THE STRATFORD ~ Vol.9 STRATFORD, JULY 3, 1931 ye: No. 5 x Efforts of Legion Greatly Appreciated By Citizens By hard work and perseverance, 4 beauty spot has been made out of the grounds behind the Canadian Legion's quarters, Loghrin Memorial Home, at the corner of Church and St. Patrick Streets. The members of the Legion have their reward in knowing that Stratford citizens appreciate their ef- forts in adding to the beauty of the city. A splendid addition to the rock gar- den, a new fountain, the gift of Com- rade J. S. Tomsett, was unveiled last week. The unveiling was performed by Mrs. C. W. Delooze, president of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Canadian Legion. It was accepted on behalf of the Legion by President George Brad- ley. In presenting the fountain, Mr. Tom- sett spoke of the generosity of the members and their friénds who had contributed flowers and shrubs and in other ways had contributed to the beauty of the grounds. He expressed the hope that the fountain might re- main as a tribute to the happy asso- ciations which he had with the local post of the Canadian Legion. The water was turned on for the first time by Comrade Ald. Arthur Partridge and Comrade E. Gasson turned on the flood lights. A vote of thanks was tendered Mr. Tomsett, on motion of Comrades F. Matta and T. Salmon. Following this ceremony, a clock was unveiled in the club room to the memory of the late W. C. Delooze, a former popular member of the Cana- dian Legion. The unveiling was per- .formed by Comrade P..K. Ingle. Mr. George Annand, a past president of the Legion, spoke touchingly of the life of the dead comrade. DO THE THING YOU DISLIKE DOING FIRST Speaking of the man who fails to strike while the iron is hot--who puts it off until some other time-- reminds us of the story of the Arkan- sas mountaineer who wouldn't put 4 roof on his house. When asked why he foiled to do so replied: "Wal, when it's| a rainin' I can't git up thar, an' when the sun's shinin' I don't need none." Like everyone, it is your honest in- tention to some day do something big. But there is one thing sure, and that is that you will never achieve that ambition unless you "strike while the iron is hot". Putting the thing off weakens your will; and it is your WILL to do, not the thing that you expect to do, that really measures your worth. : DOMESTIC JOYS "J don't mind washing the dishes for you," wailed the henpecked hus- band. "I don't object to sweeping or dusting, or mopping the floors, but I ain't gonna run,no ribbons through Of all the mortals on earth and sea Is the one, who when we meet, makings of a beautiful sun tan if it, doesn't turn into su * * the other day that girls had abandon- ed the "foolish idea of sun-tan. We al- most believed it until we saw some of the abbreviated costumes on Domin- ion Day. years ago t teacher in the public school city may be moved to Park Drive in: the near future. At présent it stands | near the fire hall. a s Tuesday just for walking up Ontario Street, dressed as if in expectation of a snow storm, and carrying a hockey Local Happenings In Brief Wo casts a pall of gloom o'er me, Inquires of me how I enjoy the heat. * * * No kidding though, you have. the nburn. * Heard a woman over the radio say * * * Freeland Fountain, erected o the memory of a music s of the The Leon Pigeon earned a quarter on stick and skates. It was all so easy for Leon that when he collected the bet, he felt that Santa Claus must really have arrived. * * * A. E. Hunter, the popular local hor- ticulturist, has made a generous offer in inviting the public to look through the garden at his home on Huron Street. Mr. Hunter puts a great deal of time on his garden and it is to be hoped that his beauty spot does not suffer. as.a result of his offer. *" #* a Postmasters at their annual con- vention recently, complained that the taste of the gum on some of the is- sues was. positively. sickening. As a,fe- sult of the tariff changes, it's the cent, which is bothering the public now. * * cd Mayor C. E. Moore and Mrs. Moore are spending a ten-day holiday on @ trip through the Ottawa district. * + aa After much deliberation, the Board of Education has decided that it .will be Avon no additional to the Cale- donia Street seat of learning for this Summer at least. eee Dr. Lorne Robertson and Mrs. Rob- ertson have left on a trip to Europe. * * fh The interpretation of these days is having no Summer cot- tage at the lake--or knowing some person who has one. s *¢ @ All of which reminds us that it will soon be time to trek in that direction for the annual vacation. It's going to be a real rest this year too. The day's program will read something like this: Up at 8.30; eighteen holes of golf; time for lunch; a swim in the lake with maybe a little softball thrown in; start to get supper; time to eat it; forced to do the dishes; get ready for ' my nightgown just to fool the baby." his way f He is accom Mr. and Mrs. "unlucky" 4 the dance; dance till 12; marshmallow roast on the beach till 2.30 and after that, good old. rest. * = F. H. Green 191 Douro Street, is on or a holiday in the open