P it you have any Fae tote itee Soteotlec: ‘tion, you are invited to utilize this” ae See oun promaal’ ABUAE Ditty x0 “collection service. We will be glad to ~ |steins were consigned. Much atten- -attend to details of collection for you when eon Bg ise gy etic rah riggs SA oi they fall.due, and vg a money to exhibit at the Canadian Nati yee credit. hibition and ag er at it had to do with bringing to the T. M. Moore, at Springteid, io the auctioneer; M. Arb Se- bringyille, _— managers 30 Pen bag Carlingfor resident; - LISTOWEL yEL. BRANCH, mC. Park, Listow8t, Secretary. The _M. RHAY, Manager. cranes for males was $105, for mat- ure cows $123.50 and for young cat- sees tie $75.50. The top female price was PePbbprrrrprrrrerrrrrrrrrs | $190, two animals bringing that. The ~ | total ge of the sale amounted The qittatesl Banner + Church- erg may be tito $5659 +, habit, but it is a good habit, + keg sales ‘recorded for this district ” and people are better and a *%/ we ‘+ community is the better for Hoxasden Ina Echo, owned by W. The Aiton Bee * {ts recognition of God and “|S. Shearer, Listowel, to W. A. Pring- % worship. We need revealed to /le, St. Marys, $145. (Amalgamated Oct., Ist., 1923.) | us,the deep things of the +) Rosarden June Echo, owned by A. Do ich are so generally +) C. Park, rere Png John Finne- E. 8S. HUBSON. ® soul when : % revealed by the church. Oth- %|gan, Stratford, $57 Editor and Proprietor. + er things an _ — ~~ “ * — Seges Fatort, or by E.! * found to fail, When the hu- + chweitzer, Stratfor to Amos’ Published Thursday of each week.|-+ man heart yearns for a deeper + a — erton. Fight to sixteen pages, seven col-| “life, for faith, for-satisfac- + en Dokie Keyes, owned sey umns to the page. All home-print/+ tion in prayer, forgiveness, ‘| A. Cc. park, Listowel, to E. H. Red-| Can use mats. “ for moral power, for some ‘| man, Concord, $135. t Subscription rate $2.00 a year, ’ true grasp of God and hope + Duchland Pontiac King, owned by, strictly in advance: otherwise $2.60.}++ in death, it is the message ‘| Arbogast vir to Hugh Richmond,, To subscribers in the United States; of Christ and eross | Atwood, $14 { re additional for postage. “* through the ministry of the + Belle ereatien Ina, owned by.D.| he Banner and Bee has the cir-|< church that leads the way to + Mihellon, Atwood, to Bell Bros.,; ier gavarat hundreds more|* the ‘“‘peace that passeth un- *% Serer, | than its competitor —aAd excels as/<- derstanding.’ Lay aside your + Cu Rose Veoman, owned by J.! { an advertising mediu prejudices and go to church. % Archibald, o H. Richmond, $87.50.' e do job printing of all Kinds. > + Billie oo, Mechthilde, owa-) Decision Respecting News pa Any person who takes a paper reg- ularly from the post office, whether dressed in his name or is responsible for paymen nt. If a person orders his paper discon- tinned he must pay all arrears, or the publisher may continue to send it un- til payment is mde, and then collect © the scx — whether the paper is taken The ay have decided that re- f fusing to take newspapers or period- “feals from the post office, or ee 8 prima facie evidence of tnbention of fraud. ing and leavin them unpaid. Thursday, Dee. 11th.. 1924 mel Effitorial Sr-eyersth. ye the unity in community. = The high level of municipal gov- ernment depends upon the interest ehown by the citizens of the munici- interest shown by the voters, the higher the pality—the greater the Jevel and more efficient the govern- ment. take a deep interest an indica of lax citizenship. - In the long winter evenings ahead of us, more time will be spent in the home, and more reading will be done by .a great many of our citizens. The most of us do far 2 pier hould be cultivated more. The Lie- on Public Library can furnish an an should avail “themselves of the advantages offer- reading room of the local Nbrary will prove a variety of reading, many more citizens n hour spent in the of pleasure and tnstruction it © fords. . urgings to do our Christmas shop- * ping early. Clerks in the stores are . glad to see buying being done now, as it means lesa of a rush at the last. ; e same suggestion applies to ‘your mailing of parcels also. Post ’ office employees ara human beings the same as the rest of us. This is their busy season, and they would be glad to see all Old Country mail sent before the home rush begins. 