. If each one will see, to it that there is specia mention made of this in his towr paper, it will go over big and ai the same" time bring the gam: and just what it means befor: the public so that they will be come more interested. Now it i had given their help and support} in various ways during the year, {to Mrs. Jack Wright and other can attend the meeting and also ¢ The lowest or any tender not, ladies who had acted as organists number of men from your district and especially to the men who had donated, hauled & sawed up the winter's fuel for the church and to F. Johnston for the loan of his ice cream parlor for the sale a vote of thanks to the ladies for their work in organizing the teas and sales of work which had proved successful in making thc financial report so satisfactory. Mr. Jacques was thanked for the good work he had accom- Mr. ¢ diction. DEATH OF C. McLACHLIN 1. The untimely death of Colin MacLachlin, came as a. great shock to his many friends. The tdeceased was born in Argyle, i Scotland and came to this district 'some twenty-three years ago. He "enlisted in the 94th Battalion and served overseas with the 16th, be- ing badly wounded. The funeral service was held at the United . Church, Dryden. A large numb- i up to you to do your part. Please drop me a line if yor that we can count on to join. Yours very truly Walter Kane. Ed. Note---Mr. Adams asked u to print the foregoing, thinking task, indeed, would be a 'happy: one. i Fé congratulated the Dryden! - Paper Co., the manager, and em- loyees upon the pleasing -altera ions and appearance of the hail nd said that largely the pros- verity of the town was wrapper :p (not kraft wrapping) in the rosperity of the paper company and that the town must keep sace with the company in the matter of progress and improve- ment. He deplored the lack of nodern sidewalks and pointed ou heir absolute necessity, and trus- ed 'that in the coming year « tart would be made to remedy his glaring defect. Among other hings badly needed, was a filter- ng plant, maybe not this year ext year perhaps. Substantial yrogress, linked with economy vas apparently the slogan of the nayor. At the termination of the speech \ hearty vote of thanks was ac ~orded the mayor and Mr. J. S. Wilson, given with acclamation. The entertainment, under th direction of W. H. Browrhili Community singing was a feature, ! Those who contributed to the pro ram were: Sfreddo' Jr. who was 3 1 REARS x ~~ t tof work. Archie Wright proposed it might be of interest to many. §1n solo; Jim Turnbull, two Scotch Former Dryden Last week Mr. D. Anderson received the sad news of the death of his mother. The late Mrs. Anderson came to this district about 30 years ago and, with her sons, lived on a farm at Oxdrift.Eight years ago she came to reside with her son Dave Anderson at Dryden. For the most part of that time she was confined to bed. Three years ago she left for the east. to re- . ! SOAP AND WATER Resident Passes | hiblydi side with her son at Campbell- g\/ ford, Ont.,, and here she was J when called by death. She was much loved and res- petced by all who knew her and 'her death is mourned by a host o. friends here who extend their heartfelt sympathy to Mr An- derson in his loss. Funeral and place at Port Huron, where the late Mr. Anderson, her husband is buried. terment took place at the Dryden cemetery. © "Last "Post" being sounded. The deceased having no relat- ives in this country, the whole of' the funeral > were carried out by the Dryden Branch of the Canadian Legion, Zonal. be of comrades being present. In- arrangements j ed. The Cabin, Dryden. Y 3 scientific sparring. Bruno is cer- was more than usually high class. song sheets being provided for all. fi \ Wash Wounds With -esponsible for a clever accordi- | interment took!' Ont 1¢ ly clever impersonation by H. Humpreys, of the innkeeper, tak- en from "The Bells." It was a much appreciated item, Keen interest was