THE STRATFORD MIRROR -- Hydro Lamps 25 - 40 and 60 aa Inside frosted l 5c Each Hydro Shop Phone 460 Don't Suffer! Hundreds of Patients Are Getting Relief Through PSYCHIC TREATMENTS A few of the ailments success- fully treated:--Pains, Aches and Soreness, Heart and Lung Con- ditions, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Poor Circulation, stiff Joints, Sprains, Lumbago, Paralyzed Limbs, Sinus, Astlima, Sore Throat, Goiter and other Growths, Head Noises, Deafness, Running Ears, Mental Condi- tions, Dizziness, Blindness, Twitching Nerves, Inactive Nerves, Stomach Ulcers, Blad- der and Kidneys, High and Low Blood Pressure, Inflammation, Colds, Congested Fluid and swelling Gall Bladder, Appen- dicitis, Weakness of all kinds, ~aag Rash, Epileptic Fits, Htc..,. c Consult the Gifted Healer in the Office of The Maitland Photo Studio, 31 Waterloo St., Stratford. Phone 374-M. noonday meal. There is growing interest in rural communities in the problem of school lunches. and school authorities are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits to the children of a good FOR BETTER LUNCHES -- EVERYBODY HELPS Parents, teachers In many schools the plan of serving one hot dish, prepared at school, to supplement the lunches carried by the children has been adopted. The children, under the rate Rare of the Sine ar pe Pe 2 eae Norges ae share in its preparation ... boys as well as girls. eals capably wi aked potatoes which taste pretty good on a zero day. The preparati soup, a favorite with the children, calls for help from teacher. 4 cighite aa eae Billy, on the right, The stars come nightly to the sky, The tidal wave comes to the sea, Nor time, nor space, nor deep, nor high, Can keep my own away from me. Those Old Shoes May last a long time after we have repaired them. We repair Rubbers and put on good Rubber Heels. GEO. WELCH SHOE REPAIR 146 St. Patrick Tel. 1998w ee 123 Ontario St. JOR... Rubber Stamp Automatic Daters Ink and Ink Pads PLACE YOUR ORDERS WITH The Fletcher Johnston Press Phone 115 Service Stencils Stratford, Ont. Pioneer Dies At 95 Avonbank's oldest citizen, Alexander Hotson, died on the 11th inst., at the home of his son, Nicol Hotson. He was born on June 18, 1849, at Barras- crofts, Canobie Lee, Dumfriesshire, Scotland, a son of John Hotson and Janet Little Hotson. With his parents and family he came at the age of four years to Canada. They settled at lot 19, concession 9, Downie township. With the exception of ten years, be- tween 1927 and 1937, when he resided at 178 John st. north, Stratford, he had lived in Downie ever since. A man of great vigor, Mr. Hotson was a prosperous farmer, and his love for the land was proverbial. His keen mind was interested in the welfare of the township which was his home, and his farm at Avonbank was considered one of the best in the township. He was the last surviving member of the first board of directors of the Avon- bank Cheese and Butter Co., which came into existence about 65 years ago. A devoted member of Avonbank- Motherwell Presbyterian church, he was actively associated with its organ- izations throughout his lifetime. Mr. Hotson was possessed of a re- markably fine memory. He was able to recall many unusual incidents of pioneer times, and he maintained his interest in world affairs right to the last. Despite the amputation of a leg in 1937, he was in exceptionally robust health for a man of his years. In 1883 he married Janet Murray, Boy, 16, Travels (Continued frem Page 1) will never forget. In England he experienced the ter- rible effects of the German vengeance weapon, the V-2. He was in a theatre about three blocks away from where one hit, and he says the blast is "ter- rific." British and the way they bear up un- der short rations and bombings. He says that in the English Channel all watches are doubled because of the danger from German E-boats. CHILDREN AT WAR Near the town of Boom, in Belgium, the Germans fled across the last bridge still standing over the Rupel River. Rear guards clambered under the bridge, set dynamite charges, began to string a detonating wire to a safe dis- tance, a minute or two away. But they had been seen. A patriot slipped out from his hiding place in the bushes, ducked under the bridge, whittled at the wire with his pocket knife, severed it, scurried away. Moments later Bri- tish patrols crossed the bridge, heard from Boom's Maquis the story of their hero. He was eleven years old. |Avonton, who died in 1934. His only ibrother, John L. MHotson, died six iweeks ago. and one daughter, Nicol and Walter |Hotson, and (Bessie) Mrs. William 'Williamson, all, of Avonbank. There 'are ten grandchildren, Large Used Table For Sale Heavy design with six legs, 102 inches by 