4 Of course it is nice to have gitte delivered on Christmas. morning, it is impossible for the post officas to deliver all the mail that morning. be good to the postal employees} and give them a chance to clear the decks be- throughout the country fore the bfg near-Christmas rush. = In September last the City Coun- ell of Owen Sound appointed a cen- sor and any one desiring to peddle from door to door had not only to secure a license, but had to submit himself to this censor who investi- had There not soldiers, and this nuisance. Many se feevfor these traders. The merch~- subjected to unfair: competition: an and should be*givenm- the preference over fellows who dio not contribute in any wavy to the town’s prospe December 7th., 1924, to'Mr. and! ported prt Elmira, What, the rest Of | bembiteebetetiet ae merchants of Listowel have|, Mrs. Andrew Querin he country is. ting to think { ‘48-—For built up the business community, for OSWALD—In Kitehener, ba Tues- Rowenta ‘making in the} «and Wilts, lot .9, a2 Wallace ki vent POI. 2 Binet sions ab day, Dec. 2nd.. . too Mr. and; geo _arow there. s ‘ 12 p rebred and. 10 ae. Hol- ry, at your 1} Mrs. Harold Oswald, a so0n, Mr Ft hl gt state ‘cows and heifers. pnt sgealt Hoe, ik at satiated ith “Oswald was formerly Miss Kate| ~ Salt wifl keep je” from smok-| ' ith swede), beth tre of Mr. aid Mrs, ing. It needs somet ing else to pre- ‘ a ped. Wm. Gabel, List owe. vent the small boy. so ss tia ‘ ta inday,, Des, 10 “ee ‘to oo . Pept to ¥e : 2a, Bay pe hegre mts gene ou. {He m RRS oe > ®}. On Saturday. 1 Sita R.| a“ wees md s ¢ a ; ae * t ¥ an OCR ” iy ctaner, Ms gx SMITH. eins bio ; : “Thstend_of receipts by |. ; ~ Boch Nae to, Mr. a : whieh in case. requires “ean aan ee ere e es * “wabscrip ie <5 aM ‘ iar sy Sara a4 a, se ee ee 2s or eae Bese Bae aes j ; another's or whether he has “gabscriped or not, It behooves every citizen to in these mat- afficioncy and honesty % mmunicipa 1 governrent is as much the ‘business of onp man as another and failure-to ta an interest in this is too little ng df a serious nature and this . On all sides these days one ae but, wad taken in the hope of stopping’ this}. , placés have raised the licen- feteteeted ‘ " * oe Poatecter torte stee®, ete " , * Sorlonfeafootectocfeofoofee! ot 3 Withibe Churches Galvary Evangelical Rev. M. L. Wing, Pastor Sunday, December 14 10 a.m.—Public worship. The pastor. 11 a.m.—Sunday Schoo 7_p.m.—Evening Worship. The Pas- tor. Wednesday 8 p.m.—Prayer meeting. Baptist Rev. Harry W. Jackson, Pastor Sunday, December 14 10 w.m.—Sunday school, 11 a.m,—-The pastor. 7 p.m.—The pastor. Friday, Dee. 19th.—Christmas Tree and Entertainment. Methodist Rev: Capt. E. W. Edwards, Pastor Sunday, December 14 a.m.—"‘A Bird's Eye View of Mis- sions 2.45 p. m. —- school. 7 p.m.—"The Missionary Quest.”’ the J. M. Nicol Stratford Presbytery in that city on Tuesday Rey. attended s a Rey. M. L. Wing was in Port El- gin to-day, cond ng quarterly con- ference in the Evangelical church. es . s Rey. and Mrs. T. B. Howard left Wednesday morning for London, wheres the former will attend an ex- ecutive of the Dioces s : e The annual election of officers of the Evangelical Sunday School was held Sunday morning, following ths service. The officers were all re-e!