air. panied by his wife and D. Evans and two chil- dren. They are now at Tobermory and living in the "covered wagon" which Mr. Green built in his own garage. * * * "Seek and Ye Shall Find." It's not true in all things however. Two local girls sought the mysterious Mr. Beech- nut and they found---- that they had been mistaken. * * Another rumor has been set at rest with the announcement by Premier Henry that he does not intend to re- organize his cabinet. of great interest locally Dr. J. D. Monteith member in the Ontario House was one of those reported slated for change. > * According to "Swanee." the there are eleven baby swans in Strat- ford now. If this continues, the Avon will soon have to be re-named * The rumor was , because Hon. North Perth's ' a birth records; the Waterloo Band Heard With Great Pleasure Stratford music lovers Owe a big debt to the Lions Club for bringing to Stratford that well-known organiza- tion of musicians, the Waterloo Band. Theband had been heralded as one of the best in the country, and a throng of Stratford and district © numbering close to who heard them at stand here on Monday night agree that the visiting musicians lived up to the fine things which had been said about them prior to their appearance here. Band, is a veteran Pryor's, and he has loo organization the "Canada the different tastes of the audience. George Langan, C. F. Thiele director of the Waterloo to such bands as Sousa's and Arthur ability as an instructor. The program opened with a march , on Parade." composed by Mr. Thiele and which has become very popular with bands over the country. This number followed by a program which had been selected with a view to reaching Parks Board, expressed his pleasure at being able to welcome the Waterloo Band to Stratford. He acknowledged the debt which was owing the Lions Club for sponsoring the eoncert. Dr. S. W. Sutter, a past president of the Lions Club, also spoke briefly. citizens, four thousand, the shell band- who has belonged given the Water- full benefit of his which was all was and temperaments chairman of the the double Freeman-Graham wedding in that city last wee Central United Chure -- Ly Double Wedding Social Event of Much Interest -- Although it was held in 'Hamilton, k was of great interest locally in view of the fact that Rev. W. H. Graham, pastor of h, Hamilton, was Central United d. Central United massed with pink th a background formerly pastor of Church in Stratfor Church, Hamilton, and white roses, wi ; of palms was the scene of the wed- ding. The guest pews were designated by bows of tulle ribbon. : The two brides were Gertrude and Margaret Graham. Gertrude became the wife of Harold Freeman and Mar- -- garet, the wife of Don Freeman, both ~ the sons of Rev. C. B, Freeman, pak = tor of First Baptist Church in King- ston. " The pretty young bride ed alike in chalk white chiffon fash- -- ioned on clinging princess lines, with berthas falling softly over the shoulder to form merest of sleeves and at the full hemlines, that touch- ed the floor, were quaint petticoat pleated ruffles matching similar -- ones on. the berthas. The bridal veils of billowy tulle were softly ar- -- ranged in English cap effect rather far back and _ revealing the hair. -- They were caught with bandeaux ~ of rare old Brussels lace and a cir- clet of orange blossoms at the back. Miss Gertrude Graham wore her mother's wedding veil and orange blossoms and Miss Margaret Graham wore white kid wedding slippers -- which had been worn by her mother Me and grandmother. Each bride car- -- ried. an arm bouquet of pink sweet -- peas and white gypsophila, tied wit a bow of white tulle ribbon. The -- brides were given in marriage by ef their father, who also assisted dur- ing the ceremony, which was per- formed by Rev. C. B. Freeman of Kingston and Rev. H. A. Graham of Guelph, who is an uncle. Mrs. Paul Nyhus, of Washington, D. C., a sister of the brides, was the only attendant. Robert Graham of Hamil- ton, a brother of the brides, was the best man. At the home of _ the brides' parents a reception followed the ceremony at the church and here huge bouquets of summer flowers intermingled artistically with color- -- ful blue larkspur. Rev. Mr. Graham -- and Mrs. Graham, the latter wear- ing navy flowered georgette and hat of navy bakou, and carrying an old-fashioned nosegay of blue corn flowers, received with the bridal party and Rev. Mr. Freeman and © Mrs. C. B. Freeman, the latter wear- ing a chik black and white ensemble with a white hat, and carrying an old-fashionéd nosegay of blue corn: ce flowers. In the evening the newly- wedded couples left for Montreal, from where they embarked on } ocean trip, and will spend the sum- mer in England. ae s were gown- eases THE BEST IN TALKING PICTURES NOW PLAYING JOAN CRAWFORD in "Laughing Sinners" She Thought She Was Free From Him and His Love! in Mystery--tinged MONDAY -- WARNER OLAND "The Black Camel" TUESDAY WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY WILLIAM FARNUM "Ten Nights ina Bar- | ei 2 eee. oe with Romance To Thrill You Room Crashing _ Melodrama of Mighty, a yee Troth [8