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Local Interest Mrs. C. B. Robson and son Wane of Toledo, Ohio, are visiting the for- | mer's sister, Mrs. W. E. Howes, Huron | street. . . ; Five rinks of lady bowlers attended | the tournament at Preston on Wed- nesday. Second prize was won by the rink skipped by Mrs. C. Farqu- harson, the other members béing Mrs. Barber, Mrs. Rhoddy and Mrs. Neild. Mr. a few days a this old home in AI- monte. "Pat" and "Joe" will never get old. My, how, these two boys are keeping away from any signs of age. Their youthful spirit has undoubtedly much to do with warding off the appearance of old age. These two Kelly boys were always great pals. It does one good to see them around together these days. Joe is here from St. Louis, Mo., where he is one of that city's prominent manufacturers. His many Stratford friends are glad to see him. Here's hoping that P. J. and Joseph F. may long live to radiate their buoyancy and good nature among their lot of friends. BRIDE-ELECT HONORED A pleasant time was spent last Tues- day evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Cox, 247 Railway avenue. The occasion was the presentation of an electric iron to their popular daughter, Mabel, by a few of the em- ployees of the Swift Canadian Co. in honor of her approaching marriage. The address was read by Miss Violet Verner and although taken by sur- prise Miss Cox replied in a suitable manner. The evening was spent in games and dancing after which a dain- ty lunch was served. Miss Cox was also the recipient of a lovely mantel clock. WELL MAYBE IT DOESN'T RAIN ON THE JUST A very heavy downpour of rain W. M. Rosamond is spending Pattersons Bookstore Sporting Goods ' Baseball Gloves Catcher's Mitts Hard Rails Soft Balls Bats, l5c up. Tennis Rackets, $1.00 and up. Tennis Balls, 35c and 66c. Rubber Balls Jacks and Marbles. J. H. MOORE'S The Home of Good Stationery THE SMILE Nothing on earth can smile but} man. Gems may flash reflected light, | but what is a diamond flash compared | to an eye flash and a mirth flash. ; Flowers cannot smile; this is a charm that even they cannot claim. It is the prerogative of man; it is the color which love wears, and cheerfulness and joy--these three. It is a light in the windows of the ewels== For years the unvarying perfection of Gillies & Emm Jewels have created an enviable reputation. Expert appraisal of each jewel before it is admitted to our stock ensures the best value obtainable. You are iuvited to call and see the many new novelties recently placed in stock. GILLIES & EMivi DIAMOND HALL ver ---- ---- on the stalk. Laughter is day, and sobriety is night, and a smile is the twilight that hovers gently between both--more bewitching than either. face by which the heart signifies it is at home and waiting. A face that cannot smile is like a bud that cannot blossom and dries up drenched those coming home from work in the east end of the city the! other day while the west end of the | city was perfectly dry. The shower didn't last for more than five min- utes, but it was so heavy that some | motorists parked their cars until the! rain ceased. 1h nha ey tt a en BIGGEST CHICKEN CROP HE HAS EVER HAD. A reliable citizen told us the other | day of a farmer who every now and| then has missed some of his finest} chickens. He informed this gentle-| man that he has just bought a double | barrel shot gun from James Myers| and if he catches him in the coop) one can imagine how quick the mis- | creant will drop dem chcickens. FINE BAND COCERT The Perth Regiment band under the | leadership of D. Withrow rendered some fine music at Lakeside Park) Wednesday evening. A large crowd) was present, and expressed their plea- sure at the evening's entertainment. New In Cool « CANADIAN DEPARTMENT STORES unerso Bathing Suits Time For a Week-End Swim! Everyone looks forward these warm days to a week end outing, or the annual holidays--and above all to the enjoyment of a dip into cool, refreshing waters! Add to its pleasure by being properly equipped with a suit that looks well on you and affords the great- est ease in swimming. Our selection offers a suit. able range of designs to please everyone. Smart Suits for Women 30 Jantzen Bathing Suits--These r sf bathing suits are guaranteed to fit perfectly -- colors orange, Jantzen blue, red, gree and black. Sizes 36 to 44. Solid colors or with con- trasting colored stripes. Manly Suits of Popular Design Perfect fitting all wool suits ir navy blue trimmed with red. Sizes 34 to 44--one piece style 1 69 with skirt. Saturday, per suit e -- Main Floor, Erie Street ---- Practical Suits for Zestful Boys There's genuine comfort in a suit like this--soft all wool--strongly made--colors grey with blue stripe and navy with red stripe. Sizes 22 to 32. 1 A9 ~ SatuPdyyy POO SURG as csecceassdocsssiepiessbscsecssresdensins ---- Main Floor, Erie Street $ CANADIAN DEPARTMENT STORES :nom +