- ected by ballot, which ‘resulted follows: ne M. F. Zur- brigg: superintendent. | Louis Pfeffer: secretary, Harold Kar- ges; treasurer, 8. Good. The ex- ecutive will meet later and eppoint the different committees. . e ° s Miss Helen Bender was in the chair at the League meeting in the lr church, Monday evening. e’ scripture Was’read by Mis Effie ——. em a very interesting topic n “What Jesus Said About Forgive- ames” Was given by Miss P. Vines. Theré will. be no meeting of the eazue for two weeks on account of the Christmas practising. p carly and aiieg in Listowel. Pin the advts. in this pa papers EEEEETAEE ETE REELED TEEPE ET ‘ 3 + r- * BORN + + 4 Le ie Se a a a ehebeeeee geht fete QUERIN—Near Dorking, on Sunday, ed by C. Baird, Marys, Shearer, Listowel, ‘$85. Cedar Grove Valedessa, J. C. arkess, Listowel, Thistle, ‘Stratford, 00. —s Grove Perfection, age by C. Park, Ty? to A . Ful- ler, hore $77.5 to owned by! to Gordon Buffalo News Comments on Death of Listowel Boy issue of the Buf- falo Evening News appeared the fol- lowing article regarding the late George R. Rodgers. whose death was reported in The Banner last week. “George R. Rodgers’ untimely death removes from Buffalo one of its most broad-visioned and progres- sive financial leaders. More’ than this, it takes from the city one of the most efficient workers for its de- velopment. as well as eno of its best known aa best liked me | Althou not a aaiive of Buffalo, | or even of the United States, Mr.} Rodgers had an exceptiona: interest! in this city and was one of its most effective citizens in working for its industrial and commercial growth. “ew, if any individuals in the mun- icipality has done as much to bring new industries to the city as did George Rodgers. Unlike too many men in high fin- ancial circles, Mr. Rodgers was not inclined to look askance at a new business proposition which might mean an addition to the city’s activ- ities, even though it might mean more competition for industries al- ready here. He was always ready to go into the merits o In the Dec. ath. Friday sad Satrday | Alice Calhoun . in “SS “The Code of the Wilderness” Hugh McGillivray Office McDonald Block. Phone 283 Agent for: The Dominion Securities Cor- poration, Ltd., Toronto. Govt. and Municipal Bonds. L. Hudson & Co., Bank- ers sand Brokers Stocks, Bonds, Grain, Cotton and Provisions. The, Great West Life Assur- ance @o. $325,817,156 imsur- ance in force in 1923. The Agricultural Development Boa The Province is prepared te loan you, money on Farm mortgages at 6%. Why pay more Call or write for full in- formation. TO INVESTORS I can agsist you in the in- vestment of your funds to yield the highest returns with due regard to the safety of your Principal. No investment will be recom- mended which will’ jeopardize your future fmcome or tmperil your savings. Your Patronage Solicited y proposal, if in his estimation it of- fered promise of success and of growth for Buffalo. This open-mindedness led to many constructive results and the sum to- tal of his initiative has meant much to the city he had so whole-heartedly adopted for his home reover he was a man of an un- usually engagi and lovable _ per- sonality and his friends were almost as wide as his acquaintances. loss is one which all who knew him feel deeply and his, death is a mat- ter of real regret to the city at large. Se ae ae Se DS DO as se Se ae ee + + +> WALLACE + + + bby | Mrs. Wm. Willis and Master Carl of Gowanstown, have returned home efter spending a few days at — Pg! her parents, Mr. and Eckmier, aleo:attending = ooancad of Mrs. Willis’ aunt, Mrs Eckmier, who died in Stratford .S pital, following a serious a r. Russel Yoo and Mr, Mac Har- _Men’s Shoe Store (West side Wallace street) Besides my large stock Men’s and Boys’ Leather and Rubber Footwear, I have many useful and appropriate articles suitable for Christmas presenta, such as Fur Coats, Sheep Lined ping Bags, Ladies’ Hand Bags, Schoo! Bags, Bedroom: Slippers. in leather and felt, Men’s and Boys’ Moccasins. Special Men’s 12 Inch Leath- er Top hata with Grey Rub- ber Bottoms, special price $4.