exhibited in the boxing bouts, - staged by Charlie Boyle. Fred Sheprerd and Dwight Wright were evenly matched and went three rounds in capital style. : Bruno Peterson and Charlie Boyle gave a first-rate display of tainly a promising youngster. An other excellent exhibition of three rounds was that of G. White and Scottie Foote. It was evident that White did not extend himself but Scottie has the goods, and with more practice will produce them. A banjo solo by K. Collins was Weddings i ~~ Nymark-Anderson A quiet wedding took place at the residence of Rev. Peter- son, Walsh street, Fort William, on Sawurday, January 26, "when Annie Gerda, second daughter of Mrs. E. Anderson of Dryden, was united in marriage to Louise N man Nymark of Port Arthur, third son of Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Nymark of Dryden. ; The bride wore a smart blue georgette gown and was attendec by her sister, Miss Ethel Ande son of Dryden, who wore a dai rose taffeta frock. The groom was attended b, his brother, Harry Nymark d Port Arthur. The marriage was performed by tie Rev. Peterson of Port Arthu- 'utheran Church. Following the ceremony a dain- ty wedding luncheon was server at the residence of Mr, and Mrs. Pete Nymark at 602 Helen St, Port Arthur, where the bride and groom will reside. or * Wilton-Pilkey A very quiet wedding took place at the United Church Manse, Rev. H. A. Rivers offici- ating, on Wednesday, Jan. 23, when Mary Louise, eldest daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Pilkey of Dryden became the bride of Charles Ear! Wilton, third son of Mr. and Mrs. John Wilton of Shoal Lake, Man. The ceremony tock place at o'clock. Miss Lillian Pilkey : as | ridesmaid and the groo supported by Mr. Edward Pi Being a smoking concert, the absence of girls from the finish- ing room was unavoidable, but they were amply compensated with a delicious chicken supper served at the Central Hotel, under the able direction of Mrs. Jim Gordon. MroFrank Whiteley presided-at the piano, he and his orchestra are essential evening. Much praise and many thanks is given to the management of the Dryden Paper Co. for its interes. in the welfare of the employees, ; and for a "peach of a night." Re eR LN DOWLING NOTTS Last "Week's Bowling Scores. Hardie vs. Payne--Hardie 523, McQuarrie 535, Bailey 491, B.! Smith 442.--1993. Payne 470, Humphreys 516, Sanders (two games) 320, Curl- ey (two games) 308, Reid, G. (two games) 380.--1994. Warren vs. Morison-- Warren (2 games) 323, Sfreddo (2 gms.) 265, Scott 434, MacRae 500, Col- lis (2 games) 297.--1810. Morison 490, Nicholson 507, Ti Hill 145, Cunningham 467, Mac- Monagle 327.--19306. : Hambly vs. Upton-- Hambly to a successful A reception was held at home the same evening. rooms were prettily decor.ioi with white bells and streamers and bouquets of roses. Music was provided for dancing and a delightful evening was enjoyed by some fifty friends and relatives who were present. Lancheci v= served about midnight. The many beautiful ceived by the newly marr couple testified as to their nese larity with their any friends 2. relatives. Mri and Mrs. yaa aif guts Vilton will re- side in Dryden. 130, Sfreddo 133.--10349. Wood 505, M'Master 4498, Beath 455, Foulis 506.--1964. Whiting vs. Hamiltor- -MWhit- [ 1g (2 gms.) 345, Wright, I (2) "=n, Harris (2) 2531, 2lezand.: '2) 548, Foote (2) 338, Berrey (2) "98. ---1050. Shepherd 475, Miller gro, Cor 504, Berrey 464.1053. Next Week's GameS-- TUES. --TJpton vs. Fardie WED. --Whiting vs Warren, THURS ---IIambly vs Morison, FRI.--Hamilton vs Payne. ing Association will be held on 470. Ekillen 523, Miles (2 games) 316, Wright (2 games) 377, Cock Fo \ meeting of the Dryd-~ Bovl Friday evening at the Allie HARE a pa REE on ¥\ iN EA Get a Cake of "NEKO" ove "NEKO" Soap Very useful in all types of Skin Affection, including dandruff. _ 30 bottles iy of Pure Carbolic Acid today and have it handy Dryden Pharmacy Ld, Se 3 rT Rey