42 inches --needs refinishing but otherwise in good condition. Apply Mirror Office He is full of admiration for the ~~ Surviving are two sons~ THE STRATFORD MIRROR JUST AMONG OURSELVES A Regular Department Conducted for Mirror Readers by Ina St. John. i A CUP THAT CHEERS Dear Miss St. John: These cold days I like to serve a cup of coffee when friends call. We do not stand on ceremony. All the same a bride likes to do_ things properly. If I just serve a cup of cof- fee and a plate of cookies, what about the coffee spoon? MARY. Answer: Place the coffee spoon in the saucer with the handle in line with the cup handle, Mary. INA ST. JOHN. A NARROW ESCAPE? Dear Miss St. John: My girl friend was engaged to a serviceman stationéd a long distance from here. They arranged for her to go there and be married quietly. He did not know the exact date she was coming. He did not expect her for another week. Well, when she got there he said he intended to write her that very day to tell her he did not want her to come. He had met a WREN and he decided she was the only girl for him. My friend is heart- broken. Her folks did not want her to go down there to be married. Her parents told her she need not come yack. When she told him that he said he would marry her but he would always love the other girl. She is boarding there for a couple of weeks to think things over. What do you think she should do? PUZZLED READER. Answer: Well, Reader, if your friend marries the serviceman when he loves another girl she is bound to have an unhappy life. If she could go to some new surroundings and find suitable work, it would be the best solution. In time she will realize the man was not worth any regrets, and we hope she will meet a better one. INA ST. JOHN. SAFETY IN NUMBERS! Dear Miss St. John: When I got a Christmas present from a boy overseas I was. thrilled. Then I heard two other girls in town got the same kind of presents from him. We all sent boxes to him. Don't you think he must be a queer chap? I love his letters. I did not go with him long before he went away. DAISY. Answer: It seems to me that the young man is making an_ effort to show his appreciation for the boxes and letters each girl has sent. That is commendable. If you want this serviceman for a special friend just continue to write to him and send boxes. Perhaps it is you who really interests him. INA ST. JOHN. LOVES THEM ALL Dear Miss St. John: The boy I go with is awfully fond of other girls. I mean he likes to dance and skate with all the girls he knows. He always puts me first, though. Do you think he loves me? JEALOUS. Answer: Time will tell, Jealous! I believe you are quite young. Why not be satisfied to be the favorite girl friend? INA ST. JOHN. The National Council of Negro Women has named Mrs. Franklin Roosevelt as the Woman of the Year. Canada's Nutrition Program Sponsors Say-- oughly enjoy. Phone 2578 "EAT RIGHT - FEEL RIGHT" The Diana Meals provide the proper nourishment. Not only that but our meals you will thor- When You Eat Uptown Eat at the Diana Restaurant DIANA RESTAURANT John Tatulis, Prop. 95 Ontario St. Qa = CHEER UP, SPRING COMING EARLY! An early spring is in the offing, ac- cording to A. J. (Jim) Cundick, for- mer alderman and now a member of the Public Utilities Commission at Kitchener. Known as a weather prophet, Mr. Cundick relies on the "Walpole Indian method" to reach his deductions. He would not say, when interviewed re- cently, when the present storms would cease, but did say that milder weather, making its appearance in February, would herald an early spring. What does it profit a man to gain the whole world only to die and leave a rich widow? Scott, Crane COMPANY INSURANCE - REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS Phones--633 and 2413J 110 ONTARIO STREET China Hall Wonder White Rock Cement for mending cut glass, china, furniture, etc. In handy tubes-- 25c J.L. Bradshaw Phone 179 84 Ontario St. F z eas ER CLEARANCE SALES 0 Wacne WEEDS Tweeds are still the No. 1 buy for long service and outstanding dependability. These are cleverly styled and beautifully from attractively pattern- ed imported and domestic If you insist on long wear, want style and real warmth then by all means choose a_ tweed. Range of sizes. CHOICE QUALITY WINTER COATS Fur Trim Half Price Other Reduced Coatings. 16.95 « Sale Prices Fur on a coat adds rich- ness and supplies extra warmth. This grouping features coats with fash- ionably styled collars of squirrel, Persian lamb and silver fox. Tailored from all wool coatings, and fin- ished with extra warm interlinings. Shades of black, green or beige. In 14,16 and 17 sizes. See this grouping for extra value. 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