- 00 aie they last, C. PREUTER The Plaee That; Saves You Money, . = your Christmas Gifts this year be GIFTS that Last. wo? on This beautiful Selid Gold Ring is exquisitely pierced with the latest style of 18 Kt. white gold, Nexagon top. hand carved an¢ white absolutely lancy. We have others from $25. Guaranteed the mer finest As illustrated, The Gift. That Appeals Te All! . JEWELRY Our store is‘filled with Attractive Jewelry Suggestions at Remarkably Low Prices You Might Choose For . we Christmas ‘His’. Christmas A A Fine Blue-White BUXTON KEYTAINER ABSOLUTELY these are very meat and PERFECT Tan color Teather. trom BOs t0 $1.00 Diamond Ring Some Other Suggestions Solid Ebony Military Brashes $4.00 to $6.00 Solid Leather cased Travelling Set, $4 to $10. The fine blue- te a Leather arm chair Ash Tray ..65c to $1.00 og is of rare bril New Patent Coat Hanger and Brush at $2.00 si Silver and Ivory Shaving Set,-in case $4 to $6 00 to $150.00. Cigarette Cases, silver plated ...... Waterman, Parker and ‘ener Pens $2 to $7. Waterman, Parker and Wah! Pencils $1 to $5. Deltah Pearls Gold and Filled Jewelry Pearl Necklace 10 kt. Gold Signet Rings ....$3.00 to $8.06 sold. Each string has kt. solid white gold 10 Kt. Goid Tie Pins ...... safety clasp and is beaatifully boxed in deep red 10 kt. Gold Cuff Linke ...... on bey velvet case, The prices range at $6.00, $7.50, Gold Filled Knives ........ 1.75 to $4.00 Gold Filled Wateh Chains $1.50 to $6.50 $9.00, $12.50 up to $25. ‘‘Father’’ Cut Glass for the Home $8.00 to $i7. 6 Sherbert Glasses $3.00 to $6.00. For Water Set 8 in. Berry Bow] $4 to $8 Cream = } Baeae to $7.54 A visit to our store will prove very profitable to you. complete in every department with suitable and lasting Christmas Gifts. For-‘‘Mother”’ Cut Glass for the Home* Salt and Pepper, pr. $1. te $2.00. 3 in. Vase .. $2.00 to $6 Marmalade Jar $1.25 to $3.00 $2.50. 6 Water Gladses $5 to $s Our stock is now most If its in the Jew- elry line we have it—Give GIFTS THAT LAST W. A. JOHNSTONE TIN SRRMEIRT ] =| | | 4 a A man in Dundas was given the rank of ful! colonel. But what’s the usé of haying;the oot when it isn’t possible under the LOS A revolt ‘in qrarapall was quickly frustrated.”The insurgénts bad 1 Greece gpats groceed< off them. Am Man is changing his name to mt a» SOrtupe: Many 2 woman e the eae; thing.” ‘ ; 2 . —_—— . f By Bs many odd things kes, spent Tuesday with trienée a 4 Stratford. neem Mr. Fred, E: Chalmers and daugh- 2 i Bra Ruth deg con oe spent ursday and Friday in oronto, the SPEER E Et latter remaining In the Sick Child- M ik bal ren’s Hospital, far treatment. Mr. Chalmers returned home Friday ev- 2 VANDRICK REGIS- : ening . + ‘ e . s eo e s J s s s se : ’ on + * «|.Wednesday, Dec. 17——For "ares Mo- a NGLES * Cracken, at lot 46, con. 1, ° = ° lace, 4 miles west of Listowel, on e@ e-8s © © © @ @ © @ & the Molesworth road, 2 horses, a- bout 20 head of cattle, pigs, bey, grain, wood etc; o’- clock and without Sour A choice lot .of stock. See bills for partion. Cc. RICK F. Vv. Auctioneer. Office at Grand Central Furniture Store. as itenor sont sneeeteteire atts + nh DOWI'S SALE LIST Setictediteetec detect * For Mother or Sister Patent. Pumps Satin Evening Pumps ,Oxfords for street wear. W hat can be more Popular than Footwear For Gifts? HERE'S A LIST OF SUGGESTIONS: For Dad or Brother Shoes or Oxfords Patent Oxfords, for danelng or strevt wear. Dress s Overshoes Goloshes ‘ Felt House Slippers House Slippers » Boudoir Slippers . Spats See a Christmas Display. e = KOCH SHOE CO. _ fat, One One Price 10 All Special Prices on Club ee tea AY